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$163+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Oakland, CA (BUF - OAK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — OAK
ene. 26 — feb. 21
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dom. 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Oakland (OAK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$339
(Southwest)

One-way from

$249
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$430
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 21, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 5/92:55 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop9h 10mSouthwest
sáb. 5/106:05 amOAK - BUF
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$339
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom. 6/2911:40 amBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 11mSun Country Air
dom. 7/65:50 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop13h 54mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$365
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/273:30 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop9h 02mDelta
lun. 7/710:45 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 31mDelta
Deal found 1/20$519

Find flights from Buffalo to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo to Oakland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

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BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

vie. 5/9

2:55 pm-9:05 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Oakland

sáb. 5/10

6:05 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$339

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

dom. 6/29

11:40 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Oakland

dom. 7/6

5:50 pm-10:44 am

1 stop13h 54m

$365

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

vie. 6/27

3:30 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop9h 02m

Oakland

lun. 7/7

10:45 pm-11:16 am

1 stop9h 31m

$519

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

dom. 6/8

11:40 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 11m

$163

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

mié. 5/7

7:05 am-2:45 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$194

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

sáb. 2/15

2:15 pm-10:54 pm

2 stops11h 39m

$455

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Deals found on 1/21

Compare providers for flights from Buffalo to Oakland

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Buffalo to Oakland in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Buffalo-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Buffalo to Oakland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Buffalo to Oakland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Buffalo to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BUF to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Oakland, California in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Oakland. Reviews last updated enero 21, 2025.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
386 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Buffalo to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Oakland, California is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $339 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and Delta, starting at $365 and $519 round-trip. Users have found that Southwest is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Buffalo to Oakland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Buffalo to Oakland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Buffalo to Oakland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Buffalo to Oakland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Buffalo to Oakland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo to Oakland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Buffalo to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Buffalo to Oakland

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo to Oakland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated enero 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$311Average$525FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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