Oakland Park travel guide

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You're Going to Love Oakland Park

With a population of 41,363, Oakland Park is a must-see destination in Florida, United States.

Where to Eat in Oakland Park

If you’re looking for affordable options, The Foundry (2781 E Atl Blvd) and Bahama Breeze - Oakland Park (3339 North Federal Highway) are great picks.

When to visit Oakland Park

Oakland Park in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 109
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oakland Park in September
Estimated hotel price
S$ 109
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Oakland Park

Plane

When flying to Oakland Park, you’ll arrive at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport (FLL), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Oakland Park from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 33h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Oakland Park, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Oakland Park to Orlando takes 3h 30m and costs around S$ 42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about S$ 62 for a 5h 03m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oakland Park is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 180 miles from Oakland Park. You’ll find branches of OtoQ Car Rental and Avis, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oakland Park, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Oakland Park takes 30 miles and will cost you around S$ 58. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about S$ 64 for a journey of 165 miles.

Plane

When flying to Oakland Park, you’ll arrive at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Airport (FLL), which is located 7 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Oakland Park from Singapore departs from Singapore and takes around 33h 40m.

Train

Amtrak is the most popular train carrier serving Oakland Park, followed by AccesRail. The train journey from Oakland Park to Orlando takes 3h 30m and costs around S$ 42 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Tampa, expect to pay about S$ 62 for a 5h 03m trip.

Car

Another option to get to Oakland Park is to pick up a car hire from Orlando, which is about 180 miles from Oakland Park. You’ll find branches of OtoQ Car Rental and Avis, among others, in Orlando.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oakland Park, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and FlixBus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Oakland Park takes 30 miles and will cost you around S$ 58. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about S$ 64 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Oakland Park

Airlines serving Oakland Park

Lufthansa
Good (7,167 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,350 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,840 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,646 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (8,826 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,876 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,541 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,671 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,531 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (825 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,894 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,237 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (8,106 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,318 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (382 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,425 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,337 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,238 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,197 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,303 reviews)
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Where to stay in Oakland Park

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Extended Stay America Suites - Fort Lauderdale - Cypress Creek - Andrews Ave and Hampton Inn Ft. Lauderdale-Cypress Creek.

Where to stay in popular areas of Oakland Park

Most booked hotels in Oakland Park

Margaritaville Hollywood Beach Resort
4 stars
Excellent (8.9, Excellent reviews)
S$ 507+
The Westin Fort Lauderdale
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 191+
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
S$ 460+
B Ocean Resort Fort Lauderdale Beach
4 stars
Good (7, Good reviews)
S$ 207+
Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale
2 stars
Okay (4.1, Okay reviews)
S$ 82+
Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel
3 stars
Okay (4, Okay reviews)
S$ 93+

Hiring a car in Oakland Park

Expect to pay S$ 1.30 per litre in Oakland Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 15.57 and S$ 20.76. The most frequently booked car type in Oakland Park is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay S$ 1.30 per litre in Oakland Park (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between S$ 15.57 and S$ 20.76. The most frequently booked car type in Oakland Park is Economy (Nissan Versa or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Hyundai Accent or similar) is, on average, 73% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.