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Cheapest round-trip
$207
Typical prices: $323-$518
Frontier
Sun 12/2Sun 12/16
ORD - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$100
Typical prices: $214-$355
Frontier
Mon 12/3
ORD - OAK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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August
Cheapest • 28% price drop
April
Most popular
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $352 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 31m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from O'Hare Intl to Oakland (ORD-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from O'Hare Intl to Oakland

Wed, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 16
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6:21 am - 11:33 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:28 pm - 5:01 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$207Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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6:21 am - 11:33 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:28 pm - 5:01 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$214Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Thu, Dec 10
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6:21 am - 11:33 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:28 pm - 5:01 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$215Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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6:21 am - 11:33 amORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 12m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:28 pm - 5:01 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
14h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$216Frontier
Thu, Nov 19 - Thu, Nov 26
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7:20 am - 2:04 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 44m1 stop San Diego
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6:49 am - 1:18 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
28h 29m1 stop San Diego
$263Alaska Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sat, Jan 16
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2:08 pm - 7:39 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 31m1 stop Portland
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1:18 pm - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 41m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$290Alaska Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 16
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3:19 pm - 10:50 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 31m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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1:36 pm - 11:59 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 23m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$291Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:38 pm - 6:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 37m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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12:34 pm - 9:56 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
$296Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:38 pm - 6:15 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
7h 37m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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12:34 pm - 9:56 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 22m1 stop Salt Lake City
$296Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 15
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4:00 pm - 10:09 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 09m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 6:26 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
10h 31m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$296Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland typically range from $323 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $207, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland. It’s 14% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 43% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland at $278 round-trip.
•February ($716) and July ($670) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 157% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$100
Beat the crowds with an average 67% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 93% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland

When to book flights from O'Hare Intl to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from O'Hare Intl 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland.

  • How long is a flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland takes 00m, covering 1,830 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland range from $323 to $518, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $323 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport 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 $207 to $1,487. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $132, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Oakland Airport (OAK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    Flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland usually depart from Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland pass through?

    One-stop flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland most commonly connect through:

    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 36% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 13% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $334 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $557, a difference of $223.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 31m, compared with 6h 40m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 57m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport and Oakland?

    Oakland is 2 hours behind Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (Pacific Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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.

Your guide to booking Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $334, about $223 less than Friday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland trip for August. Fares historically average $278 round-trip in that month - typically $438 less than the most expensive month, which is February (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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