Oakland Park travel guide

Oakland Park Tourism | Oakland Park Guide

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 August
Estimated hotel price
RM 357
1 night at 3-star hotel
Oakland Park in August
Estimated hotel price
RM 357
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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 44h 05m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Oakland Park, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Oakland Park to Fort Lauderdale takes 0h 36m and costs around RM 115 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about RM 186 for a 3h 30m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oakland Park, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and Megabus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Oakland Park takes 30 miles and will cost you around RM 201. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about RM 201 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 Malaysia departs from Kuala Lumpur and takes around 44h 05m.

Train

Brightline is the most popular train carrier serving Oakland Park, followed by Amtrak. The train journey from Oakland Park to Fort Lauderdale takes 0h 36m and costs around RM 115 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Orlando, expect to pay about RM 186 for a 3h 30m trip.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Oakland Park, including Jet Set Express, RedCoach and Megabus. From Fort Lauderdale, the bus ride to Oakland Park takes 30 miles and will cost you around RM 201. From Fort Myers, the ticket costs about RM 201 for a journey of 165 miles.

Airports near Oakland Park

Airlines serving Oakland Park

Lufthansa
Good (4,597 reviews)
KLM
Good (849 reviews)
SWISS
Good (923 reviews)
British Airways
Good (4,436 reviews)
Delta
Good (4,596 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (2,275 reviews)
Air France
Good (969 reviews)
Iberia
Good (1,551 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (478 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (4,922 reviews)
Emirates
Good (2,125 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (2,482 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (5,700 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (226 reviews)
Finnair
Good (876 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (834 reviews)
LOT
Good (680 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,163 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (909 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (832 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 (8.8, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,785+
The Westin Fort Lauderdale
4 stars
Excellent (8.1, Excellent reviews)
RM 640+
Seminole Hard Rock Hotel and Casino
4 stars
Excellent (8, Excellent reviews)
RM 1,597+
B Ocean Resort
4 stars
Good (7.1, Good reviews)
RM 727+
Fort Lauderdale Grand Hotel
3 stars
Okay (4.2, Okay reviews)
RM 369+
Plaza Hotel Fort Lauderdale
2 stars
Okay (4, Okay reviews)
RM 350+

Hiring a car in Oakland Park

Expect to pay RM 4.92 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 RM 59.02 and RM 78.69. 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, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay RM 4.92 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 RM 59.02 and RM 78.69. 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, 86% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.