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R14 800+ 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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
Apr 9 — Apr 161
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 10 March 2026.

Wed 13/521:15
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops35h 44m
British Airways
Sun 17/57:00
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops39h 00m
British Airways
Deal found 6/3R21 626
Thu 30/420:40
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops34h 52m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/56:20
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops41h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R23 690
Sun 12/420:55
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops35h 48m
Qatar Airways
Tue 21/47:00
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops40h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/3R26 937
Mon 7/1213:45
JNB
-
OAK
2 stops42h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/17:00
OAK
-
JNB
2 stops34h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R128 457

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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 10 March 2026.

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R14 950

One-way from

R14 800

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Average price

R16 632
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 27/4-11/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 62h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Air France
  • Air France
  • 15/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 31h 31m total
  • Johannesburg to Oakland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R1 267 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R415 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

21:15-23:59

2 stops35h 44m

Oakland

Sun 17/5

7:00-7:00

2 stops39h 00m

R21 626

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/4

20:40-22:32

2 stops34h 52m

Oakland

Mon 4/5

6:20-8:50

2 stops41h 30m

R23 690

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

20:55-23:43

2 stops35h 48m

Oakland

Tue 21/4

7:00-8:50

2 stops40h 50m

R26 937
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/6

23:15-23:49

2 stops33h 34m

R14 817

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

12:45-22:49

2 stops43h 04m

R16 715

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/3

20:30-22:49

2 stops35h 19m

R16 815

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 31/7

21:15-22:59

2 stops34h 44m

R16 831

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 18/6

19:25-21:41

2 stops35h 16m

R16 915

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 14/6

21:15-19:36

2 stops31h 21m

R16 915
Fastest single journey

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 18/5

20:40-18:49

2 stops31h 09m

R17 114

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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 34 hours 52 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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