Travelling from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Oakland is two hours behind Chicago and observes the UTC-7 timezone.
Take your pick of nine weekly Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flights. The 05:35 departure with Southwest Airlines is the earliest flight you can take. Southwest Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 22:40.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your MDW to OAK flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.
Southwest Airlines has direct flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to check out the sights in Oakland — and maybe even more of United States if you have time.
The airline most travellers fly with on this route is Southwest Airlines.
Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MDW to OAK flights, with 65.67% of its services landing on time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or even explore someplace new along the way. Here are some options between MDW and OAK:
Denver International Airport
Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight is 86 €. A round-trip fare right now is 215 €. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Book six months before flying. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from MDW to OAK.
Schedule your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
MDW's address is 5700 South Cicero.
Of all flights departing from Chicago Midway International Airport, 77.88% land on schedule at their destination.
Central Chicago to Chicago Midway International Airport is around 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
Expect a journey time of roughly 45 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near MDW? If you've booked an early flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
If you have a late Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near OAK:
Pick up a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport rental car and discover Oakland and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Fox - Rent A Car and Dollar are top providers you can book with here.
Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport around one week ahead of your trip.
Getting from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to central Oakland
OAK is located at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to the centre of Oakland has a drive time of around 15 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 40 minutes.
When to fly to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport. July is the busiest month to head to Oakland. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in May.
Book your flight from Chicago Midway International Airport to Metropolitan Oakland International Airport for September if you'd like to explore Oakland during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 12ºC (54ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF).
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from MDW to OAK in January. Temperatures average between 4ºC (39ºF) and 17ºC (63ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
San Jose is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be explored after you've seen Oakland. Around 64 kilometres away to the south-east, check out popular attractions including Winchester Mystery House, Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art.
Around 13 kilometres west of Oakland, San Francisco is another favourite stop in United States. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Golden Gate Bridge, Alcatraz Island and Lombard Street.