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$75+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Oakland, CA (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 5/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — OAK
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Chicago to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) 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 April 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$156
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$75
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$376

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$166 or less
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/79:02 pmORD - OAK
2 stops14h 39mSpirit Airlines
Tue 5/139:09 pmOAK - ORD
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/16$156
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Fri 5/309:10 pmMDW - OAK
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Sun 6/15:55 amOAK - MDW
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 4/17$198
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 5/296:55 pmORD - OAK
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Sat 5/315:20 amOAK - ORD
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/15$199
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/316:00 amORD - OAK
1 stop9h 36mAlaska Airlines
Sat 6/72:31 pmOAK - ORD
1 stop7h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/16$242
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Tue 6/107:20 pmORD - OAK
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Wed 6/1812:30 pmOAK - ORD
1 stop7h 39mDelta
Deal found 4/16$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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.
Wed 5/79:20 amMDW - OAK
2 stops8h 55mDelta
Tue 5/136:00 amOAK - MDW
2 stops9h 45mDelta
Deal found 4/16$267
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/63:44 pmORD - OAK
1 stop7h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 5/202:31 pmOAK - ORD
1 stop7h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/16$276
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:12 pmORD - OAK
2 stops28h 02mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/269:09 pmOAK - ORD
1 stop6h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$320

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Oakland that are best for you.

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Chicago

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/7

9:02 pm-9:41 am

2 stops14h 39m

Oakland

Tue 5/13

9:09 pm-10:55 am

1 stop11h 46m

$156

ChicagoOakland

MDW - OAK

MDWOAK

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

9:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

Oakland

Sun 6/1

5:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$198

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/29

6:55 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Oakland

Sat 5/31

5:20 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 40m

$199

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 5/31

6:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Oakland

Sat 6/7

2:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$242

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/10

7:20 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Oakland

Wed 6/18

12:30 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop7h 39m

$257

ChicagoOakland

MDW - OAK

MDWOAK

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/7

9:20 am-4:15 pm

2 stops8h 55m

Oakland

Tue 5/13

6:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops9h 45m

$267

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/6

3:44 pm-9:16 pm

1 stop7h 32m

Oakland

Tue 5/20

2:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$276

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/23

6:12 pm-8:14 pm

2 stops28h 02m

Oakland

Mon 5/26

9:09 pm-5:25 am

1 stop6h 16m

$320

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/20

8:37 am-4:41 pm

1 stop10h 04m

$75

ChicagoOakland

MDW - OAK

MDWOAK

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/30

9:10 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$90

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Oakland in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Chicago-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Chicago-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 Chicago to Oakland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Oakland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Oakland. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Chicago to Oakland, California, you should look to book at least 85 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Chicago 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 CHI to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 April 17, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Chicago to Oakland, California at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 35% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 17, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Chicago to Oakland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,280 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,382 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
349 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,882 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland from Chicago?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Oakland from Chicago. Booking flights from Chicago to Oakland (OAK) should be relatively easy as there are 2 daily inbound flights from Chicago from 4 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Oakland, California is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $156 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Alaska Airlines, starting at $199 and $242 round-trip. These flights start at 55% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Oakland, California one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $75. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Chicago to Oakland, California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Chicago 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 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Oakland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 April 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$129Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$238Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$247Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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