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Cheapest round-trip
$343
Typical prices: $417-$602
Southwest
Sat 11/3Wed 11/7
SDF - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$154
Typical prices: $264-$453
Southwest
Fri 10/26
SDF - OAK • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Louisville and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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September
Cheapest • 24% price drop
March
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $386 (round-trip)
Denver Intl (DEN)
Shortest trip • 6h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Louisville to Oakland (SDF-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Louisville to Oakland

Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:15 am - 2:00 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
6h 45m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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11:50 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 15m1 stop Chicago Midway
$343Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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6:50 am - 1:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 20m2 stops Denver Intl Spokane
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5:10 am - 3:15 pmOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 05m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$348Southwest
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
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10:15 am - 4:20 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 05m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:55 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
12h 10m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago Midway
$353Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13
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12:10 pm - 5:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:55 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$362Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:30 am - 1:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
10h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Portland
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11:55 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$367Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 12
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12:10 pm - 5:35 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:55 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$382Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13
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5:30 am - 1:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
10h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Portland
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9:25 am - 8:30 pmOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 05m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Nashville Intl
$386Southwest
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 12
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5:30 am - 1:10 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
10h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Portland
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11:55 pm - 10:05 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$387Southwest
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:38 pm - 11:56 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
9h 18m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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5:02 pm - 10:21 amOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
14h 19m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$423Delta
Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7
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2:20 pm - 9:58 pmSDF  Louisville Intl-OAK Oakland
10h 38m2 stops Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Salt Lake City
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6:00 am - 5:59 pmOAK  Oakland-SDF Louisville Intl
8h 59m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul
$423Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Louisville to Oakland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Louisville to Oakland start at $343. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $417 to $602. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $343 on Southwest.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Louisville to Oakland, it is 14% cheaper than the average day. Thursday is the most expensive day with flight prices 28% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Key details for Louisville to Oakland flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$154
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 14% increase in price.
Flight from Louisville to Oakland

When to book flights from Louisville to Oakland

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

    Flights from Louisville to Oakland usually depart from Louisville Intl (SDF) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

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

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 14% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 33% on the Louisville to Oakland route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $431 round-trip on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at $638, a difference of $207. 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 Louisville to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Louisville to Oakland takes 0h 00m, covering 1,974 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Louisville 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 Louisville 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 $343 to $1,919. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Louisville to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $174, which is 52% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Denver Intl (DEN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 43m, compared with 6h 49m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 7h 06m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What is the time difference between Louisville and Oakland?

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

    Round-trip flights from Louisville to Oakland range from $417 to $602, with an average of $496 over the past 12 months. Anything below $417 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Louisville 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 Thursday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $431 - about $207 less than Thursday (32% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Louisville to Oakland trip for September. Fares historically average $376 round-trip in that month - typically $262 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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
    - Holiday Inn & Suites Oakland - Airport By IHG

Everything you need to know for your flight from Louisville to Oakland

Information on your arrival and departure airports

Louisville (SDF)
Oakland (OAK)