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$34+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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LAX — OAK
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
Sun 2/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Riverside to Oakland are usually found in May or June, booked 88 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Riverside to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Riverside (R1V) 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 January 21, 2025.

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$68
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One-way from

$40
(Cheapflightsfares)

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December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$170
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Riverside to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/125:55 pmLAX - OAK
1 stop4h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 2/195:10 amOAK - LAX
1 stop9h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/20$68
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.
Thu 2/135:45 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 2/178:50 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$189
This Orbitz 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/195:55 pmLAX - OAK
1 stop4h 17mMultiple Airlines
Wed 2/268:32 pmOAK - LAX
2 stops15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/20$228

Find flights from Riverside to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.

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Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Wed 2/12

5:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Oakland

Wed 2/19

12:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop9h 55m

$68

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Thu 2/13

5:45 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Oakland

Mon 2/17

8:50 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$189

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

5:55 pm-10:12 pm

1 stop4h 17m

Oakland

Wed 2/26

8:32 pm-11:47 am

2 stops15h 15m

$228

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 2/4

4:18 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop5h 17m

$34

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Wed 2/19

10:15 am-11:50 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$95

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

7:35 am-4:18 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$117

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 3/4

10:50 am-6:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$141

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Wed 3/19

8:00 am-6:51 am

3 stops22h 51m

$176

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Riverside to Oakland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Oakland. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

Booking 88 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside 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 Riverside to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Riverside 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 R1V to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.

When flying from Riverside to Oakland, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Riverside to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 January 21, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Riverside to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines and Southwest. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

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

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

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
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Comfort

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 Riverside 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 Riverside?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Riverside to Oakland. 6 airlines have flights to Oakland from Riverside on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riverside to Oakland should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 6 inbound flights from Riverside per day.

  • How popular is this Riverside to Oakland, California flight route?

    This flight path from Riverside to Oakland was viewed by 38 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $40. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Oakland, California for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Oakland, California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Riverside to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $277, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $95. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Oakland), is priced around $68.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Riverside 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 6 airlines flying from Riverside to Oakland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$73FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$45Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$45Average$221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$73Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$168Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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