Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to San Jose?

Flights from Oakland to San Jose usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).

Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to San Jose pass through?

Connecting flights from Oakland to San Jose most commonly pass through: • San Diego (SAN) - 50% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 50% of one-stop connections Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to San Jose?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Oakland to San Jose route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $584, a difference of $152. 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 San Jose?

Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.

How long is a flight from Oakland to San Jose?

There are currently no nonstop flights available from Oakland to San Jose. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 50m and 6h 06m in total, depending on the connection.

Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland to San Jose?

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 Oakland to San Jose 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 $219 to $780. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Oakland to San Jose looking right now?

One-way fares from Oakland to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $315, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 6h 06m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?

San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include: · Europcar · Fox · Thrifty · Dollar · Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a Oakland to San Jose flight?

Round-trip flights from Oakland to San Jose range from $506 to $584, with an average of $584 over the past 12 months. Anything below $506 counts as a good deal.

What is the most popular layover airport when flying from Oakland to San Jose?

San Diego (SAN) and Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) are the most popular layovers for the Oakland to San Jose route. 50% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SAN or SEA.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Oakland to San Jose?

Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $469. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Oakland to San Jose which airport offers the shortest layover?

San Diego (SAN) had the shortest average connection time for Oakland to San Jose layovers at 194 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

10:17 am - 7:53 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

9h 36m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

1:38 pm - 9:22 amSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

19h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$219Frontier

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

9:59 am - 2:55 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

4h 56m1 stop San Diego

8:06 pm - 11:30 amSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

15h 24m1 stop San Diego

$223Alaska Airlines

Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24

10:17 am - 9:52 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

11h 35m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1:38 pm - 9:22 amSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

19h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$232Frontier

Thu, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 19

10:17 am - 8:08 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

9h 51m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles

2:15 pm - 11:52 amSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

21h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$280Frontier

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

3:55 pm - 8:48 amOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

16h 53m1 stop San Diego

7:08 am - 6:15 pmSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

11h 07m1 stop San Diego

$385Alaska Airlines

Fri, Dec 25 - Sat, Jan 2

10:03 am - 1:55 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

3h 52m1 stop San Diego

7:20 am - 11:13 amSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

3h 53m1 stop San Diego

$503Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

5:10 pm - 10:56 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

5h 46m1 stop San Diego

8:29 am - 6:12 pmSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

9h 43m1 stop San Diego

$523Alaska Airlines

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22

1:29 pm - 6:04 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

4h 35m1 stop San Diego

11:27 am - 9:44 pmSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

34h 17m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

$550Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23

1:29 pm - 6:04 pmOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

4h 35m1 stop San Diego

11:27 am - 9:44 pmSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

34h 17m2 stops Guadalajara Miguel Hidal Mexico City Benito Juarez

$551Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27

10:06 pm - 8:36 amOAK Oakland-SJC San Jose

10h 30m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:03 pm - 6:18 pmSJC San Jose-OAK Oakland

28h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Ontario

$583Frontier

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Oakland to San Jose?

Frontier ($219) and Alaska Airlines ($223) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Oakland to San Jose according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

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Which airports can I use when flying from Oakland to San Jose?
Flights from Oakland to San Jose usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at San Jose (SJC).
Which airports do connecting flights from Oakland to San Jose pass through?
Connecting flights from Oakland to San Jose most commonly pass through:

• San Diego (SAN) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 50% of one-stop connections
Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Oakland to San Jose?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 27% on the Oakland to San Jose route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $432 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $584, a difference of $152. 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 San Jose?
Some of the most popular sights in San Jose are San Jose McEnery Convention Center, SAP Center at San Jose and Santana Row. These are among the most viewed places in San Jose on KAYAK.
How long is a flight from Oakland to San Jose?
There are currently no nonstop flights available from Oakland to San Jose. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 50m and 6h 06m in total, depending on the connection.
Do I need a passport to fly from Oakland to San Jose?
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 Oakland to San Jose 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 $219 to $780. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Oakland to San Jose looking right now?
One-way fares from Oakland to San Jose are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $315, which is 18% above the typical average for this route.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Oakland to San Jose?
Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 50m, compared with 6h 06m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).
What car rental options are available at San Jose Airport (SJC)?
San Jose Airport (SJC) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $18 for economy cars. Top options include:
· Europcar
· Fox
· Thrifty
· Dollar
· Hertz
How much should I expect to pay for a Oakland to San Jose flight?
Round-trip flights from Oakland to San Jose range from $506 to $584, with an average of $584 over the past 12 months. Anything below $506 counts as a good deal.

If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Monday flights average $432 - about $152 less than Tuesday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to San Jose Airport.
- Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, San Jose Airport
- Uptown Oasis San Jose Airport
- Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott San Jose

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