Plane tickets from Albuquerque to Berkeley

Welcome to Berkeley, California! Berkeley is a city full of history, culture, and diverse people. As the birthplace of the Free Speech Movement, Berkeley has been a leader in social and political movements throughout the 20th century. From a vibrant food and music scene, to being home to one of the finest universities in the world, Berkeley is a place with much to explore. In this text, you will learn more about the many attractions, events and activities that make Berkeley so special.

Getting to Know Berkeley

Berkeley, California, located in the San Francisco Bay Area, is home to an estimated population of about 118,808 people as of 2020. The city spans 8.5 square miles and is part of the Pacific Time Zone. English is the primary language of the city, but residents speak many other languages commonly spoken in the Bay Area, including Spanish, Chinese (Mandarin and Cantonese), Tagalog, Vietnamese, and Korean. The United States Dollar (USD) is the official currency of Berkeley. It is the most widely accepted currency, though other forms of payment are also available. Major credit and debit cards are widely accepted in the city as well.

Climate and Weather

Berkeley is home to a warm-summer Mediterranean climate. The climate is characterized by cool, wet winters and dry summers with moderate temperatures. January is usually the coldest month with an average low temperature of 43°F (6°C) and an average high temperature of 57°F (14°C). July is the hottest month with an average low temperature of 51°F (11°C) and an average high of 72°F (22°C). Precipitation is fairly evenly distributed throughout the year, with an average of 24” (61 cm) of rain annually. Snowfall is rare, but it does occur occasionally in the higher elevations around Berkeley.

Touring Berkeley: Airport and Transportation

According to the FAA, there is only one airport in Berkeley, California, and it is the Berkeley Airport (O53). You can get from the airport to downtown Berkeley via public transportation. You can take an AC Transit bus (lines 800, 851, 852, and 853) or BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) from the Downtown Berkeley stop to the airport. The cost of the bus ride is $2.10 with a Clipper Card. The cost of the BART ride is $9.35 with a Clipper Card. No, you cannot change money at Berkeley Airport.

Exploring the Rich History and Culture of Berkeley

1. Berkeley is home to the historic University of California, Berkeley, which was founded in 1868. Inside the campus lies the iconic Memorial Glade and Sather Tower, and a myriad of parks for locals and tourists to explore
2. The city also holds a strong connection to counter-cultural movements of the 1960s, when the likes of the Free Speech Movement, the Vietnam Anti-War Movement and the Black Panther Party originated here
3. Berkeley is a melting pot of cultures, and the city hosts a variety of cultural events such as the Berkeley World Music and Dance Festival, the Black Repertory Group Theater, and the Berkeley Arts Festival