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Cheapest round-trip
$365
Typical prices: $399-$694
Southwest
Sat 11/10Tue 11/13
CHS - OAK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$183
Typical prices: $244-$443
Multiple Airlines
Sat 10/6
CHS - OAK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Charleston and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
August
Cheapest • 5% price drop
August
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $351 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 56m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Charleston to Oakland (CHS-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Charleston to Oakland

Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:35 am - 2:00 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl San Diego
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5:35 am - 3:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$365Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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6:35 am - 2:00 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl San Diego
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10:45 am - 12:35 amOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
10h 50m2 stops Ontario Houston Hobby
$366Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Fri, Nov 13
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4:11 pm - 11:55 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:00 pm - 9:35 amOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
13h 35m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$379Delta
Tue, Nov 10 - Fri, Nov 13
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8:00 am - 12:45 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
7h 45m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:35 am - 3:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$401Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:20 pm - 9:25 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field Los Angeles
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5:30 am - 5:55 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
9h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$404Southwest
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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2:20 pm - 9:25 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 05m2 stops Dallas Love Field Los Angeles
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5:15 am - 5:55 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
9h 40m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas Love Field
$409Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:11 pm - 11:55 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
15h 04m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$447Delta
Wed, Oct 21 - Sat, Oct 24
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7:15 am - 12:40 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
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5:30 am - 5:55 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
9h 25m1 stop Dallas Love Field
$487Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:11 pm - 11:55 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
10h 44m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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12:41 pm - 10:13 amOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
18h 32m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$513Delta
Mon, Nov 9 - Sat, Nov 14
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5:58 pm - 12:01 pmCHS  Charleston-OAK Oakland
21h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:52 pm - 4:55 pmOAK  Oakland-CHS Charleston
18h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$563Alaska Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Charleston to Oakland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Charleston to Oakland start at $365. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $399 to $694. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $365 on Southwest.

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Key details for Charleston to Oakland flights

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

$183
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 15% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Charleston to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Charleston 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 Charleston 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 Charleston to Oakland?

    Flights from Charleston to Oakland usually depart from Charleston (CHS) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

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

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

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

    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 33% of one-stop connections

    Austin Bergstrom (AUS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 41% on the Charleston to Oakland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $416 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $696, a difference of $280. 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 Charleston to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Charleston to Oakland takes 0h 00m, covering 2,380 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Charleston 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 Charleston 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 $365 to $2,157. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Charleston to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $209, which is 38% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 56m, compared with 8h 49m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS) and 21h 47m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Charleston and Oakland?

    Oakland is 3 hours behind Charleston (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 Charleston to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Charleston to Oakland range from $399 to $694, with an average of $447 over the past 12 months. Anything below $399 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Charleston 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 Wednesday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $416 - about $280 less than Monday (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Charleston to Oakland trip for August. Fares historically average $427 round-trip in that month - typically $457 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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