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$1,213+ Cheap flights to Oakland, California

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 20/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Oakland. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 23 March 2026.

Wed 19/809:15
SYD
-
OAK
2 stops24h 16m
Delta
Mon 31/813:15
OAK
-
SYD
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
Deal found 21/3$1,213
Sun 3/520:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 29/507:00
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop18h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,246
Sun 13/920:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 17/908:15
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop17h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 17/3$1,270
Fri 21/809:15
SYD
-
OAK
2 stops31h 34m
Delta
Tue 1/913:15
OAK
-
SYD
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
Deal found 21/3$1,287
Sat 22/820:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 29/808:15
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop17h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 19/3$1,293
Fri 14/820:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 29/808:15
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop17h 35m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 21/3$1,317
Sun 3/520:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 15/507:00
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop18h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,343
Fri 14/809:15
SYD
-
OAK
2 stops31h 34m
Delta
Fri 28/813:15
OAK
-
SYD
2 stops24h 35m
Delta
Deal found 21/3$1,363
Sun 3/520:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/510:10
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop39h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,364
Thu 23/420:45
SYD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 46m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/510:10
OAK
-
SYD
1 stop39h 40m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 18/3$1,394

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Find the latest flights to Oakland in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 647,157 searches and data was last updated on 23 March 2026.

Return from

$1,079

One-way from

$1,219

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Average price

$1,390
Fiji Airways
  • Fiji Airways
  • 17/4-3/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 55m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 19/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 50m total
  • Sydney to Oakland
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Cheapest return flight

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 20/8

09:15-23:49

2 stops31h 34m

Oakland

Tue 1/9

13:15-06:50

2 stops24h 35m

$1,213

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 13/8

09:15-23:49

2 stops31h 34m

Oakland

Sat 29/8

17:05-06:50

2 stops44h 45m

$1,213
Fastest return journey

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 13/9

20:45-20:15

1 stop16h 30m

Oakland

Thu 17/9

08:15-18:50

1 stop17h 35m

$1,270

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:15-23:49

2 stops31h 34m

Oakland

Sun 30/8

13:15-06:50

2 stops24h 35m

$1,287

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

09:15-16:31

2 stops24h 16m

Oakland

Sun 30/8

17:05-06:50

2 stops20h 45m

$1,287

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:15-23:49

2 stops31h 34m

Oakland

Tue 1/9

13:15-06:50

2 stops24h 35m

$1,287

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 21/8

09:15-16:31

2 stops24h 16m

Oakland

Mon 31/8

17:05-06:50

2 stops20h 45m

$1,287

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

20:45-20:31

1 stop16h 46m

Oakland

Fri 15/5

07:00-18:50

1 stop18h 50m

$1,343

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 3/5

20:45-20:31

1 stop16h 46m

Oakland

Sun 10/5

10:10-18:50

1 stop39h 40m

$1,364

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 23/4

20:45-20:31

1 stop16h 46m

Oakland

Wed 6/5

10:10-18:50

1 stop39h 40m

$1,394

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Oakland

Rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland ranges from 0.0 - 122.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 122.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 19.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Oakland takes 16 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Oakland from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

FAQs about flying to Oakland

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland?

    Most people fly into Oakland (OAK) if they book a flight to Oakland. Oakland is conveniently located just 11.3 km from Oakland’s city centre.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Oakland if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Oakland on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Oakland?

    Oakland is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Oakland. One-way flights to Oakland typically cost $567, while return flights cost around $290.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Oakland depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Oakland, Sydney Kingsford Smith offers the quickest one-way flight (16 hours 30 minutes).

  • Does Oakland have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Oakland can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Oakland?

    Yes. Oakland has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Extended Stay America Suites - Oakland - Alameda Airport is the closest property to Oakland (1.6 km away from Oakland).

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