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Cheapest round-trip
$350
Typical prices: $419-$539
Multiple Airlines
Mon 12/31Sat 1/6
RIC - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$162
Typical prices: $208-$390
Delta
Wed 12/12
RIC - OAK • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Richmond and Oakland. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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October
Cheapest • 21% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Denver Intl (DEN)
Cheapest • Avg $429 (round-trip)
Chicago Midway (MDW)
Shortest trip • 7h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Richmond to Oakland (RIC-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Richmond to Oakland

Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 6
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8:58 am - 5:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:25 pm - 7:50 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
19h 25m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$350Multiple Airlines
Fri, Nov 13 - Tue, Nov 17
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12:15 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
14h 40m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Salt Lake City
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5:00 pm - 9:51 amOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
13h 51m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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3:15 pm - 11:55 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 40m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City
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5:55 am - 8:28 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 33m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$399Delta
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Los Angeles
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11:45 pm - 11:50 amOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$420Southwest
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Los Angeles
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6:35 am - 8:40 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$420Southwest
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Los Angeles
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11:45 pm - 11:50 amOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$429Southwest
Fri, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Los Angeles
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6:35 am - 8:40 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
11h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway
$430Southwest
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 6
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8:58 am - 5:31 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:25 pm - 7:55 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
43h 30m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Tampa
$431Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 31 - Wed, Jan 6
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6:05 am - 2:20 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 15m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Los Angeles
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11:45 pm - 11:50 amOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
9h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Baltimore/Washington
$431Southwest
Wed, Nov 11 - Sun, Nov 15
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6:05 am - 2:50 pmRIC  Richmond Byrd Intl-OAK Oakland
11h 45m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Denver Intl
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5:35 am - 10:00 pmOAK  Oakland-RIC Richmond Byrd Intl
13h 25m1 stop Chicago Midway
$435Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for Richmond to Oakland flights

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Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Richmond to Oakland?

Delta ($399) and Southwest ($420) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Richmond to Oakland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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Key details for Richmond to Oakland flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$162
Beat the crowds with an average 90% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Richmond to Oakland

When to book flights from Richmond to Oakland

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

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

  • How long is a flight from Richmond to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Richmond to Oakland takes 00m, covering 2,432 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Richmond 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 Richmond to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Richmond to Oakland range from $419 to $539, with an average of $503 over the past 12 months. Anything below $419 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Richmond 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 $350 to $1,045. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Richmond to Oakland are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $766, which is 169% above 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 Richmond to Oakland?

    Flights from Richmond to Oakland usually depart from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

    Connecting flights from Richmond to Oakland most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 71% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 29% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Richmond to Oakland. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $403 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $657, a difference of $254.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 28m, compared with 9h 09m via Denver Intl (DEN).

  • What is the time difference between Richmond and Oakland?

    Oakland is 3 hours behind Richmond (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 Richmond 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 $403, about $254 less than Saturday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Richmond to Oakland trip for October. Fares historically average $396 round-trip in that month - typically $330 less than the most expensive month, which is April (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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