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$57+ Cheap flights from New York, NY (NYC) 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 1/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
NYC — OAK
Dec 25 — Jan 11
Wed 12/25
Wed 1/1
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from New York to Oakland are usually found in February or April, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$150
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One-way from

$57
(FlightHub)

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February

Average price

$627
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/315:35 pmEWR - OAK
2 stops19h 08mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/85:30 amOAK - EWR
1 stop8h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$389
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/303:29 pmLGA - OAK
2 stops21h 14mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/105:45 amOAK - LGA
2 stops23h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/19$440
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/312:00 pmLGA - OAK
1 stop10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 1/85:35 amOAK - LGA
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/18$551
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/316:55 amJFK - OAK
1 stop8h 17mDelta
Tue 1/141:15 pmOAK - JFK
1 stop7h 58mDelta
Deal found 12/19$567
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Tue 12/316:30 pmJFK - OAK
2 stops27h 22mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/169:46 amOAK - JFK
1 stop26h 14mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$622
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/2411:50 amEWR - OAK
3 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/16:36 pmOAK - EWR
2 stops13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$824
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Wed 12/254:00 pmEWR - OAK
1 stop29h 52mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/316:00 amOAK - EWR
1 stop9h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$830
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/2311:38 amJFK - OAK
2 stops14h 14mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/16:36 pmOAK - JFK
2 stops13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$895
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/303:15 pmLGA - OAK
2 stops11h 59mDelta
Tue 1/75:01 pmOAK - LGA
2 stops14h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/19$1,067

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Customize your flight search to find flights from New York 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 December 20, 2024.

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New YorkOakland

LGA - OAK

LGAOAK

New York LaGuardia

Wed 1/15

1:55 pm-6:47 am

2 stops19h 52m

Oakland

Tue 1/28

7:02 pm-10:04 am

2 stops12h 02m

$146

NewarkOakland

EWR - OAK

EWROAK

Newark

Wed 1/8

5:35 pm-6:47 am

2 stops16h 12m

Oakland

Mon 1/13

5:45 am-3:59 pm

1 stop7h 14m

$168

New YorkOakland

JFK - OAK

JFKOAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Tue 2/4

5:29 pm-8:49 am

1 stop18h 20m

Oakland

Tue 2/11

10:41 am-3:00 pm

1 stop25h 19m

$234

NewarkOakland

EWR - OAK

EWROAK

Newark

Tue 1/14

6:55 am-7:25 pm

1 stop15h 30m

Oakland

Sun 1/19

1:27 pm-12:07 pm

3 stops19h 40m

$293

New YorkOakland

JFK - OAK

JFKOAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Fri 1/24

2:12 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops12h 44m

Oakland

Tue 1/28

5:01 pm-6:28 am

1 stop10h 27m

$301

NewarkOakland

EWR - OAK

EWROAK

Newark

Fri 1/10

5:30 pm-8:49 am

2 stops18h 19m

Oakland

Sun 1/12

6:32 am-2:29 pm

1 stop28h 57m

$352

New YorkOakland

JFK - OAK

JFKOAK

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Thu 6/12

11:29 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 22m

Oakland

Sun 6/15

5:50 pm-10:31 am

1 stop13h 41m

$378

NewarkOakland

EWR - OAK

EWROAK

Newark

Thu 6/12

11:41 am-4:51 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Oakland

Sun 6/15

5:50 pm-10:42 am

1 stop13h 52m

$378

New YorkOakland

LGA - OAK

LGAOAK

New York LaGuardia

Fri 1/31

12:30 pm-9:30 pm

2 stops12h 00m

Oakland

Sun 2/2

5:05 am-6:05 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$394

New YorkOakland

LGA - OAK

LGAOAK

New York LaGuardia

Tue 3/18

6:05 am-4:34 pm

2 stops13h 29m

Oakland

Tue 3/25

5:55 am-7:13 pm

2 stops10h 18m

$396

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from New York to Oakland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 New York-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on New York-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from New York-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on New York-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 New York-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 New York to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from New York to Oakland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from New York to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from New York to Oakland, California is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from New York 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 December 20, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from New York to Oakland, California in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from New York to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their New York to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons 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 December 20, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from New York to Oakland, such as Spirit Airlines, Delta and Southwest. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,547 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,601 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Sun Country Air
7.0
Good
398 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,120 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,821 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

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 New York 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 New York?

    Oakland (OAK) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from New York to Oakland. You should not have trouble finding flights to Oakland from New York; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from New York per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights to the Oakland airport from New York. It is only a 7.0 mi journey from Oakland (OAK) to Oakland’s city center.

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

    Currently priced at $150, Spirit Airlines will fly you from New York to Oakland, California and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $234 and $301, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Delta, with prices starting from $128 and $148, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from New York to Oakland, California?

    The most popular route from New York to Oakland, California is Newark - Oakland. You may also consider New York LaGuardia - Oakland or New York John F Kennedy Intl - Oakland.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from New York to Oakland?

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from New York to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from New York 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 5 airlines flying from New York to Oakland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from New York 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 December 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$133Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$143Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$173Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$376Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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