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R15 118+ 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 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— OAK
Jan 9 — Jan 161
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Oakland, CA in 2025

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Best flights to Oakland
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 10 December 2025.

Thu 12/220:30JNB - OAK
2 stops36h 19mQatar Airways
Mon 16/26:15OAK - JNB
2 stops40h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 9/12R30 457
Sat 10/113:45JNB - OAK
2 stops36h 38mQatar Airways
Sun 18/18:10OAK - JNB
2 stops33h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/12R146 846
Sat 10/113:45JNB - OAK
2 stops36h 38mQatar Airways
Sat 17/18:10OAK - JNB
2 stops45h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/12R154 141

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Find the latest flights to Oakland in 2025, 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 December 2025.

Return from

R16 873

One-way from

R15 118

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R18 271
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 22/1-29/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 48h 55m total
  • Johannesburg to San Francisco
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Air France
  • Air France
  • 15/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 50m total
  • Johannesburg to Oakland
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R1 031 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 0% potential price decrease (R174 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:30-22:49

2 stops36h 19m

Oakland

Mon 16/2

6:15-8:40

2 stops40h 25m

R30 457

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

13:45-16:23

2 stops36h 38m

Oakland

Sun 18/1

8:10-3:55

2 stops33h 45m

R146 846

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/1

13:45-16:23

2 stops36h 38m

Oakland

Sat 17/1

8:10-15:35

2 stops45h 25m

R154 141

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

19:35-22:49

2 stops36h 14m

R15 663

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 5/6

20:40-22:11

2 stops34h 31m

R19 276

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/3

15:05-22:49

3 stops40h 44m

R20 060

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 12/1

20:30-16:23

2 stops29h 53m

R24 526

JohannesburgOakland

JNB - OAK

JNBOAK

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

20:20-23:59

2 stops37h 39m

R105 669

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How long is the flight to Oakland?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Oakland takes 36 hours 19 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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