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Airfares from $69 One Way, $121 Round Trip from Seattle to Oakland

Prices starting at $121 for return flights and $69 for one-way flights to Oakland were the cheapest prices found within the past 7 days, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

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Route Information for Flights from Seattle to Oakland

Origin Airport IATA Code
SEA
Destination Airport IATA Code
SJC
Distance
679 mi
Direct Flight Airlines
Condor, JAL, Icelandair, Fiji Airways, Delta Air Lines, Swiss, Air New Zealand, United Airlines, Qantas, Iberia, Korean Air, WestJet, Singapore Airlines, American Airlines, Qatar Airways, KLM, Air France, China Eastern Airlines, Copa Airlines, Asiana Airlines, Virgin Australia, Alaska Airlines, Avianca, Cathay Pacific, Turkish Airlines, ANA, Air Tahiti Nui, Virgin Atlantic, British Airways
Earliest Flight Arrival
2:59PM UTC
Latest Flight Arrival
6:42AM UTC

Finding Flights from Seattle to Oakland

Seattle Airport

While Seattle is home to several airports, the only one that handles commercial flights is the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport. Also known as Sea-Tac, this airport is responsible for all incoming flights, along with flights from Seattle. Alaska Airlines, Air Canada, Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and US Airways are a few airlines that operate out of this airport. Located in SeaTac, Washington, the airport sits along the intersection of three state routes: 99, 518, and 509. Though the airport has three terminals, only the Concourse Terminal and North Satellite Terminal handle domestic flights. The South Satellite Terminal specializes in international flights. It's just a short drive from the airport to downtown.

Transportation

When you need to reach your hotel quickly, head for the public transportation system, which consists of Sound Transit and Metro Transit. The buses and light rails only cost a few dollars, and you can visit the sales counter at any station to purchase tickets for your trip. The light rail system drops passengers directly at some of the top hotels in the downtown area. Seattle uses a grid system for its roads, which makes finding your hotel easy if you drive. You can use the Orbitz.com sign to look for rental cars from the airport.

Weather

If you visit during the spring, winter, or fall, you need a warm coat and an umbrella. Though the city does not get snow, it does get a high amount of rain during these seasons, and temperatures that can drop below 40 degrees Fahrenheit. The summer is much warmer, with temperatures in the high 70s and less rainfall.

Popular Attractions

Seattle is home to dozens of cultural activities and attractions, including the Seattle International Film Festival, the Henry Art Galley, the Woodland Park Zoo, and the Seattle Underground Tour, which takes you through older parts of the city. When you look for flights from Seattle on Orbitz.com, take a few minutes to look for other low-cost attractions in the city.

Flights to Oakland

If you're looking for cheap flights to Oakland, using Orbitz.com makes it easy to find what you need. The website searches available flights landing at the Oakland International Airport to find you tickets with a low fare.

Oakland International Airport

The Oakland International Airport is located on Airport Drive, approximately 10 miles from downtown Oakland and 25 miles from downtown San Francisco. The airport has hubs for 11 different airlines, including JetBlue, US Airways, Hawaiian Airlines and Delta. When you use Orbitz.com to book your flight, you'll find flight options from all of the airlines. This makes it easy for you to choose the option that fits your travel needs.

Transportation from the Airport

The Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) train services the Oakland International Airport. The fare between the airport and downtown Oakland is $1.75. You can also take the bus from the airport into Oakland. The bus costs $2 for adults and $1 for children. It runs every 15 minutes from 4:56 a.m. to 12:06 a.m. and every hour from 12:35 a.m. to 4:30 a.m. If you want access to your own vehicle, you can reserve a rental car using Orbitz.com.

Weather in Oakland

Oakland has moderate weather. Temperatures range from 44 degrees Fahrenheit to 57 degrees Fahrenheit during the winter months. During the summer, the temperatures range from 55 degrees Fahrenheit to 75 degrees Fahrenheit. The winter months are Oakland's off-peak travel season. If you use Orbitz.com to plan your trip during this time, it will be easy to find cheap flights to Oakland.

Highlights and Attractions

Popular attractions in Oakland include the Oakland Zoo, Old Oakland and the Oakland Museum of California. Orbitz.com does more than book cheap flights to Oakland. You can also use the website to purchase tickets to area attractions.

Frequently asked questions

Are there non-stop flights from Seattle to Oakland?
There sure are. In fact, there are 3 airlines that fly direct from Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA) to San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.). Lock in your ticket with one of these well-known carriers:

  • Alaska Airlines
  • Delta
  • United Airlines

What is the shortest flight from Seattle to Oakland?
If conditions are good and all goes as scheduled, you could be disembarking at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) from Sea-Tac Airport in as little as 2 hours and 4 minutes. With such a brief flight time, consider bringing just hand luggage.
What airlines fly from Seattle to Oakland most frequently?
Alaska Airlines (AS) is one of the carriers with the most flights from Sea-Tac Airport to SFO. It offers 247 services each month on this route. Taking off on a vacation is one of life’s greatest pleasures, and this carrier will get you to your destination quickly and safely. Alternatively, book your favorite aisle (or window) seat with Delta (DL). You’ll have 178 monthly flights between Seattle and Oakland to select from with this airline.
What is the cheapest day of the week to fly?
Consider flying out early in the week to save on your airfare. Orbitz data from 2021 shows that Monday is the cheapest day to depart, followed by Tuesday. Saturday showed the highest average ticket prices likely because many travelers prefer to start their vacation on a weekend.
What is the cheapest month to fly?
We won’t keep you guessing, according to Orbitz data from 2021, the cheapest month to fly is February. Perfect for those who need a weekend getaway, or just a break from it all in the shortest month of the year. Be aware that the most expensive time to fly is during the height of summer in July, and in the holiday month of December.*According to flight demand on Orbitz.com from January to December 2021. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

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