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R17 494+ 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 19/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
Jul 28 — Aug 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2026

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One-way flights to Oakland
Search for one-way flight options to Oakland. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 June 2026.

Thu 19/1120:20
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops35h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R17 494
Sat 29/820:55
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops31h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/6R19 334
Wed 12/822:20
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops30h 13m
Emirates
Deal found 24/6R19 909
Wed 2/919:10
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops36h 44m
Emirates
Deal found 26/6R20 254
Thu 30/710:05
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops42h 28m
Emirates
Deal found 28/6R97 393

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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 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 28 June 2026.

Return from

R18 414

One-way from

R17 494

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R21 585
Air France
  • Air France
  • 21/7-4/8
  • 3 total stops
  • 59h 04m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 19/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Oakland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 317 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R380 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

20:20-22:10

2 stops35h 50m

R17 494

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/8

20:55-18:55

2 stops31h 00m

R19 334
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/8

22:20-19:33

2 stops30h 13m

R19 909

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 2/9

19:10-22:54

2 stops36h 44m

R20 254

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Deals found on 27/6

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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 Johannesburg to Oakland takes 33 hours 34 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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