8. Oakland International Airport (OAK)
Location: Oakland, Calif.
Average domestic fare: $303
Nearly 11 million passengers each year pass through Oakland International Airport, the fourth-largest airport in the state, en route to 55 domestic and international destinations.
Multiple transportation options make travel between the San Francisco Bay area and the airport easy. BART departs near the baggage claim area in Terminal 1, and ride-share companies such as Uber, Lyft and Wingz all have airport access.
If you want to feel like a VIP when you travel, head to the Escape Lounge at OAK to enter a more tranquil environment where you can relax, charge your electronics or nosh on light fare. You don’t need to be a member — just book your spot online or pay at the door.