Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Union City travel guide

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You're Going to Love Union City

With a population of 69,516, Union City is a must-see destination in California, United States. We recommend you stay at least 5 days in order to fully appreciate everything Union City has to offer.

Where to Eat in Union City

If you’re looking for affordable options, Tomatina - Union City (32155 Union Landing Blvd) and Chevys Fresh Mex - Union City (31100 Courthouse Dr) are great picks.

When to visit Union City

Union City in June
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel
Union City in June
Estimated hotel price
$94
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Union City

Plane

When flying to Union City, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Union City include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Union City departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Union City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 25 miles from Union City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Plane

When flying to Union City, you’ll arrive at Oakland Airport (OAK), which is located 14 miles from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Union City include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and British Airways. The shortest domestic flight to Union City departs from Phoenix and takes around 1h 55m.

Car

Another option to get to Union City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 25 miles from Union City. You’ll find branches of Turo and Movly, among others, in San Francisco.

Airports near Union City

OAKOakland
SFOSan Francisco
SJCSan Jose

Airlines serving Union City

Lufthansa
Good (7,409 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,386 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,367 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,961 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,737 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,966 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,925 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,925 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,468 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,339 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,622 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (850 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,156 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,486 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,117 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,251 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,896 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,324 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (998 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (359 reviews)
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Where to stay in Union City

If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Hampton Inn Union City and Holiday Inn Express Union City (San Jose) By IHG.

Where to stay in popular areas of Union City

Most booked hotels in Union City

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Hampton Inn Union City
2 stars
Excellent (9, 495 reviews)
$122+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dublin Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, 996 reviews)
$76+
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Aloft Dublin-Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 461 reviews)
$109+
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Hyatt Place Dublin Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, 533 reviews)
$125+
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Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda
2 stars
Excellent (8.2, 484 reviews)
$123+
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The Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay
2 stars
Excellent (8, 1813 reviews)
$98+
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Renting a car in Union City

Renting a car in Union City costs $67 per day, on average, or $335 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Union City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Union City is Full-size (Ford E-Series Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Union City costs $67 per day, on average, or $335 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 8% more expensive than at San Francisco.

Expect to pay $3.56 per gallon in Union City (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $42.70 and $56.93. The most frequently booked car type in Union City is Full-size (Ford E-Series Van or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Supplier choice rental cars (Class Special Car or similar) are, on average, 77% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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