Travelling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Istanbul: what you need to know
The timezone in Istanbul is UTC+3. The city is ten hours ahead of Oakland, where Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is located.
For a relaxed start to your OAK to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
If you're heading away during a bank holiday or another peak period, allow for even more time. A good general rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at check-in and security will be longer.
We make it easy to book plane tickets from OAK to Istanbul with a stopover. To see all your options, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Well-traveled stopover hubs include:
Denver International Airport (DEN)
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
OAK is around 11 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 40 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul? Avoid rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays close to OAK:
83.61% of flights departing from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport land at their destination according to schedule. With its solid on-time performance, disruptions are unlikely when setting off from OAK.
OAK's address is 1 Airport Drive.
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Istanbul
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul flight is 342 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 809 €. Bear in mind fares may change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to securing a cheap flight from OAK to Istanbul. Fares tend to rise as seats fill up, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.
Finding cheap tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul is easier if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to access the lowest prices across each month and pick up an awesome deal.
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Airports in Istanbul
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)
Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) is around 48 kilometres from central Istanbul. If you're grabbing a cab or a ride-share, the drive takes roughly 50 minutes.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 45 minutes.
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul. Reserve one of these accommodation options near IST instead:
Go wherever you want, whenever you want with an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and discover more of Istanbul and beyond.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks before your flight from OAK to Istanbul.
Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW)
Once your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul has hit the tarmac, you can reach the city centre in about 55 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 48 kilometres from Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
Travelling by public transport will take about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Place the 'Do not disturb' sign on your door and relax at a hotel near SAW. Here are a few options where you can put your feet up after your OAK to Istanbul flight:
No time to waste? The fastest way to get to where you're going is with a Sabiha Gokcen International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Essence, Eren Rent a Car or 724 Rent and make a speedy getaway.
Score the best price by booking your ride from SAW four weeks in advance. You can also expect to have a greater range of vehicles.
Best time to go to Istanbul
Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul. The city buzzes in peak season, but hotel rates are generally higher and attractions can get busy. Visit Istanbul in low season for a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Istanbul is August, with temperatures ranging between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has average temperatures of between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from OAK to Istanbul around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Istanbul
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Istanbul right here. Explore these hotels after you've booked your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Istanbul:
There are so many things to discover in this city it can be difficult to know where to start. The Basilica Cistern, Topkapi Palace and Galata Tower are top attractions which should feature on any well-planned Istanbul itinerary.
Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)
Istanbul is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be explored. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a trip to Ankara will keep you on the move. Start with attractions like Museum of Anatolian Civilizations, Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park.
If you're interested in discovering another major destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul. Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Alsancak are highlights.
