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R18 706+ 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 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
Aug 4 — Aug 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2026

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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 5 July 2026.

Fri 14/814:05
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops38h 41m
Qatar Airways
Fri 21/819:51
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops47h 09m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/6R24 238
Sat 1/810:05
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops42h 28m
Emirates
Thu 31/127:00
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops41h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 30/6R36 925
Tue 4/813:30
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops39h 03m
Emirates
Sun 9/86:22
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops42h 53m
Emirates
Deal found 2/7R37 039
Fri 14/88:05
JNB
-
OAK
3 stops44h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 21/819:51
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops47h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/6R39 115
Wed 9/922:20
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops33h 34m
Emirates
Thu 24/910:11
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops34h 19m
Emirates
Deal found 1/7R144 456

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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 5 July 2026.

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R18 106

One-way from

R18 706

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R19 744
KLM
  • KLM
  • 21/7-4/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 74h 40m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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13/7
  • 13/7
  • 2 total stops
  • 38h 28m total
  • Johannesburg to Oakland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 227 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R363 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/8

10:05-19:33

2 stops42h 28m

Oakland

Thu 31/12

7:00-10:25

2 stops41h 25m

R36 925

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/8

13:30-19:33

2 stops39h 03m

Oakland

Sun 9/8

6:22-10:15

2 stops42h 53m

R37 039

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 14/8

8:05-19:46

3 stops44h 41m

Oakland

Fri 21/8

19:51-4:00

2 stops47h 09m

R39 115

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

13:30-22:54

2 stops42h 24m

Oakland

Thu 24/9

6:01-5:30

2 stops38h 29m

R144 456
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

22:20-22:54

2 stops33h 34m

Oakland

Thu 24/9

10:11-5:30

2 stops34h 19m

R144 456
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/7

8:05-19:33

3 stops44h 28m

R22 210
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

13:45-22:10

2 stops42h 25m

R25 439

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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 39 hours 3 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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