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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to South Africa from $1,071

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OAK — JNB
May 13 — May 201
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How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa?

Users have found that booking a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa at least 48 days early can save you up to 38% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 48 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Oakland, California to South Africa for as little as $1,492 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $1,594 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland, California to South Africa?

January can be a great time to fly to South Africa from Oakland, California with a flight ticket averaging about $1,488. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $1,057. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oakland, California to South Africa (OAK - ZA)?

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.

Cheap British Airways flights from Oakland to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by British Airways for the route between Oakland and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced British Airways flights we've found from Oakland to South Africa. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 8/213:01 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops34h 59mBritish Airways
Tue 9/106:55 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops31h 47mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,491
Tue 8/201:27 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops36h 33mBritish Airways
Fri 8/306:55 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops37h 57mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,623
Tue 7/232:40 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops59h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 7/306:55 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops30h 15mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,872
Sat 8/102:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Mon 8/129:05 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops52h 05mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,947
Tue 5/282:40 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops35h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 6/116:40 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops38h 19mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,951

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Oakland to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Oakland and South Africa. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Qatar Airways flights from Oakland to South Africa. If these deals don't fit your criteria, make sure to check back soon as new deals are always added.
Mon 10/76:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 10/211:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops40h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,200
Mon 11/46:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1812:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,202
Sun 9/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,246
Sat 9/76:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,269
Mon 10/216:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 11/57:50 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,311
Sun 10/136:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 10/279:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,313
Tue 10/16:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 10/101:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,353
Thu 9/266:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 10/61:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,366
Sat 9/76:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 9/211:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/6$1,376

Cheap Oakland to South Africa flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Oakland to South Africa specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Prices were last updated on May 8, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Oakland to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 5/216:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 5/271:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 42mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,626
Sat 5/116:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 5/211:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 24mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,771
Sat 6/154:50 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops57h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/106:55 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/8$1,847
Wed 5/86:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops50h 00mQatar Airways
Wed 5/158:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,022
Tue 6/186:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 6/251:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops39h 02mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,135
Wed 5/2912:55 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops36h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 6/121:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,141
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 7/111:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,149
Wed 6/196:00 amOAK - DUR
3 stops43h 35mQatar Airways
Mon 7/112:05 pmDUR - OAK
3 stops37h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$2,196
Sun 6/306:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/141:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$2,239

Oakland to South Africa 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Oakland and South Africa in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Oakland to South Africa in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Tue 10/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 10/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops40h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,200
Mon 11/46:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1812:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,202
Sun 9/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,246
Fri 11/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 11/146:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,247
Sat 9/76:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/221:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,269
Thu 11/76:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 11/216:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 28mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,271
Mon 10/216:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 11/57:50 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops37h 58mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,311
Sun 10/136:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Sun 10/279:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops35h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,313
Thu 9/266:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 10/61:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,366

Oakland to South Africa flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Oakland to South Africa for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Oakland to South Africa departing last-minute. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Tue 5/146:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Sat 5/251:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 46mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$8,157

One-way flights to South Africa from Oakland

Search for one-way flight options from Oakland to South Africa. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.
Users in need of a one-way flight from Oakland to South Africa can choose from these deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from Oakland to South Africa should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Mon 5/276:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,071
Mon 9/96:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/8$1,105
Thu 5/2310:40 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/7$1,122
Wed 5/296:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops44h 00mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,169
Sun 5/266:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,191
Sat 5/255:50 amOAK - CPT
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/7$1,212
Fri 5/242:40 pmOAK - CPT
2 stops35h 20mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/7$1,516
Thu 5/235:50 amOAK - CPT
2 stops27h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/7$2,512
Fri 7/2610:55 pmOAK - CPT
1 stop33h 55mDelta
Deal found 5/7$3,468

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 2,752,338 searches. Data last updated May 8, 2024.

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OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Mon 10/7

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 10/21

2 stops40h 44m

$1,200

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Mon 11/4

2 stops48h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/18

2 stops45h 13m

$1,202

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 9/8

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/22

2 stops43h 52m

$1,246

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 9/7

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/22

2 stops43h 52m

$1,269

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Mon 8/19

2 stops39h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/8

2 stops40h 02m

$1,445

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 8/25

2 stops59h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/3

2 stops43h 52m

$1,451

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 8/24

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/3

2 stops37h 42m

$1,470

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Wed 8/21

2 stops34h 59m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 9/10

2 stops31h 47m

$1,491

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Mon 7/15

2 stops27h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 8/13

2 stops28h 01m

$1,681

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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 May 8, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with British Airways, Qatar 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
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,428 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,868 reviews
Delta
8.1
Very good
10,789 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.4

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • 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.

  • Can I find flights from Oakland, California to South Africa for under $1,200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Oakland, California to South Africa for under $1,200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just $1,200, but on average you can expect to pay $1,384.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Oakland, California to South Africa for under $8,200?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Oakland, California to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $8,200.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to South Africa one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $1,105. British Airways flights start at $1,169 while deals on Delta start at $1,212 one-way.

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

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

  • What does OAK to JNB mean?

    OAK stands for Oakland Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. While you’re still figuring out your travel plans, it’s not a bad idea to learn the names and codes of other airports around these areas: Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT), Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR), Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), George Airport (GRJ), Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to South Africa that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Oakland to South Africa flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Oakland to South Africa with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Oakland to South Africa flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to South Africa that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Oakland to South Africa offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Oakland to South Africa?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Oakland to South Africa flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Oakland, California to South Africa flight deals updated?

    The Oakland, California to South Africa flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/8.

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Top airline flying from Oakland to South Africa

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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,224Average$1,329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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