Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is an international airport in Oakland, California, United States. The airport is located seven miles (11 km) south of downtown Oakland and twelve miles (19 km) east of San Francisco, serving the East Bay of the San Francisco Bay Area. The airport is owned by the Port of Oakland and has domestic passenger flights to cities throughout the United States and international flights to Mexico and El Salvador, in addition to cargo flights to China and Japan. The airport covers 2,600 acres (1,100 ha) of land. The airport is an operating base for Southwest Airlines.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KOAKNOTAMs
KOAKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 10,520 ft / 3,206 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10R / 28L | 6,213 ft / 1,894 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10L / 28R | 5,457 ft / 1,663 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 3,376 ft / 1,029 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (9)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | NORCAL APP | 31.760 MHz |
| APP | NORCAL APP | 125.350 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 133.775 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.100 MHz |
| DEP | NORCAL DEP | 120.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.750 MHz |
| RDO | OAKLAND RDO | 122.000 MHz |
| TWR | OAKLAND TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 16 of 46 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA I | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA G | Class B | Controlled | 3000 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| SAN FRANCISCO CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 2100 ft MSL | 10000 ft MSL |
| METROPOLITAN OAKLAND AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: W (from about 270°), on 26% of observations, averaging 10 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 81% | -689 ft | |
| Feb | 87% | -615 ft | |
| Mar | 85% | -475 ft | |
| Apr | 79% | -327 ft | |
| May | 70% | -171 ft | |
| Jun | 72% | 98 ft | |
| Jul | 61% | 125 ft | |
| Aug | 65% | 267 ft | |
| Sep | 71% | 300 ft | |
| Oct | 82% | 90 ft | |
| Nov | 81% | -393 ft | |
| Dec | 74% | -653 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-689–300 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salesforce Tower | 1,070 ft | 79 ft | — |
| 181 Fremont Tower | 801 ft | 69 ft | — |
| California Center | 696 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Millennium Tower | 646 ft | 49 ft | — |
| One Rincon Hill South Tower | 640 ft | 118 ft | — |
| The Avery | 617 ft | 72 ft | — |
| 50 Fremont Center | 600 ft | 62 ft | — |
| Park Tower at Transbay | 600 ft | 49 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport?
The ICAO code for Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is KOAK, and its IATA code is OAK.
Where is Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport located?
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is large airport located in Oakland, United States, at an elevation of 9 ft (3 m).
How many runways does Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport have?
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 10,520 ft / 3,206 m.
Which airlines fly to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport?
Airlines historically serving Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport include AirTran Airways, Alaska Airlines, Allegiant Air, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Hawaiian Airlines, among 12 carriers (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport?
Historical data lists 34 nonstop destinations from Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport in?
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is approximately 12.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport?
The nearest airport to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport is Hayward Executive Airport (HWD), about 6 nm to the se, followed by San Francisco International Airport and Boneyard Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.