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?

Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Oakland.

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) - 75% of one-stop connections • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from San Francisco to Oakland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $287 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $175. 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 32m and 6h 18m 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 $132 to $697. 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 $78, which is 75% 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 32m, compared with 6h 18m 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 averaging $73 for economy cars. Top options include: • Dollar • Thrifty • Hertz • Budget • 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 $287 to $497, with an average of $452 over the past 12 months. Anything below $287 counts as a good deal.

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

Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Oakland typically range from $287 to $497. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $132, on Frontier.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from San Francisco to Oakland?

Frontier ($132) and Alaska Airlines ($217) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Oakland according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from San Francisco to Oakland?

San Diego (SAN) is the most popular layover for the San Francisco to Oakland route. 75% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via SAN.

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

Flights via San Diego (SAN) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $361. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

San Diego (SAN) had the shortest average connection time for San Francisco to Oakland layovers at 2h 53m over the past 3 months.

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3:30 pm - 10:05 pmSFO San Francisco-OAK Oakland

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12:28 pm - 9:01 pmOAK Oakland-SFO San Francisco

8h 33m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Ontario

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Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 9

7:40 am - 1:27 pmSFO San Francisco-OAK Oakland

5h 47m1 stop Portland

5:02 pm - 10:53 pmOAK Oakland-SFO San Francisco

5h 51m1 stop San Diego

$217Alaska Airlines

Thu, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 14

12:11 pm - 4:22 pmSFO San Francisco-OAK Oakland

4h 11m1 stop San Diego

5:02 pm - 10:53 pmOAK Oakland-SFO San Francisco

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How much is a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Oakland? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from San Francisco to Oakland departing in february.

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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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What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Francisco to Oakland?
Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Francisco to Oakland.
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 32m and 6h 18m 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a San Francisco to Oakland flight?
Round-trip flights from San Francisco to Oakland range from $287 to $497, with an average of $452 over the past 12 months. Anything below $287 counts as a good deal.
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 $132 to $697. 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 $78, which is 75% 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 $73 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Thrifty
• Hertz
• Budget
• Alamo
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).
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) - 75% of one-stop connections
• Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 25% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Francisco to Oakland?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 38% on flights from San Francisco to Oakland. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $287 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $462, a difference of $175.

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 San Francisco to Oakland?
Flying via San Diego (SAN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 32m, compared with 6h 18m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $287, about $175 less than Friday fares (38% 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
• SpringHill Suites by Marriott Oakland Airport

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