Flying in
Airports near The Independent
The closest airport to The Independent is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 11 miles away in a straight line. SFO (11 mi) and OAK (12 mi) are almost equally close.
Airports compared
Straight-line distance from The Independent. The drive is always longer, and the roads near a venue are busiest at event times.
| Airport | Type | From the venue | Metro search | First airport for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SFO San Francisco International Airport | Large airport | 11 mi (18.2 km) | — | 44 venues we list |
| OAK Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport | Large airport | 12 mi (20.0 km) | — | 68 venues we list |
| SJC Mineta San Jose International Airport | Large airport | 40 mi (64.2 km) | — | 51 venues we list |
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Search flights for (the day before to the day after):
- Sep 25: In Color
- Sep 26: West 22nd - Band
- Sep 27: Hot Chip DJ Set
- Sep 30: Chasing Abbey
- Oct 1: Mari Froes
- Oct 2: Bella Kay
- Oct 3: Roya
- Oct 4: Rusowsky
When events at The Independent happen
- 15 of 84 upcoming events (as of Sep 24, 2026) are on Fridays; 42 fall on a Friday, Saturday or Sunday.
- 84 of 84 with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the closest airport to The Independent?
The closest airport to The Independent is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 11 miles away in a straight line.
Which airport should I fly into for an event at The Independent?
SFO (11 miles) and OAK (12 miles) are almost equally close to The Independent. Fares differ by date, so compare both when you search.
Can I book flights and The Independent tickets together?
No. Event tickets and flights are separate bookings with separate confirmations, so neither changes automatically if the other does.
What time do events at The Independent usually start?
84 of the 84 upcoming events with a set start time begin at 7 pm or later, local time.
How far is OAK from The Independent?
Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport (OAK) is 12 miles (20.0 km) from The Independent in a straight line, against 11 miles for SFO.
