Flights from Oakland to Baltimore (OAK to BWI)

Baltimore is the largest city in the state of Maryland and the second-largest seaport in the Mid-Atlantic in the US. Its port (called the Inner Harbor) was once the second most popular Port of Entry for immigrants into the country over last few centuries. Founded in 1729, this coastal city was the site of a crucial battle called the Battle of Baltimore in 1814 against the Colonial British Forces. A heavily outnumbered American force was tasked to contain over 24 hours of relentless bombing on a fort by the adversaries, and this impossible task was valiantly done. This martial victory is a crucial moment in the formation of the US as a country and had inspired Francis Scott Key to compose his ‘The Star-Spangled Banner‘ poem that later became a part of the US national anthem.

Things to do in Baltimore

Fort McHenry

All mentions of Baltimore begin with the battle of Baltimore in 1814 wherein American defenders had been resilient to draw tables upon an all-out assault by that time’s superpower- the British Navy. The site of this battle was Fort McHenry, a late-18^th century coastal bastion fort. The most iconic moment of this battle was that a US flag flew through 25 hours of relentless bombing, thus proving US victory.

Walters Art Museum

For those interested in admiring some of the world’s best artworks collected from all parts of the world, the Walters Art Museum is an obvious choice. It features a top-of-the-line collection of artworks, the oldest of them is about 5000 years old. The Walters Art Museum was founded in 1934 and features Ancient Egyptian artworks, Greek sculptures, and illuminated manuscripts besides many Greek, Roman and Byzantine Medieval artworks.

Maryland Zoo

Opened in the last quarter of 19^th century, the Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is one of the best and one of the three oldest zoological parks in the US. It features over 2000 animals that live in different exhibits that closely mimic their respective natural habitats.

Best Time to Visit Baltimore

Summer season, the months from June to August are the best to book your flights from Oakland to Baltimore. Book your flights from OAK to BWI during summers to enjoy famous cultural events like Artscape (in July) and the Maryland State Fair (in August or September). It is advised to book Baltimore flights in advance to avoid paying more during peak season.