Press Releases

Air Cargo Fact Sheet

Members of our community have requested that the Port ban shipment of specific cargo through the Oakland San Francisco Bay...

SFO and OAK Resolve Trademark Lawsuit Over Airport Name

Oakland, Calif. – April 28, 2026: The City and County of San Francisco and the Port of Oakland have agreed to...

OAK’s Restroom Renovation Program wins Airport Business News’ 2026 Project of the Year

Award recognizes innovative redesign of one of the airport’s most-used amenities Oakland, Calif. – April 27, 2026: Oakland San Francisco Bay...

Alaska Airlines Strengthens California Connectivity with Inaugural Oakland–San Diego Flights  

The airport and airline celebrated the new flight with Oakland Mayor Barbara Lee  Oakland, Calif. – April 23, 2026: Alaska...

OAK celebrates Valentine’s Day with free love letters and festive decor  

Love letter drop boxes are available to travelers at select gates Oakland, Calif. – February 9, 2026: Love is in...

Port of Oakland Appoints Justin Berton as Director of Communications 

Oakland, Calif. – Jan. 28, 2026: The Port of Oakland announced the appointment of Justin Berton to serve as its...

CLEAR launches biometric “eGates” and TSA PreCheck® enrollment at OAK 

New services introduced just in time for major sporting events in the Bay Area  Oakland, Calif. – January 13, 2026: CLEAR...

OAK is turning up the fun for busy December holidays 

The airport is spreading cheer during the December holidays with festive terminal décor and its third annual gift-wrapping event  Oakland,...

District® brings Bay Area flavor to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport

Beloved local restaurant debuts at OAK with shareable plates, comfort-driven handhelds, fresh salads, and an extensive beverage program Oakland, Calif....

OAK Allows Public to Visit Airport Terminals Beyond Security

New ‘OAK Guest Pass’ Program Allows Non-Passengers to Pass Security to Meet Family, Loved Ones at the Gates and Shop...

Oakland Public Library partners with Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport to launch free digital reading campaign for travelers

Content is complimentary for all travelers – no library card required Oakland, Calif. – November 21, 2025: Just in time...

Board of Port Commissioners’ Statement Regarding Air Cargo Activities at OAK

As Port Board members appointed to lead a local government agency, we are also Oakland residents, parents, siblings, and members...