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Cheapest round-trip
$260
Typical prices: $406-$576
Southwest
Sat 12/8Sat 12/15
CVG - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$127
Typical prices: $198-$330
Frontier
Sat 10/27
CVG - OAK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Cincinnati and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 25% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $405 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Oakland (CVG-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cincinnati to Oakland

Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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1:25 pm - 6:55 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
8h 30m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
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10:20 am - 6:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
5h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$260Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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8:40 am - 12:45 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:35 am - 9:20 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
8h 45m2 stops San Diego Nashville Intl
$265Southwest
Tue, Dec 8 - Tue, Dec 15
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6:55 am - 2:40 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
10h 45m2 stops Nashville Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:45 am - 6:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
$270Southwest
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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12:43 pm - 9:22 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
23h 39m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 6:04 amOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
9h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$291Frontier
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 12:25 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
8h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 3:09 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 14m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Thu, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 12
Delta Logo
6:40 am - 12:25 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
8h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 3:09 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 14m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Tue, Feb 9 - Thu, Feb 18
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8:10 am - 5:52 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
12h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 8:24 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
10h 24m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$297Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 31
Delta Logo
7:30 pm - 11:56 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
7h 26m1 stop Salt Lake City
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6:00 am - 3:24 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
6h 24m1 stop Salt Lake City
$297Delta
Thu, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 5:52 pmCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
12h 42m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:48 pm - 8:40 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
22h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$309Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
Southwest Logo
8:20 pm - 12:15 amCVG  Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky-OAK Oakland
6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 3:50 pmOAK  Oakland-CVG Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
12h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway
$317Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cincinnati to Oakland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Oakland start at $260. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $406 to $576. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $260 on Southwest.

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Key details for Cincinnati to Oakland flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$127
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 19% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 9% lower on average.
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When to book flights from Cincinnati to Oakland

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

    Flights from Cincinnati to Oakland usually depart from Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky (CVG) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

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

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 32% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Cincinnati to Oakland route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $381 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $562, a difference of $181. 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 Cincinnati to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Cincinnati to Oakland takes 0h 00m, covering 2,020 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 $260 to $2,095. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cincinnati to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $136, which is 48% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 50m, compared with 6h 59m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 7h 41m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Cincinnati and Oakland?

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

    Round-trip flights from Cincinnati to Oakland range from $406 to $576, with an average of $486 over the past 12 months. Anything below $406 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cincinnati 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 Tuesday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $381 - about $181 less than Wednesday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cincinnati to Oakland trip for February. Fares historically average $364 round-trip in that month - typically $212 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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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