As well as having its own parking lots, Oakland Airport’s surrounding areas are also dotted with parking facilities that offer almost the same levels of convenience but at significantly cheaper rates.
An entrance canopy at Oakland Airport (Photo: Eric Fischer via Flickr / CC BY 2.0)
Located around 10 miles south of Oakland’s downtown district and about 20 miles from San Francisco, Oakland Airport offers flights to cities across the US, Mexico, and the Azores. To park at the airport you’ll need to pay $24 per day, with long term parking priced at $168 per week. Alternatively, parking at an off-airport facility is likely to save you between 40% and 60 on those rates, with shuttle services usually included. Below we’ve selected 3 of the best off-site options for short or long term parking near Oakland Airport. We recommend booking these lots via Parking Access, where you’ll always find the most affordable deals.
Airport Oakland Parking
Situated 1.4 miles from the airport, this facility offers uncovered self-parking at rates of $6.99 per day, making it the cheapest options on our list and our favourite option for parking near Oakland Airport. Online parking purchases include a free shuttle service to and from airport that runs every 10 minutes, all day every day. The gated parking lot has security, 24/7 front desk and wheelchair access. The location also offers Valet Parking at no extra charge if operating at near full capacity. Free refunds are given if you cancel before your check-in time.
Park ‘N Fly
Positioned just over a mile from the airport, VIP Oakland Airport Parking provides uncovered self parking starting at $8.50 per day. To make this journey as convenient as possible, there’s also a free shuttle service to and from the airport that runs every 15 minutes throughout the day. Open 24/7, other on-site amenities include luggage assistance, car washing and camera surveillance. If you cancel the booking before your check-in time you can get all your money back.
VIP Airport Parking
With rates of $9.95 per day for uncovered self parking this gated facility, 1.3 miles from the airport, combines proximity and competitive pricing with some excellent customer feedback. To make the short journey to the airport as convenient as possible, there’s also a free shuttle service that runs on demand. Open 24/7, other on-site amenities include security and all-day front desk staff. Cancellations can be made up to one-minute in advance of your parking slot for a 100% refund.
By Paul Joseph