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$118+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Oakland, CA (RDU - 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — OAK
Mar 26 — Apr 21
Wed 3/26
Wed 4/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Oakland are usually found in May or September, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Raleigh to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 March 21, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$118
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$513
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 21, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/77:20 amRDU - OAK
1 stop11h 28mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/1012:45 pmOAK - RDU
1 stop14h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/20$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Sat 5/176:07 pmRDU - OAK
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sun 5/256:00 amOAK - RDU
1 stop7h 57mDelta
Deal found 3/20$297
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/78:30 pmRDU - OAK
2 stops28h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/105:30 amOAK - RDU
2 stops34h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/20$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/37:20 amRDU - OAK
1 stop11h 28mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 5/104:43 pmOAK - RDU
1 stop10h 17mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/20$340
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 7/255:05 pmRDU - OAK
1 stop10h 00mSouthwest
Tue 7/299:15 amOAK - RDU
1 stop10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 3/20$373
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/115:36 pmRDU - OAK
2 stops16h 13mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/156:40 pmOAK - RDU
2 stops20h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/20$386

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Raleigh 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 March 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Raleigh to Oakland that are best for you.

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Raleigh

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

7:20 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Oakland

Sat 5/10

4:43 pm-6:00 am

1 stop10h 17m

$289

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 5/17

6:07 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Oakland

Wed 5/21

6:00 am-5:40 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$297

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/7

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops28h 55m

Oakland

Sat 5/10

5:30 am-6:50 pm

2 stops34h 20m

$329

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/23

7:20 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 28m

Oakland

Mon 4/28

6:00 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$343

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 7/25

5:05 pm-12:05 am

1 stop10h 00m

Oakland

Tue 7/29

9:15 am-10:25 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$373

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/11

5:36 pm-6:49 am

2 stops16h 13m

Oakland

Tue 4/15

6:40 pm-5:51 pm

2 stops20h 11m

$386

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

5:36 pm-6:49 am

2 stops16h 13m

$118

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 4/25

7:20 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$145

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

6:50 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop7h 53m

$149

RaleighOakland

RDU - OAK

RDUOAK

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 8/10

5:35 am-9:45 am

1 stop7h 10m

$219

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Deals found on 3/19

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

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Oakland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Raleigh to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2025.

Booking 31 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Raleigh to Oakland, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 March 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Oakland, California in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 35% 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 March 21, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Raleigh to Oakland, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,325 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,877 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,281 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Oakland, California round-trip?

    According to our current data, Alaska Airlines ($289), Delta ($297), and Hawaiian Airlines ($340) offers the cheapest pricing from Raleigh to Oakland, California. These flights start at 31% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $118 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 $145 and $149, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 March 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$287Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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