Oakland’s airport can keep its new name as part of a settlement agreement announced Tuesday between the city of San Francisco and the Port of Oakland.
In 2024, the Port of Oakland, which oversees the airport, changed the name to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport. That prompted a lawsuit by San Francisco that argued the new name infringed on the trademark for San Francisco International Airport and would confuse travelers.
In July 2025, the port changed the name to Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport, and the agreement announced Tuesday allows that name to remain while dismissing the lawsuit. The agreement also includes restrictions on the use of San Francisco more prominently than Oakland in displays or marketing materials.
“We are pleased that we could come to a mutual resolution that accomplishes Oakland’s goals while still protecting the San Francisco International Airport trademark,” San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu said in a statement.
SFO Airport Director Mike Nakornkhet said, “This agreement provides clarity for travelers to make informed decisions about travel through our respective airports. SFO will continue delivering an exceptional travel experience for San Franciscans and visitors alike, and we look forward to welcoming travelers to San Francisco.”
Along with keeping the new name, Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport will retain its current International Air Transport Association code OAK.
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