The name gameIn May, California’s “Metropolitan Oakland International” changed its name to “San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport” – despite the fact that San Francisco International Airport is just 30 miles (48 kilometers) away.
Some travelers have shown up at the wrong airport, according to San Francisco City Attorney David Chiu.
Maureen O'Hare/CNNMixing up similar-sounding airport names is just one of the things that can go wrong for travelers.
Meanwhile, belonging to a frequent flyer program can give you access to airport lounges or help you score an upgrade.
Patricia Mahan and Dan Matarazzo left Arizona for Mexico in 2006.
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