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Cheapest round-trip
$148
Typical prices: $394-$497
Frontier
Sat 10/6Sat 10/13
SFO - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$79
Typical prices: $155-$531
Frontier
Mon 10/8
SFO - OAK • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 49% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $395 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 53m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Oakland (SFO-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Francisco to Oakland

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:11 pm - 11:51 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
16h 40m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:47 pm - 6:25 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
5h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$148Frontier
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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3:11 pm - 11:52 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
20h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:48 pm - 8:19 amOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
19h 31m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$150Frontier
Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
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11:17 am - 11:51 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
24h 34m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:47 pm - 8:38 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
31h 51m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Los Angeles
$152Frontier
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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7:11 pm - 9:22 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
14h 11m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:47 pm - 6:25 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
5h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$154Frontier
Mon, Oct 5 - Mon, Oct 12
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10:24 pm - 11:51 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
13h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:50 am - 8:13 amOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
22h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$155Frontier
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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1:51 pm - 6:54 pmSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
5h 03m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:53 pm - 8:49 amOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
12h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$183Alaska Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:07 am - 11:25 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
5h 18m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:53 pm - 8:49 amOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
12h 56m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$183Alaska Airlines
Sun, Sep 27 - Tue, Sep 29
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10:24 pm - 9:22 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
10h 58m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:47 pm - 6:24 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
5h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$183Frontier
Fri, Oct 9 - Wed, Oct 14
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10:19 pm - 11:52 amSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
13h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:47 pm - 6:25 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
5h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$191Frontier
Sat, Sep 26 - Fri, Oct 2
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8:25 am - 2:33 pmSFO  San Francisco-OAK Oakland
6h 08m1 stop San Diego
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7:51 pm - 8:17 pmOAK  Oakland-SFO San Francisco
24h 26m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$203Alaska Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Francisco to Oakland flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Oakland start at $148. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $394 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $148 on Frontier.

Key details for San Francisco to Oakland flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$79
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% lower on average.
Flight from San Francisco to Oakland

When to book flights from San Francisco to Oakland

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

    Flights from San Francisco to Oakland usually depart from San Francisco (SFO) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San Francisco to Oakland:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    Connecting flights from San Francisco to Oakland most commonly pass through:

    • San Diego (SAN) - 56% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 44% 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 San Francisco to Oakland?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 34% on the San Francisco to Oakland route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $462 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $692, a difference of $230. 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 San Francisco to Oakland?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Oakland. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 47m and 6h 53m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Francisco 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 San Francisco 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 $148 to $772. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Francisco to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $108, which is 67% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 47m, compared with 6h 53m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • 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 San Francisco to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Oakland range from $394 to $497, with an average of $473 over the past 12 months. Anything below $394 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Francisco 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 Friday departure instead of Tuesday. On this route, Friday flights average $462 - about $230 less than Tuesday (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Francisco to Oakland trip for May. Fares historically average $242 round-trip in that month - typically $450 less than the most expensive month, which is December (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

More options for your flight from San Francisco to Oakland

Complete your trip to Oakland with a hotel stay or car rental