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Cheapest round-trip
$335
Typical prices: $368-$508
Alaska Airlines
Fri 12/7Mon 12/10
RDU - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$135
Typical prices: $209-$298
Frontier
Sat 12/1
RDU - OAK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Raleigh and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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February
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX)
Shortest trip • 7h 39m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Raleigh to Oakland (RDU-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Raleigh to Oakland

Mon, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 11:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
9h 16m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
10:36 am - 5:30 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
27h 54m1 stop San Diego
$335Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:47 pm - 12:22 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
20h 35m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:58 pm - 12:28 amOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
22h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$356Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
5:50 am - 4:45 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$357Southwest
Sat, Jan 30 - Mon, Feb 1
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:54 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
7h 54m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 11:55 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 21m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Sat, Jan 30 - Wed, Feb 3
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 11:54 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
7h 54m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 11:55 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 21m1 stop Salt Lake City
$357Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 11:26 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
9h 16m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:34 am - 5:30 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
7h 56m1 stop San Diego
$357Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:24 pm - 11:04 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
8h 40m1 stop San Diego
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:03 am - 5:44 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 41m1 stop San Diego
$357Alaska Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 10:25 amRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
7h 25m1 stop Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
8:50 am - 10:00 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
10h 10m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Baltimore/Washington
$362Southwest
Sat, Jan 30 - Tue, Feb 2
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
8h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Southwest Logo
9:10 am - 9:45 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
9h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Baltimore/Washington
$362Southwest
Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1
Delta Logo
5:30 am - 4:15 pmRDU  Raleigh-Durham-OAK Oakland
13h 45m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
12:34 pm - 11:55 pmOAK  Oakland-RDU Raleigh-Durham
8h 21m1 stop Salt Lake City
$362Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Raleigh to Oakland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Oakland typically range from $368 to $508. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $335, on Alaska Airlines.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Raleigh to Oakland. It’s 23% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 30% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Raleigh to Oakland at $342 round-trip.
•May ($508) and June ($485) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 48% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Raleigh to Oakland flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$135
Beat the crowds with an average 35% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 57% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Raleigh to Oakland

When to book flights from Raleigh to Oakland

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

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

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Raleigh to Oakland:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Raleigh to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Raleigh to Oakland takes 00m, covering 2,383 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Raleigh 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Raleigh to Oakland range from $368 to $508, with an average of $440 over the past 12 months. Anything below $368 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Raleigh 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 $335 to $1,724. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Raleigh to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $163, which is 36% 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 averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Thrifty
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Raleigh to Oakland usually depart from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • San Diego (SAN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 18% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 9% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 41% on flights from Raleigh to Oakland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $342 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $574, a difference of $232.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 39m, compared with 7h 42m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 7h 47m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What is the time difference between Raleigh and Oakland?

    Oakland is 3 hours behind Raleigh (Pacific Time vs Eastern 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.

Your guide to booking Raleigh 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $342, about $232 less than Sunday fares (40% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Raleigh to Oakland trip for February. Fares historically average $342 round-trip in that month - typically $166 less than the most expensive month, which is May (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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