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R18 808+ 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 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
Jan 3 — Jan 101
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2025

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Discover carefully curated flight deals to Oakland that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 4 December 2025.

Fri 23/119:35JNB - OAK
2 stops30h 53mBritish Airways
Tue 27/18:10OAK - JNB
2 stops37h 25mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/12R18 808
Fri 20/213:45JNB - OAK
2 stops43h 04mQatar Airways
Sat 28/210:43OAK - JNB
2 stops35h 57mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/12R28 724

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R18 569
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 17/1-24/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 61h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 23/1

19:35-16:28

2 stops30h 53m

Oakland

Tue 27/1

8:10-7:35

2 stops37h 25m

R18 808

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

13:45-22:49

2 stops43h 04m

Oakland

Sat 28/2

10:43-8:40

2 stops35h 57m

R28 724

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/12

20:20-23:59

2 stops37h 39m

R22 682

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How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Oakland takes 28 hours 28 minutes. Flights to Oakland from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

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).

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.

  • 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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