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July 15 - July 29

Cheapest

PDX - Oakland

$153

$90

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July 14 - July 15

Best

PDX - Oakland

$172

$91

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July 14 - July 28

PDX - Oakland

$153

$104

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July 15 - July 22

PDX - Oakland

$167

$109

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July 21 - July 22

PDX - Oakland

$167

$109

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July 8 - July 15

Earliest

PDX - Oakland

$170

$109

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July 14 - July 21

PDX - Oakland

$167

$109

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July 21 - July 28

PDX - Oakland

$163

$109

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July 22 - July 29

PDX - Oakland

$163

$109

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July 15 - July 21

PDX - Oakland

$167

$109

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Insights for flights from Portland to Oakland

For cheap flights from Portland to Oakland, 30% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Right now, fares are above the typical level for this route. Prices typically range from $139–$464, with a median of $291. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland to Oakland? The data indicates that October and December are typically the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $116. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $117. Planning your trip during these months could result in significant savings.

A typical journey from Portland to Oakland takes about 9h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 31.8% of recent fares were for direct flights from Portland to Oakland, so connecting flights are common.

The distance between Portland and Oakland is approximately 875 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Oakland

Regular price: $127 - $273

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Oakland is $127 to $273. The current lowest deal is $90 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Jul 15-Jul 29.

now $90

Low $127

High $273

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Oakland

Flights from Portland to Oakland are cheapest in October, with a median price of $116. The most expensive month to fly is June, with a median price of $421. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

October

Cheapest

Flights from $116

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $421

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Direct flights from Portland to Oakland

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Oakland

Tue, Jun 30

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$329

$182

One-way

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$185

$147

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$181

$137

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$315

$168

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

Southwest Airlines

$181

$123

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$293

$125

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Portland to Oakland

6 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 18

$383 → $147

62%

6 nights

Aug 27 - Sep 2

$390 → $169

57%

3 nights

Oct 13 - Oct 16

$398 → $192

52%

4 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 9

$403 → $198

51%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Oakland

Portland - Oakland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Portland to Oakland are below the typical level, with deals as low as $90.

📅 Best time to fly

October is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, October is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Oakland, with a median price of $116.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 0m

The typical flight duration from Portland to Oakland is 9h 0m, covering a distance of 875 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

About 31.8% of recent deals are direct, with connecting flights having a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has offered direct flights on this route, with a recent deal for $90.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Portland to Oakland are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a good option for flights from Portland to Oakland.

📍 ~10 km from Portland (reachable by car or public transport)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Oakland main airports to arrive at

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Portland to Oakland.

📍 ~10 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$90

Airports nearby Oakland used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a primary international hub for the region, directly accessible via BART public transit.

📍 ~25 km from Oakland (reachable by car, public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$118

San Jose International (SJC)

San Jose International is a major domestic hub and a reliable alternative for South Bay and East Bay travelers.

📍 ~55 km from Oakland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Sacramento International (SMF)

Sacramento International is a full-service major airport, offering an alternative for northern or eastern East Bay travelers.

📍 ~125 km from Oakland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$138

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County (STS)

Charles M. Schulz–Sonoma County is convenient for North Bay access, providing a stress-free small-airport experience.

📍 ~90 km from Oakland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$218

Monterey Regional (MRY)

Monterey Regional is a regional alternative for southern Bay Area travel, helping avoid major metropolitan congestion.

📍 ~125 km from Oakland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$317

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Oakland

Historically, the best time to book flights from Portland to Oakland is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $349. Booking within 14-27 days of departure typically sees an average price of $421. For travelers booking at the last minute, within 0-6 days of departure, the average price rises significantly to $641. Planning ahead can lead to considerable savings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Portland to Oakland is considered to be $139. The median price for this route was $291. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed at $464 or less. This threshold of $139 represents a competitive fare for the route.

Historically, October and December have offered the cheapest flights from Portland to Oakland, both with a median price of $116. April also shows a competitive median price of $117. The annual median price for this route is $291, indicating that these months provide significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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