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£301+ Cheap flights to Oakland, CA

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 20/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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20 Nov — 27 Nov1
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LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Wed 4/12

20:25-16:21

2 stops27h 56m

Oakland

Fri 13/12

06:00-10:00

1 stop20h 00m

£468

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

06:20-23:57

2 stops25h 37m

Oakland

Wed 26/2

05:55-16:40

2 stops26h 45m

£477

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Thu 5/12

10:45-23:59

1 stop21h 14m

Oakland

Sat 14/12

06:00-07:05

2 stops17h 05m

£500

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

06:20-14:10

3 stops39h 50m

Oakland

Wed 26/2

05:30-12:50

2 stops23h 20m

£523

LondonOakland

LTN - OAK

LTNOAK

London Luton

Tue 18/2

07:10-14:10

3 stops39h 00m

Oakland

Wed 26/2

05:30-21:40

3 stops32h 10m

£554

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Tue 18/2

08:15-14:10

3 stops37h 55m

Oakland

Wed 26/2

05:30-21:15

3 stops31h 45m

£560

LondonOakland

LCY - OAK

LCYOAK

London City

Tue 18/2

20:05-16:36

2 stops28h 31m

Oakland

Wed 26/2

05:55-16:35

2 stops26h 40m

£689

LondonOakland

LGW - OAK

LGWOAK

London Gatwick

Wed 4/12

11:55-23:51

2 stops19h 56m

Oakland

Wed 11/12

09:50-10:55

2 stops17h 05m

£727

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 8/4

21:25-22:33

2 stops33h 08m

Oakland

Tue 22/4

10:10-20:20

2 stops26h 10m

£740

LondonOakland

LHR - OAK

LHROAK

London Heathrow

Tue 7/1

09:25-19:06

1 stop17h 41m

Oakland

Tue 24/6

14:35-13:00

1 stop14h 25m

£774

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Flights to Oakland, CA in 2024

Find the latest flights to Oakland in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 943,810 searches and data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

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£386

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£301

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£444
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  • 16/1-20/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • London to San Francisco
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  • 20/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 17h 56m total
  • London to Oakland
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to Oakland. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Wed 4/1220:25LHR - OAK
2 stops27h 56mKLM
Fri 13/1206:00OAK - LHR
1 stop20h 00mKLM
Deal found 14/11£468
Wed 4/1213:15LHR - OAK
2 stops18h 44mVirgin Atlantic
Fri 13/1206:00OAK - LHR
1 stop20h 00mVirgin Atlantic
Deal found 14/11£477
Thu 5/1210:45LHR - OAK
1 stop21h 14mDelta
Sat 14/1206:00OAK - LHR
2 stops17h 05mDelta
Deal found 13/11£500
Thu 5/1212:00LGW - OAK
1 stop19h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/1215:00OAK - LGW
1 stop35h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£568
Thu 5/1208:50LHR - OAK
3 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/1215:00OAK - LHR
3 stops34h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/11£667
Wed 4/1211:55LGW - OAK
2 stops19h 56mIcelandair
Wed 11/1209:50OAK - LGW
2 stops17h 05mIcelandair
Deal found 13/11£727
Thu 5/1215:00LHR - OAK
1 stop16h 51mBritish Airways
Sat 14/1206:00OAK - LHR
1 stop22h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 13/11£796
Fri 22/1120:40LHR - OAK
2 stops35h 19mIcelandair
Sat 11/109:29OAK - LHR
2 stops17h 21mIcelandair
Deal found 14/11£876

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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 24 hours 36 minutes. 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 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 15 November 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Oakland, such as KLM, Virgin Atlantic and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.8
Good
1,350 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.6
Good
662 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.3
Good
562 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

6.7
Okay
6,836 reviews
8.0
Very Good
8,786 reviews

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Located only a few miles from the San Francisco border, Oakland is one of the most famous sister-cities in California. However close to San Francisco it may be in miles, Oakland is far from the eccentricity of its neighbouring bay city. Oakland is one of the busiest industrial ports on the West Coast and while its working-class personality remains the heartbeat of the city, “Oak-town” welcomes a slew of visitors every year who enjoy taking part in the simpler Californian lifestyle.

Book flights to Oakland during sports season and catch the MLB’s Oakland Athletics or the NFL’s Oakland Raiders in action at the Oakland Coliseum. Outdoorsy travellers will enjoy a sailboat ride along Lake Merritt or a stroll through one of the many outdoor festivals that Oakland puts on every summer. Don’t dismiss Oakland as second-rate city just because it’s neighbouring San Francisco is a mecca for entertainment – Oakland has some of the best shows, theatre, and museums California has to offer.

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, Glasgow offers the quickest one-way flight (17 hours 18 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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