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Cheapest round-trip
$458
Typical prices: $404-$557
Southwest
Fri 10/19Wed 10/24
ALB - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$187
Typical prices: $245-$389
Delta
Wed 10/3
ALB - OAK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Albany and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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November
Cheapest • 12% price drop
September
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $486 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 8h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Albany to Oakland (ALB-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Albany to Oakland

Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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11:55 pm - 11:15 amOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
8h 20m1 stop Chicago Midway
$458Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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12:50 pm - 10:50 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$458Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Fri, Oct 23
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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11:55 pm - 12:15 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
9h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$463Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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7:20 pm - 8:15 amOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
9h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$463Southwest
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:10 am - 10:05 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
13h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$473Southwest
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 22
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7:15 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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6:55 pm - 8:15 amOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
10h 20m2 stops San Diego Baltimore/Washington
$473Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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2:10 pm - 10:25 pmALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington San Diego
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8:50 am - 9:40 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
9h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$477Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:50 pm - 12:15 amALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:50 am - 9:40 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
9h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$482Southwest
Sat, Dec 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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12:58 pm - 10:09 pmALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
12h 11m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 4:10 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
31h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$620Delta
Sat, Dec 12 - Wed, Jan 13
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12:58 pm - 10:09 pmALB  Albany Intl-OAK Oakland
12h 11m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 11:34 pmOAK  Oakland-ALB Albany Intl
14h 39m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$620Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Albany to Oakland flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Albany to Oakland?

Round-trip flights from Albany to Oakland start at $458. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $404 to $557. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $458 on Southwest.

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Key details for Albany to Oakland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$187
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
Flight from Albany to Oakland

When to book flights from Albany to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Albany to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Albany to Oakland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Albany to Oakland?

    Flights from Albany to Oakland usually depart from Albany Intl (ALB) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Albany to Oakland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Albany to Oakland.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Albany to Oakland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Albany to Oakland most commonly connect through:

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 19% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 6% of one-stop connections

    Chicago Midway (MDW) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Albany to Oakland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 70% on the Albany to Oakland route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $406 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $1,325, a difference of $919. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • What popular places can I visit in Oakland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Oakland are Oakland Arena, Fox Theater and Jack London Square. These are among the most viewed places in Oakland on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Albany to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Albany to Oakland takes 0h 00m, covering 2,540 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Albany to Oakland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Albany to Oakland changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $458 to $2,663. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Albany to Oakland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Albany to Oakland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $540, which is 64% above the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Albany to Oakland?

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 52m, compared with 8h 18m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 8h 27m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Albany and Oakland?

    Oakland is 3 hours behind Albany (Pacific Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Oakland Airport (OAK)?

    Oakland Airport (OAK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Albany to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Albany to Oakland range from $404 to $557, with an average of $457 over the past 12 months. Anything below $404 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Albany to Oakland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $406 - about $919 less than Wednesday (69% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Albany to Oakland trip for November. Fares historically average $400 round-trip in that month - typically $925 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Oakland Airport.
    - Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakland-Airport By IHG
    - SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

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