How long does it take to fly to Oakland, California?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Oakland, California, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 43m and 5h 45m, respectively.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Oakland, California?

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 60% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $678.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 40m.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California on average per week?

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. and Oakland, California is 10 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 30% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What airlines fly to Oakland, California?

United Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Oakland, California from Washington, D.C. according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 61% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Oakland, California. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Oakland, California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Las Vegas (LAS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 55m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Oakland?

Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Oakland

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?

Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?

There are 3 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport as of August 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Oakland Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Oakland Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California?

The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Washington, D.C., with most prices found around $382. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of February, then flying in October is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $396.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?

According to our data, Tuesday is the cheapest day to fly to Oakland, California from Washington, D.C.. The lowest ticket price found for a Tuesday departure recently was $396. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California for around $607.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?

At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California when you can find flight prices for as low as $284. Flying to Oakland, California at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $645.

What is the cheapest Washington, D.C. to Oakland flight route?

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What cabin class options are available on Washington, D.C. to Oakland flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Washington, D.C. to Oakland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best flight deal from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $742

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How far is Washington, D.C. to Oakland by plane?
The straight-line distance from Washington, D.C. to Oakland is 2424.9 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 7h 15m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?
Prices for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?
There are 3 operators available for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport as of August 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Washington, D.C. to Oakland Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Oakland Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Oakland Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
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Based on momondo bookings for flights between Washington, D.C. and Oakland, California, the leading plane model is Boeing 737 MAX 8, making up 40.00% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 777 with 20.00%, Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 10.00%, and Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 10.00%.
What is the most popular airline from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California is Southwest, representing 53% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Alaska Airlines at 17%, Delta at 14%, and Spirit Airlines at 9%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $104	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,029 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
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Delta	PriceFrom $316	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights

Southwest Flights From Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California
Southwest operates around 4 flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $531, but momondo users have found Southwest deals from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California from as low as $281 round-trip. Southwest has been scored 8.0/10 in 4,243 reviews.

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Can stopping save me money on Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flight.

How have Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flights are approximately 8% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Washington, D.C. to Oakland?

Spirit Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Washington, D.C. to Oakland

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Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Washington, D.C. and Oakland, California?

Las Vegas (LAS) was the most common stop: 60% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $678.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Flights connecting via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 40m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Las Vegas (LAS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 0h 55m.

How many flights depart from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California on average per week?

The number of flights available between Washington, D.C. and Oakland, California is 10 per week as of August 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 30% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How long does it take to fly to Oakland, California?

If you’re flying from a popular airport in Washington, D.C., such as Washington, D.C. or Baltimore, and flying into Oakland, California, then you can expect flight times to average 5h 43m and 5h 45m, respectively.

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