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Cheapest round-trip
$296
Typical prices: $316-$676
Southwest
Wed 8/12Tue 8/18
OAK - BOS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$149
Typical prices: $179-$318
Delta
Tue 8/11
OAK - BOS • 1 stop
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Cheapest • Avg $426 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 7h 32m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Boston (OAK-BOS)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Oakland to Boston that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Boston

Wed, Aug 12 - Tue, Aug 18
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 12:25 am
OAK
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BOS
8h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 4:35 pm
BOS
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OAK
10h 30m
1 stop
$296Southwest
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 26
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 11:57 pm
OAK
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BOS
8h 24m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:45 pm - 11:56 pm
BOS
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OAK
8h 11m
1 stop
$297Delta
Wed, Aug 5 - Wed, Aug 26
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 11:57 pm
OAK
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BOS
8h 24m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:15 pm - 11:56 pm
BOS
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OAK
9h 41m
2 stops
$302Delta
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:00 pm
OAK
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BOS
11h 00m
2 stops
Delta Logo
2:22 pm - 11:56 pm
BOS
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OAK
12h 34m
2 stops
$307Delta
Sun, Aug 16 - Tue, Sep 1
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:49 am - 5:40 am
OAK
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BOS
19h 51m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:33 pm
BOS
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OAK
9h 33m
1 stop
$312Alaska Airlines
Mon, Aug 3 - Wed, Aug 12
Southwest Logo
10:10 am - 11:10 pm
OAK
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BOS
10h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
3:20 pm - 11:05 pm
BOS
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OAK
10h 45m
1 stop
$316Southwest
Wed, Aug 5 - Thu, Aug 13
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 11:57 pm
OAK
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BOS
8h 24m
1 stop
Delta Logo
2:22 pm - 11:56 pm
BOS
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OAK
12h 34m
2 stops
$317Delta
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 19
Southwest Logo
12:45 pm - 12:25 am
OAK
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BOS
8h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:25 am - 12:40 pm
BOS
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OAK
10h 15m
2 stops
$322Southwest
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 12:15 pm
OAK
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BOS
9h 20m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
9:05 am - 4:35 pm
BOS
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OAK
10h 30m
1 stop
$327Southwest
Tue, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 26
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 5:40 am
OAK
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BOS
11h 50m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:00 am - 2:33 pm
BOS
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OAK
9h 33m
1 stop
$330Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Oakland to Boston flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Oakland to Boston to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Oakland, California to Boston?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Oakland, California to Boston departing in August.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Boston?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland to Boston, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Oakland to Boston is March, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $592 and $591 respectively.

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Low seasonSeptember
Cheapest flight$149
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 17% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Oakland to Boston

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to Boston based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Oakland to Boston

  • Where can I park my car long-term at OAK before my flight to BOS?

    The most convenient parking option is Premier Parking but is also the most expensive. If you'd like to save some money, there is a Long-Term Lot that is approximately 6 to 8min away from the terminals via walking. The most affordable option is the Economy Lot, which is not within walking distance. However, a free shuttle runs from the lot to the terminals every 15 to 20min or so.

  • Does OAK provide relief stations for service animals or pets?

    Yes. OAK offers passengers a relief station for approved service animals. This animal relief area is 10 square feet and features a mini fire hydrant, a sink, artificial turf, and cleaning tools. It can be located at Gate 25 of Terminal 2.

  • Does BOS have a USO?

    Yes. The USO at BOS is Landside, in Terminal C, on the lower level. This lounge proudly welcomes active-duty military personnel and their families. On the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, the USO is open from 8 am until 8 pm. On weekdays, Monday until Friday, the USO is open from 8 am until 9 pm. Some amenities include relaxing seating, a TV, a kitchen, internet access, and much more.

  • How can I fly from OAK to BOS?

    It is unlikely that you will be able to find a direct flight between OAK and BOS. However, Delta Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Hawaiian Airlines are among the carriers that operate flights with one-stop between OAK and BOS. Layover cities include Los Angeles (LAX), Salt Lake City (SLC), Seattle (SEA), and Honolulu (HNL). Delta, Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Frontier operate flights from OAK to BOS with two stops. Some of the layover cities include Los Angeles (LAX), St. Louis (STL), Atlanta (ATL), Las Vegas (LAS), Chicago (ORD), and Orlando (MCO).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Oakland to Boston?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to Boston was $149 for a one-way ticket and $296 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Oakland and Boston?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Oakland to Boston. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Oakland to Boston?

    When flying out of Oakland you will be using Oakland. You will be landing at Boston, also known as Boston Logan Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Oakland to Boston?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Oakland to Boston?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Oakland and Boston, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Oakland to Boston, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Oakland to Boston are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $505 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $358 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Oakland to Boston?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Oakland to Boston.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Oakland to Boston?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Boston from Oakland is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Oakland to Boston?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Boston with an airline and back to Oakland with another airline. Booking your flights between Oakland and BOS can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Oakland to Boston?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Boston from Oakland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Oakland to Boston

  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) is a focus city for Southwest Airlines and JSX and a hub for FedEx Express. Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) serves as a hub for Delta Airlines and a focus city for JetBlue.
  • OAK has installed Mamava lactation pods in both Terminals 1 and 2. These are 4x8 freestanding units that are clean and private. Each lactation suite has comfortable seating, a shelf area, an electrical outlet for a breast pump, a mirror, a coat hook, an exhaust fan, and a motion-activated light.
  • Any passenger, regardless of their airline or what class their ticket is, can pay a fee to enter the refined Escape Lounge at OAK. If you pay the entrance fee online, you'll most likely get a discount, or you can pay at the door. This lounge offers a posh relaxation area where you can decompress, get something to drink or eat, or get some work done.
  • If you are a traveler with limited mobility who will need someone to meet you when you arrive at BOS, you'll be happy to know that caregivers can apply at BOS for a guest pass that will get them beyond the security checkpoint and order to assist people struggling with travel difficulties.
  • To get to BOS from downtown Boston, passengers can take advantage of the MBTA, or “the T,” and its public transit options. Travelers can also take the Blue Line subway or the Silver Line rapid transit buses.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines serving from Oakland to Boston

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Oakland to Boston. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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7.9
Alaska AirlinesOverall score based on 12590 reviews
7.0Food
8.1Boarding
7.0Entertainment
7.8Comfort
8.5Crew
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Internet was great. It was nice to watch a movie. The crew was very nice.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2026
PDX - BOS
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Internet was great. It was nice to watch a movie. The crew was very nice.

Thank you to everyone, the crew and pilots.. they were so amazing!!

Some food or at least snacks need to be offered on long flights. I thought I had ordered food for my husband and I prior to the flight, but was told during the flight that I had not. Perhaps, if you must charge extra for food, let people order on board. We did get some food, which evidently others had decided they didn’t want onboard, but it wasn’t very good. We did like the adherence to takeoff and landing times, and the quick return of our luggage.

Pretty smooth ride!… a little tight in the back and would’ve loved to had a movie screen… couldn’t beat the price to the West Coast!

Plane was clean, staff was professional and flight was on time. No built in tv was still ok, as programs were offered that could synch to smart phones.

The flight attendants were excellent and I was in the back of the plane. Much much better than recent JetBlue experiences on that route and better than Delta on that route.

I was sitting towards back of plane and the flight attendants I thought spoke unusually loud for an evening flight. They chatted and chatted all night long and it seemed odd to me that they didn’t try to lower their voices. It is annoying as a passenger to hear all their conversations.

very good but no blankets for overnight flight or tv screens…

SFO gate staff super fun playing music and singing having customers waiting to be boarded to participate. Flight staff was nice enough. At least not rude like others I have experienced.

We were told that the plane was new (2 years old) which was evident in that the seats weren’t as worn and the interior had a more modern look. The downside was that the crew said because it was new, WI-FI hadn’t been connected yet. Seems strange that a plane that is 2 years old hasn’t had a chance to connect to WIFI. And the airline knew this going into the flight so it would have been nice if they would have sent communication ahead of time to the passengers so we could download in flight entertainment. The flight was almost 5 hours long. There should have been WIFI for a flight for that duration.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delayed flight. Nicest crew member was a SW pilot flying seated next to me who kindly move to seat the final passenger. Flight extra delayed. My cup of refreshment of ginger ale was so packed with ice it was literally 2 sips.

We had a nice flight. Boarding was easy, our seats were comfortable and the on board service was pleasant.

Service was great, boarding and exiting went smoothly, and the flight was very pleasant.

Southwest Airlines is behind the times with a woefully inefficient service animal policy that leads to major inconsistency and stress for passengers and crew alike. Despite so many attempts to share feedback and request better support, they bungled it once again and provoked a panic attack in the process, with no apologies or acknowledgment that their crew was failing to adhere to their own inadequate policies. WiFi didn’t work, flight was delayed by an hour, it was about what I’ve come to expect from Southwest these days.

Flights were full but SWA still managed to get everyone loaded and depart on time. No snack or beverage service on the first leg due to turbulance. Seats were clean but very little cushioning. Reasonable amount of leg room.

Our flight to Oakland was great bc the plane was new but it was delayed by 15min not bad at all. Over all it was an 8/10

Our flight to Vegas was delayed by almost two hours - I appreciated the updates but it was a bummer of a start to a celebratory trip. The delays meant we missed our dinner reservations we made a month ago so that was disappointing. Once we got to the gate, though, the crew did all they could to make up for the lost time and to keep it efficient and enjoyable, so I appreciate their efforts!!

There was a problem that delayed boarding for more than 20 min. and once everyone was on board, the plane did not take off for another 30 min. which then made our arrival in Phoenix 1 hour late.

Our two flights from GRR to MDW and MDW to OAK were both delayed due to weather. Be sure to build in a sufficient buffer in the transfer time to account for this type of problem. SW recommends connections as short as 40 min. Don't do this. We had to change concourses in MDW, a pretty long walk, to make our connection. Rule of thumb I use when traveling on flights with multiple legs is for connections of 80 min or more, unless there is no plane change, in which case it doesn't matter.

My flight was delayed by 4 hours in 30 minute increments. The gate agents were amazing but the communication was not. We were told that there was a maintenance issue but they didn't know what it was. That didn't inspire confidence. Then they said they found it and it was fixed and the pilot just needed to sign off. Then the pilot needed to talk to the other pilot from the arriving flight and we'd be fine. Then we were waiting for the pilot to call back. Then the maintenance issue wasn't fixed. Then they decided we were getting a new plane (why didn't they decide this earlier??). Fine. But then they announced we were changing gates AND terminals. And we were boarding in 20 minutes. So we all had to run to the new terminal gate. We could have taken off at that time, but we then had to wait for all the people who rebooked on a different flight to book this flight again. That took 30+ minutes because there was only one gate agent. When everyone ditched this flight, I saw it as an opportunity to upgrade to comfort. Delta, the greedy jerks they are, charged me $121. After their delay, their fault, their issues, couldn't even discount an upgrade. They only handed out $12 meal vouchers for the delay. I can't even get a snack from starbucks for that.

Much better than Latam, the worse airline company ever. I hope I don't have the need to fly Latam ever in my life again.

My flight yesterday evening was delayed 3.5 hours with no water or food service. Poor experience

The tray table was broken and the food was terrible.

Flight delayed. Air broken. Cabin was hot enough to pass out. Delta shuttle’s becoming worse and worse.

The first class flight attendant was awful to everyone. Very rude; no customer service. She should not be working in first class.

delta last minute gave me a boarding pass for a different flight with no confirmation that they were changing it

It was terrible, if they ran flights on time it would make a big difference.

Delta flight was great from the check in all the way to arrival. However, I had a very bad experience. I requested a wheelchair and the wheelchair employee that went to pick me up from the plane in Boston to bring me to the baggage claims told me I have to pay him. I was under the impression that it was a free service and I usually give tips but the person forced me to pay and since I said no because I was upset with his demand when my daughter walked in to pick me up he demanded payment from my daughter who paid him thinking maybe now it is a charged service.

Everything was great but the difference in paying for comfort + did not seem worth it.

Boarding was quick and efficient. The flight crew were friendly. There were limited food options available on the flight. The pocket guide said there would be salad and sandwich sections available on flights over 3.5 hours. The only food available were snack boxes. And those were limited as well. My flight was over 5 hours. The entertainment system worked well. I had both extra legroom seats and regular coach seats. The seats were not very comfortable. The entertainment controls in the armrest made it difficult to rest my arm without changing the channel on my neighbors TV. Overall, my experience was mediocre.

Entertainment and wifi were very sub-par - audio issues and no wifi

I was denied a plastic fork to eat my food and was told plastic forks are for paying customers who buy Jet Blue’s food. So I had to make a utensil out of a cup so nourish my body. Like a refugee. Because decency is dead.

Flights with JetBlue from San Diego to Boston are a miserable experience. The flight was delayed about 1.5 hours due to “weather” supposedly but the flights for other airlines left on time so it just have been some kind of weather that only affects JetBlue. I had a small carry on - purse. The crew stored it in a bin 2 rows down from me because they were using the bin next to my seat for other people’s stuff. The TV screen in the emergency row seats does not work. It just was awful from start to finish. When we landed, we had to sit inside the plane for a very long time because the plane had to be moved to a different gate.

Rude crew member. She seemed annoyed at me without me saying a single word. Also loudly admonished me for having my bag next to my seat instead of tucked away before landing. Just telling me to put it away and guiding me without giving me a lecture would have been enough.

The check in and boarding process was a bit of a cluster. Two people at the counter to check in, three random lines that nobody knew which was for what, and people kept getting shuffled from one line to another for no apparent reason because then they’d get shuffled back and end up getting out further back in the line than they were originally. I only had to hand my already checked bag over and it took 45 minutes. I was never assigned a seat so when I tried to board I was pulled out of line again while someone had to try to manually assign me a seat. During the flight I got up to go to the bathroom, and there was an attendant in the aisle offering pillows etc and it was a 30 min wait unbuckled standing by the bathrooms because she said I couldn’t go past her. First and last time flying jet blue to be honest.

Great! I love Jet Blue. My favorite airline! Very efficient, clean and timely.

Always like Jet Blue! It seems, however, that people are getting bigger & seats are getting smaller! We had a very full flight and I couldn't get an aisle seat like I always do. I wish there were more leg room. People sitting next to me were very nice though so it was fine to disturb them if I needed to use the restroom. Otherwise the flight was fine but a bit long.

None of the in flight Direct TV worked. A better selection of Shows would have been better. The baggage was s low. Otherwise we enjoyed our flight!

Seat was surprisingly comfortable and roomy. I like the onboard “pantry”. Lavatory was kept very clean.

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