Flying from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know
Vancouver's timezone is UTC-7, which is the same as Oakland.
Your OAK to YVR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
You can expect longer lines in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Some great stopovers between OAK and YVR include:
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
Portland International Airport
Los Angeles International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight is ₹ 11,592. A return plane ticket is currently ₹ 24,276. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
It's often best to book early if you're looking for cheap tickets from OAK to YVR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the date of departure.
Getting cheap flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares across the month and snap up a great deal.
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Discover the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)
You'll find OAK at 1 Airport Drive.
Metropolitan Oakland International Airport earns top marks for on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that depart OAK arrive at their destination on time.
To reach Metropolitan Oakland International Airport from central Oakland, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip on public transport will take about 40 minutes.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near OAK. Whether you're taking an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near YVR instead:
Grab a Vancouver International Airport rental car and discover Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are top outlets you can book with here.
Reserving your vehicle from Vancouver International Airport about one week in advance gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport to the centre of Vancouver has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport is May, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Vancouver based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
The warmest month in Vancouver is August, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 24ºC. Book your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to Vancouver International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
December has average temperatures of between -1ºC and 7ºC. Search for cheap tickets from OAK to YVR sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Canada
Surrey is just one of the many places in Canada waiting to be explored after you've experienced Vancouver. Around 32 kilometres away to the south-east, well-known attractions include Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.
If there's time to check out another well-known destination in Canada, consider Victoria, about 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour are the start of reasons to visit.