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Cheapest round-trip
$197
Typical prices: $284-$514
Frontier
Sat 12/1Fri 12/7
ORD - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$99
Typical prices: $189-$344
Frontier
Sat 10/6
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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September
Cheapest • 38% price drop
September
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Top layover airports
San Diego (SAN)
Cheapest • Avg $354 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (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

Tue, Dec 1 - 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
$197Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:15 pm - 5:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
25h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:55 pm - 5:13 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$204Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:49 pm - 10:55 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:20 pm - 5:16 amOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
9h 56m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$242Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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5:15 pm - 5:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
25h 45m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:44 pm - 11:49 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 05m1 stop San Diego
$248Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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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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10:00 am - 6:59 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 59m1 stop San Diego
$251Alaska Airlines
Tue, Oct 27 - Wed, Oct 28
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7:20 am - 2:34 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 14m1 stop San Diego
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7:02 am - 4:50 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 48m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$251Alaska Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:15 pm - 9:00 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 45m1 stop San Diego
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10:36 am - 7:00 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
6h 24m1 stop San Diego
$251Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 4
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9:59 am - 4:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 23m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
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12:41 pm - 10:05 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
$256Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:15 pm - 11:56 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:00 am - 4:32 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 32m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$272Delta
Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Oct 29
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7:00 am - 4:22 pmORD  Chicago O'Hare Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 22m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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6:00 am - 4:32 pmOAK  Oakland-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl
8h 32m2 stops Salt Lake City Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$277Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland with more confidence.

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 start at $197. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $284 to $514. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $197 on Frontier.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland, it is 21% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 59% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland at $250 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 186% 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

January

Cheapest flight

$99
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 19% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 38% lower on average.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • 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).

  • 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.

  • 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) - 34% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 18% of one-stop connections

    Salt Lake City (SLC) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 50% on the Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $319 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $638, a difference of $319. 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland takes 0h 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.

  • 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 $197 to $1,611. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x 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 $116, which is 62% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 33m, compared with 6h 39m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 57m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • 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 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 Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport to Oakland range from $284 to $514, with an average of $400 over the past 12 months. Anything below $284 counts as a good deal.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $319 - about $319 less than Friday (50% 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 September. Fares historically average $250 round-trip in that month - typically $466 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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