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$819+ 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 7/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
23 Jul — 30 Jul1
1 adult

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2025

Find the latest flights to Oakland in 2025, 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 18 July 2025.

Return from

$1,226

One-way from

$819

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$1,748
Air Canada
  • Air Canada
  • 5/8-16/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 59h 30m total
  • Sydney to San Francisco
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7/10
  • 7/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 31h 12m total
  • Sydney to Oakland
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($63 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 18 July 2025.

Sun 19/1021:40SYD - OAK
2 stops41h 45mAlaska Airlines
Thu 23/1007:30OAK - SYD
1 stop18h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,546
Sat 30/813:45SYD - OAK
3 stops34h 33mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/908:33OAK - SYD
3 stops34h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/7$1,566
Tue 11/1121:40SYD - OAK
1 stop16h 49mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 20/108:30OAK - SYD
1 stop40h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 18/7$1,908
Mon 28/708:55SYD - OAK
2 stops50h 38mJapan Airlines
Tue 12/809:28OAK - SYD
2 stops27h 52mJapan Airlines
Deal found 17/7$3,057
Sun 19/1021:45SYD - OAK
2 stops44h 18mQatar Airways
Thu 23/1006:40OAK - SYD
2 stops41h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/7$3,161

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Depart

Return

Price

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

21:40-21:25

2 stops41h 45m

Oakland

Thu 23/10

07:30-19:45

1 stop18h 15m

$1,546

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 30/8

13:45-07:18

3 stops34h 33m

Oakland

Sat 6/9

08:33-11:45

3 stops34h 12m

$1,566

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 11/11

21:40-19:29

1 stop16h 49m

Oakland

Tue 20/1

08:30-19:45

1 stop40h 15m

$1,908

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 28/7

08:55-18:33

2 stops50h 38m

Oakland

Tue 12/8

09:28-06:20

2 stops27h 52m

$3,057

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 19/10

21:45-00:03

2 stops44h 18m

Oakland

Thu 23/10

06:40-18:10

2 stops41h 30m

$3,161

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 7/10

10:20-23:32

3 stops31h 12m

$819

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 12/10

21:40-20:54

2 stops41h 14m

$1,203

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/9

09:25-16:24

2 stops23h 59m

$1,331

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 22/7

21:40-19:20

1 stop38h 40m

$1,421

SydneyOakland

SYD - OAK

SYDOAK

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 10/9

08:55-18:27

2 stops50h 32m

$1,860

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Oakland

How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Oakland takes 16 hours 50 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.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Oakland?

The most popular airline flying from Sydney to Oakland is Hawaiian Airlines.

Hawaiian Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines
From $847

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Oakland?

The cheapest airline flying from Sydney to Oakland is Hawaiian Airlines.

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).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Oakland. Reviews last updated 18 July 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Japan Airlines, Alaska Airlines, andDelta to the United States to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
10,000 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
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Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
7,958 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,583 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,604 reviews
Japan Airlines
8.3
Very Good
1,515 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.7

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

8.2

Overall

8.3

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Roger,June 2025

ORD - PIT

My bag was at O’Hare airport for five hours waiting on my next flight because it was delayed for 2 1/2 hours and they couldn’t put it on the right goddamn airplane. I am home in Pennsylvania without my bag and all my stuff.

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 best airline to fly to Oakland?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Hawaiian Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Oakland.

  • 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 $153, while return flights cost around $69.

  • 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 50 minutes).

  • Which airport is closest to Jack London Square?

    f being close to Jack London Square is important to you, you’ll want to land at San Francisco Airport.

  • 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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