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Cheapest round-trip
$290
Typical prices: $296-$418
Volaris
Mon 3/5Tue 3/13
GDL - OAK • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$176
Typical prices: $174-$293
Volaris
Sat 10/20
GDL - OAK • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Volaris. Average duration is 3h 58m
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Cheap Flights from Guadalajara to Oakland (GDL-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Guadalajara to Oakland

Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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8:57 am - 11:52 amGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
3h 55mnonstop
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11:15 pm - 4:03 amOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$290Volaris
Fri, Mar 5 - Sat, Mar 13
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7:30 pm - 9:30 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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3:47 pm - 9:35 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$290Volaris
Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 11
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3:39 pm - 6:34 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
3h 55mnonstop
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12:32 pm - 6:20 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Thu, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 11
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7:30 pm - 9:30 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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3:47 pm - 9:35 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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3:36 pm - 5:36 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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3:47 pm - 9:35 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 15
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12:15 pm - 2:15 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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12:32 pm - 6:20 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Fri, Oct 30 - Fri, Nov 6
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7:30 pm - 10:30 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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7:12 pm - 1:00 amOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Fri, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:36 pm - 5:36 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
4h 00mnonstop
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12:32 pm - 6:20 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
3h 48mnonstop
$292Volaris
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:39 pm - 6:34 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
3h 55mnonstop
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9:50 am - 9:58 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
11h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$352Frontier
Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19
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3:39 pm - 6:34 pmGDL  Guadalajara Miguel Hidal-OAK Oakland
3h 55mnonstop
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9:50 am - 9:58 pmOAK  Oakland-GDL Guadalajara Miguel Hidal
11h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$354Frontier
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Price, demand and travel trends for Guadalajara to Oakland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Guadalajara to Oakland typically range from $296 to $418. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $290, on Volaris.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guadalajara to Oakland?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Guadalajara to Oakland. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 5% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to Oakland?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Guadalajara to Oakland at $293 round-trip.
•July ($416) and May ($378) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 41% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Guadalajara to Oakland the cheapest?

Flights from Guadalajara to Oakland are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 14% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Guadalajara to Oakland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Yulia Denisyuk

Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on Volaris

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

John Walton

John Walton

Expert on Viva

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on GDL

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Guadalajara to Oakland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$176
Beat the crowds with an average 53% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 24% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Guadalajara to Oakland

When to book flights from Guadalajara to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Guadalajara 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 Guadalajara to Oakland flight questions, answered

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

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Guadalajara to Oakland:

    • Earliest: departs at 8:57 am and lands at 12:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 7:30 pm and lands at 11:28 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 58m.

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Guadalajara to Oakland takes 3h 58m, covering 1,639 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

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

    Round-trip flights from Guadalajara to Oakland range from $296 to $418, with an average of $350 over the past 12 months. Anything below $296 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Guadalajara to Oakland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 2% above the $350 route average. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $349 round-trip, compared to $508 via a layover through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $42–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    The Airbus A320neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Volaris. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Guadalajara to Oakland spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Guadalajara to Oakland flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, morning flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Guadalajara 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 $290 to $1,246. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Guadalajara to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $181, which is 22% 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 starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Guadalajara to Oakland usually depart from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal (GDL) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Guadalajara to Oakland route, 13% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 20m.

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

    Most connecting flights from Guadalajara to Oakland pass through Mexico City Benito Juarez (MEX), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 10% on flights from Guadalajara to Oakland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $332 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $368, a difference of $36.

    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 airlines fly from Guadalajara to Oakland?

    Only Volaris operates flights between Guadalajara and Oakland.

  • What is the time difference between Guadalajara and Oakland?

    Oakland is 1 hour behind Guadalajara (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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Guadalajara to Oakland flights?

    Among airlines operating Guadalajara to Oakland flights:

    • Viva: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Guadalajara to Oakland flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Viva: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Volaris: a checked bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Guadalajara 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 Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $332, about $36 less than Saturday fares (10% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 14% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Guadalajara to Oakland trip for February. Fares historically average $293 round-trip in that month - typically $123 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Volaris. Over the past three months, 88% of Volaris flights from Guadalajara to Oakland arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 87%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 20m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • 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
    • Holiday Inn & Suites Oakland - Airport By IHG

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Find which airlines fly direct from Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Airport to Oakland Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Guadalajara Miguel Hidal to Oakland

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Oakland to Guadalajara Miguel Hidal

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

Volaris

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Thursday

Volaris

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Friday

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Saturday

Volaris

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Sunday

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