Mary & Rhys
Mary & Rhys
Travel
Airports
The Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the closest major airport to Alameda, California, offering a wide range of domestic and international flights. It’s known for its ease of navigation and convenient location.
Distance / Time: Approximately 13 miles (or about 20 minutes) from Alameda
Address: 1 Airport Dr, Oakland, CA 94621
Pros: Close proximity to Alameda, generally less congested than SFO, ample parking, efficient security.
Cons: Fewer international flight options compared to SFO, can experience fog delays.
Airlines: Southwest, Alaska, Delta, JetBlue, Spirit, Hawaiian, Allegiant.
Car Rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty.
Official Website: https://www.oaklandairport.com/
Phone: (510) 563-3300
Rating: Generally rated 3.5 to 4 stars.
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The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major international hub and offers a vast array of flight options, including numerous international destinations. Though further than OAK, it’s still a convenient option.
Distance / Time: Approximately 25 miles (or about 45 minutes) from Alameda
Address: San Francisco, CA 94128
Pros: Extensive international flight options, numerous domestic flights, excellent amenities, good public transportation connections.
Cons: More prone to delays, often congested, higher parking fees.
Airlines: United, Delta, American, Alaska, JetBlue, and many international carriers.
Car Rental: Alamo, Avis, Budget, Enterprise, Hertz, National, Thrifty.
Official Website: https://www.flysfo.com/
Phone: (650) 821-8211
Rating: Generally rated 3.5 to 4 stars.
Lodging
Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
We have a block of 10 rooms available; 6 King rooms and 4 double Queen rooms. When booking within the block, a parking fee of $10/day will be waived. Click the linked text to reserve your room online, or call at their number and give them the block code.
They will accept reservations in the room block until May 14, 2026; please reserve your space before that date if needed!
Other notes: The hotel offers round trip shuttle service to and from the Oakland airport for $10 per room. Cots / rollaway beds can be rented for $10/day.
Rooms feature refrigerators and microwaves, and bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. They also have a hot tub and a 24-hour fitness center. A complimentary continental breakfast is served on weekdays from 6:30 AM to 9:30 AM and on weekends from 7:00 AM to 10:00 AM.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Oakland/Alameda
We have a block of 15 rooms available; 8 King rooms and 7 Queen rooms.
They will accept reservations in the room block until June 4, 2026; please reserve your space before that date if needed!
Hawthorn Suites By Wyndham-Oakland/Alameda is the East Bay’s newest all–suite hotel offering elegant accommodations in a warm, inviting atmosphere. A continental breakfast is offered each morning. Each spacious suite offers a separate living area with a sofa from the bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a microwave, and a refrigerator. Each suite includes a private bathroom with complimentary toiletries. Guests can take advantage of the business center, an indoor hot tub, and the fitness center.