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$1,096+ Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to South Africa

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OAK — JNB
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to South Africa (ZA0). 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Oakland to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Wed 12/116:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops38h 30mDelta
Mon 12/2311:59 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops57h 14mDelta
Deal found 11/19$2,071
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2910:02 amOAK - CPT
2 stops40h 08mBritish Airways
Sun 12/158:55 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops36h 56mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/20$2,143
This Gurufare deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Gurufare is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/2910:02 amOAK - JNB
2 stops38h 18mBritish Airways
Sat 12/147:25 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops38h 26mBritish Airways
Deal found 11/21$2,212
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/46:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops41h 45mQatar Airways
Sat 12/2112:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops45h 14mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$2,312
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/253:44 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops56h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/23:20 pmCPT - OAK
3 stops66h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$2,333
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/176:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops41h 25mDelta
Wed 1/227:45 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops38h 11mDelta
Deal found 11/21$2,341
This oojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 oojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/246:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops49h 25mQatar Airways
Sun 1/1212:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops44h 04mQatar Airways
Deal found 11/20$3,083
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/179:50 amOAK - JNB
2 stops37h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/2212:45 pmJNB - OAK
3 stops44h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$3,214

Find flights from Oakland to South Africa within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to South Africa 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 1/30

9:29 am-3:35 pm

2 stops44h 06m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

12:45 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops43h 54m

$1,244

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 1/30

2:36 pm-7:30 am

2 stops54h 54m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/9

9:15 pm-10:39 pm

2 stops35h 24m

$1,307

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Sat 1/18

5:35 am-7:00 pm

2 stops27h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/25

7:45 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops30h 41m

$1,393

OaklandCape Town

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Tue 4/22

2:35 pm-11:00 am

2 stops35h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/6

6:40 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops37h 58m

$1,615

OaklandCape Town

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 4/20

6:30 am-10:50 am

2 stops43h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/4

1:00 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops43h 38m

$1,753

OaklandCape Town

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 3/30

9:25 am-10:50 am

2 stops40h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/23

7:15 pm-11:38 pm

2 stops37h 23m

$1,911

OaklandCape Town

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Wed 12/11

6:00 am-6:30 am

2 stops38h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 12/23

11:59 pm-11:13 pm

2 stops57h 14m

$2,071

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Tue 12/17

9:50 am-9:45 am

2 stops37h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/22

12:45 pm-11:35 pm

3 stops44h 50m

$3,214

OaklandJohannesburg

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Thu 5/15

1:10 pm-9:50 am

2 stops35h 40m

$1,096

OaklandCape Town

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Tue 12/24

6:00 am-5:25 pm

2 stops49h 25m

$1,481

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to South Africa

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Oakland, California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 OAK to ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to South Africa. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Oakland, California to South Africa as you normally would.

Rainfall in South Africa by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in South Africa by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways, British Airways and Delta from Oakland to South Africa by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,832 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

British Airways
6.7
Okay
6,837 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

This was a flight operated by Virgin Atlantic in their Upper Class cabin. Overall, an outstanding experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to South Africa. 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 from for flights from Oakland to South Africa?

    If you book a flight to South Africa from Oakland, you will be flying from Oakland, which is the city’s only airport. Oakland (OAK) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Oakland.

  • What are the most popular routes from Oakland, California to South Africa?

    The most popular route from Oakland, California to South Africa is Oakland - Johannesburg OR Tambo. You may also consider Oakland - Cape Town Intl or Oakland - Phalaborwa.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to South Africa?

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa (average of $1,183). Flying from Oakland, California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,694). 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 airline flying from Oakland to South Africa

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,223Average$1,330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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