Are there direct flights from Portland to Oakland?

Yes, direct flights are available from Portland to Oakland. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 24.3% of all flights on this route were direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stops.

How many hours is the flight from Portland to Oakland?

The typical direct flight from Portland to Oakland has a duration of 1 hour and 49 minutes, covering a distance of 875 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally take longer, with a median duration of 5 hours and 53 minutes. Travelers can expect varying flight times depending on the number of connections.

How often do Portland to Oakland flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Portland to Oakland route experience frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find deals on this particular route. Price fluctuations are common, making it a route where deals appear regularly.

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2026-10-14 – 2026-10-19
PDX - Oakland
77% AI deal score
$196
$116
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$116
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$199
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Portland to Oakland: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Oakland

Right now, fares for flights from Portland to Oakland are above the typical level. Over the past 90 days, 11% of observed fares were classified as a good price. If you are looking for cheap flights from Portland to Oakland, you'll find prices typically range from $197–$526, with a median of $316.

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 median fares of $116. April also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $117.

A typical journey from Portland to Oakland takes about 9h 0m, including connections. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. Only 24.3% of recent fares were for direct flights from Portland to Oakland.

The route from Portland to Oakland covers a distance of 875 km, making it a short-haul flight. New deals for this route appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for travelers to find suitable fares.

How much is a round trip from Portland to Oakland

Regular price: $141 - $307

Prices for flights from Portland to Oakland are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Oakland is $141 to $307. The current lowest deal is $116 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 14-Oct 19.

now $116

Low $141

High $307

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Oakland

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

October

Cheapest

Flights from $116

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $421

Jan

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Direct flights from Portland to Oakland

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Last-minute flights going from Portland to Oakland

Sat, Sep 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

Frontier Airlines

$448

$308

One-way

Sat, Oct 3

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$204

$117

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$201

$137

One-way

Mon, Oct 5

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$201

$137

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

$200

$117

One-way

Tue, Oct 6

⌛ Last-Minute

PDX - Oakland

Portland (PDX) - Oakland (OAK)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$200

$132

One-way

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

5 nights

Oct 1 - Oct 6

$351 → $127

64%

7 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 17

$339 → $127

63%

1 night

Oct 3 - Oct 4

$358 → $159

56%

3 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 18

$356 → $158

56%

Popular Airports to fly from Portland to Oakland

Portland - Oakland route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Portland to Oakland are above the typical level, with a median price of $316.

📅 Best time to fly

October, December, and April offer the lowest median prices

Historically, October, December, and April offer the lowest median prices for flights at $116 and $117.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 0m

The median flight duration from Portland to Oakland is 9 hours, indicating a short-haul route.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Alaska Airlines offers direct flights

Alaska Airlines, Inc. has direct flights available for this route, with connecting flights also common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Alaska Airlines has a deal for $116

Alaska Airlines, Inc. offers a deal for $116 from October 14 to October 19.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Portland to Oakland are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Portland main airports to depart from

Portland International (PDX)

Cheapest

Portland International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights from Portland to Oakland.

📍 ~10 km from Portland (reachable by car, bus, or train)

💸 Flights from ~$113

Oakland main airports to arrive at

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a convenient arrival airport for travelers heading to Oakland and the East Bay.

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

💸 Flights from ~$108

Airports nearby Oakland used as alternative

San Francisco International (SFO)

Cheapest

San Francisco International is a major international hub with extensive flight options, despite potential weather delays.

📍 ~18 km from Oakland (reachable by car or BART)

💸 Flights from ~$104

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Oakland

$297

Save $225

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Oakland

Historically, the best time to book flights from Portland to Oakland is 60+ days before departure. Prices in this window typically average around $349. Booking closer to the travel date, such as 0-6 days out, can see average prices rise 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 $197 or less. The median price for this route during the same 90-day period was $316. Prices can vary, with 75% of prices observed being $526 or less.

Historically, October and December have offered the cheapest flights from Portland to Oakland, with a median price of $116 in both months. April also shows competitive pricing, with a median of $117. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $316 for this route.

Portland to Oakland: Overview

Insights for flights from Portland to Oakland

How much is a round trip from Portland to Oakland

Regular price: $141 - $307

Prices for flights from Portland to Oakland are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Portland to Oakland is $141 to $307. The current lowest deal is $116 with Alaska Airlines, Inc. for travel from Oct 14-Oct 19.

now $116

Low $141

High $307

The cheapest time to fly from Portland to Oakland

October

Cheapest

Flights from $116

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $421

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec