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 November
Estimated hotel price
$99
1 night at 3-star hotel
Union City in November
Estimated hotel price
$99
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 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Union City include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Union City departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Union City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 39 km 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 22 km from the city center. Airlines that fly from the United States to Union City include Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. The shortest domestic flight to Union City departs from San Diego and takes around 1h 35m.

Car

Another option to get to Union City is to pick up a car rental from San Francisco, which is about 39 km 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 (8,084 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,530 reviews)
British Airways
Good (8,056 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,421 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,408 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,972 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,238 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,610 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,865 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (937 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,727 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,591 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,841 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (11,227 reviews)
LOT
Good (1,202 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,413 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,454 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (412 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,385 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (2,286 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, 514 reviews)
$118+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Dublin Pleasanton
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 1072 reviews)
$99+
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Courtyard by Marriott Newark Silicon Valley
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 657 reviews)
$122+
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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Oakland - Hayward
3 stars
Good (7.9, 1916 reviews)
$89+
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Crowne Plaza Silicon Valley N - Union City By IHG
3 stars
Good (7.7, 579 reviews)
$110+
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Holiday Inn Express Union City (San Jose) By IHG
2 stars
Good (7.7, 422 reviews)
$114+
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Renting a car in Union City

Renting a car in Union City costs $52 per day, on average, or $258 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Union City.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Union City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Union City costs $52 per day, on average, or $258 if you want to rent if for 5 days.

It’s generally cheaper to rent your vehicle outside the airport: locations in the city are around 42% cheaper than airport locations in Union City.

Expect to pay $4.47 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 $53.60 and $71.47. The most frequently booked car type in Union City is Mini (Chrysler Pacifica or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Nissan Versa or similar) are, on average, 61% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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