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£431+ Cheap flights to Oakland, California

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25 Feb — 4 Mar1
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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 858,174 searches and data was last updated on 20 February 2025.

Return from

£411

One-way from

£468

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

£462
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/3-5/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 66h 51m total
  • London to San Francisco
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30/3
  • 30/3
  • 3 total stops
  • 27h 40m total
  • London to Oakland
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Tue 11/306:20LHR - OAK
2 stops24h 39mVirgin Atlantic
Sat 15/312:55OAK - LHR
2 stops39h 15mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 19/2£431
Fri 28/206:20LHR - OAK
2 stops25h 36mDelta
Tue 11/306:00OAK - LHR
2 stops21h 30mDelta
Deal found 18/2£458
Sat 8/311:40LGW - OAK
2 stops55h 39mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/310:30OAK - LGW
1 stop17h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 18/2£591
Fri 25/409:50LHR - OAK
1 stop21h 54mBritish Airways
Fri 2/516:43OAK - LHR
1 stop30h 12mBritish Airways
Deal found 18/2£610
Fri 21/309:25LHR - OAK
1 stop21h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/306:43OAK - LHR
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£666
Tue 28/1011:55LGW - OAK
2 stops18h 43mIcelandair
Tue 11/1110:10OAK - LGW
2 stops16h 45mIcelandair
Deal found 18/2£685
Wed 15/1013:05LHR - OAK
2 stops18h 33mIcelandair
Sat 25/1010:10OAK - LHR
2 stops17h 45mIcelandair
Deal found 19/2£709
Wed 21/510:20LHR - OAK
2 stops21h 26mFinnair
Mon 26/514:31OAK - LHR
2 stops16h 39mFinnair
Deal found 18/2£768
Fri 21/313:30LCY - OAK
3 stops35h 25mMultiple Airlines
Fri 28/318:55OAK - LCY
3 stops34h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/2£791
Sat 5/410:55LHR - OAK
1 stop13h 34mAir France
Sat 12/406:00OAK - LHR
1 stop19h 50mAir France
Deal found 19/2£915

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London

Route

Depart

Return

Price

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 11/3

06:20-23:59

2 stops24h 39m

Oakland

Sat 15/3

12:55-11:10

2 stops39h 15m

£431

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Sat 1/3

10:45-22:54

1 stop20h 09m

Oakland

Mon 10/3

12:55-10:00

1 stop14h 05m

£460

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Sat 8/3

11:40-11:19

2 stops55h 39m

Oakland

Tue 11/3

10:30-10:35

1 stop17h 05m

£591

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Fri 25/4

09:50-23:44

1 stop21h 54m

Oakland

Fri 2/5

16:43-06:55

1 stop30h 12m

£610

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Fri 21/3

09:25-23:43

1 stop21h 18m

Oakland

Fri 28/3

06:43-07:10

1 stop17h 27m

£666

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 18/3

20:40-23:43

2 stops34h 03m

Oakland

Tue 25/3

09:23-10:50

2 stops18h 27m

£714

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Tue 17/6

13:00-23:38

2 stops18h 38m

Oakland

Wed 2/7

14:35-14:40

2 stops16h 05m

£726

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Wed 21/5

10:20-23:46

2 stops21h 26m

Oakland

Mon 26/5

14:31-15:10

2 stops16h 39m

£768

LondonOakland

LCY - OAK

LCYOAK

London City

Fri 21/3

13:30-17:55

3 stops35h 25m

Oakland

Fri 28/3

18:55-12:45

3 stops34h 50m

£791

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Sat 5/4

10:55-16:29

1 stop13h 34m

Oakland

Sat 12/4

06:00-09:50

1 stop19h 50m

£915

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Travel insights for flights to Oakland

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How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from London to Oakland takes 20 hours 1 minute. Flights to Oakland from other popular cities in United Kingdom 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 airlines flying from London to Oakland are Virgin Atlantic, British Airways and KLM.

Virgin Atlantic

Virgin Atlantic

From £500

British Airways

British Airways

From £598

KLM

KLM

From £509

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Oakland?

The cheapest airlines flying from London to Oakland are Virgin Atlantic, KLM and British Airways.

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 inches 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 20 February 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Oakland, such as Delta, KLM and Finnair. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

KLM
7.8
Good
1,333 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Finnair
7.6
Good
1,274 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Virgin Atlantic
7.5
Good
654 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Air France
7.4
Good
1,451 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,236 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Oakland climate

The Oakland weather is cool to mild throughout the year, with foggy summers and wet winters. Summers in Oakland (between June and September) are cooler than other parts of inland California and winters (December to February) are mild during the day, with temperatures seldom dropping below 10 degrees. 

Getting around Oakland

You can get to and from San Francisco to Oakland on the city’s BART system. It has one of the longest underwater transit tunnels in the world, taking you under the bay to San Francisco city. Fares are reasonable and children at the age of four and under ride for free. The trains run all week long, but times vary on the weekends, so check one of the schedules posted around the city.  

Oakland airport overview

Oakland International Airport is 7.4km (4.6 miles) from the city centre of Oakland, California, and one of three airports serving the San Francisco Bay area.

Although not as popular with tourists as nearby San Francisco or San Juan, oak tree-lined Oakland has an interesting and diverse mix of cultures, with more than 100 languages spoken throughout its suburbs.

Popular with low-cost carriers, the airport saw a boom at the end of the last decade and is currently undergoing a much needed multi-million dollar upgrade to its two terminals. There are flights to Oakland International Airport mainly from destinations across the US. The busiest routes are those to major Californian cities as well as Phoenix, Las Vegas, Seattle, Salt Lake City and Portland. Terminal 2 is used exclusively by Southwest Airlines, with Terminal 1 used by all other carriers.

  • When is the best time to fly to Oakland?

    Peak Season Peak season is normally dictated by school holidays and family travel plans around them. Flights to Oakland are packed in the summer time and most major attractions are full with tourists. Christmas season and the New Year are also peak times to travel to Oakland. Off Season Oakland sees a dip in tourists between September and June when school is in session. However, this is also a good time to book cheap flights to Oakland if you want to avoid crowds.

  • What is good to know if travelling to Oakland?

    If you want tickets to a baseball game, go online and buy your Oakland A’s seats ahead of time. The regular baseball season runs from March to September. Take a trip to the Oakland Museum of California and get a history lesson like you’ve never experienced. Learn about the state and its people, history, culture, geology, art, environment, and ecology. The museum features exhibitions of works by California artists, collections of historic artefacts and historic re-creations of California’s major movements including the 2006 earthquake and a tribute to baseball, which showcases artefacts and photos from America’s favourite pastime.

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

    Booking a flight to Oakland (OAK) is your only option if you intend on flying to Oakland. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Oakland to Oakland’s city center.

  • 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, Virgin Atlantic is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Oakland.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Oakland depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Oakland, London offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 33 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 (1.0 mi away from Oakland).

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