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$921+ Cheap flights to Oakland, California

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
12 Sep — 19 Sep1
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 13 August 2026.

Thu 20/820:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Wed 26/808:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/8$1,447
Tue 25/820:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Wed 2/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/8$1,475
Thu 10/920:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Mon 14/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 10/8$1,529
Sun 23/820:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Mon 31/808:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/8$1,536
Thu 22/1020:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Tue 1/1208:25 -
1 stop40h 20m
Deal found 8/8$1,558
Sun 23/820:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Fri 4/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 11/8$1,595
Thu 10/920:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Thu 17/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 9/8$1,597
Fri 4/920:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Mon 14/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 8/8$1,601
Tue 27/1021:40 -
1 stop16h 44m
Sun 8/1108:10 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 10/8$1,616
Thu 22/1020:45 -
1 stop17h 50m
Thu 12/1108:10 -
1 stop40h 35m
Deal found 9/8$1,619
Fri 11/920:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Mon 14/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 10/8$1,646
Sun 13/920:45 -
1 stop16h 45m
Thu 17/908:30 -
1 stop17h 20m
Deal found 9/8$1,663

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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 13 August 2026.

Return from

$1,042

One-way from

$921

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$1,275
9/9-16/9
  • 9/9-16/9
  • 5 total stops
  • 80h 24m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 55m total
  • Sydney to Oakland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($97 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average return price).
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SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

20:45-11:06

2 stops31h 21m

Oakland

Fri 4/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,764

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 10/9

20:45-21:51

2 stops42h 06m

Oakland

Mon 14/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,783

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 29/8

20:45-11:06

2 stops31h 21m

Oakland

Wed 2/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,802

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

20:45-11:06

2 stops31h 21m

Oakland

Mon 14/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,840

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 27/8

20:45-11:06

2 stops31h 21m

Oakland

Tue 1/9

19:51-18:50

2 stops29h 59m

$1,908
Fastest return journey

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 23/8

20:45-20:30

1 stop16h 45m

Oakland

Thu 3/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,919

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 11/9

20:45-16:30

2 stops36h 45m

Oakland

Fri 25/9

08:30-18:50

1 stop17h 20m

$1,970

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 27/9

09:20-23:10

2 stops30h 50m

Oakland

Sun 4/10

08:10-08:20

2 stops30h 10m

$2,379

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 5/2

22:10-22:10

2 stops43h 00m

Oakland

Mon 8/2

17:00-18:20

2 stops54h 20m

$2,398
Cheapest one-way

SydneyOakland

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - OAK Oakland

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 15/11

21:40-20:09

1 stop17h 29m

$1,005

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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 45 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 $564, while return flights cost around $383.

  • 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 45 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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