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$134+ Cheap flights from Boston to Oakland, CA (BOS - OAK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BOS — OAK
Jan 8 — Jan 151
Thu 1/8
Thu 1/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Boston Logan Intl to Oakland are usually found in September or October, booked 33 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Cheapest flights from Boston to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Boston to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 9, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:10 amBOS - OAK
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Tue 1/612:38 pmOAK - BOS
1 stop8h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/7$497
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/245:00 pmBOS - OAK
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Tue 1/612:30 pmOAK - BOS
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/8$516
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/207:55 pmBOS - OAK
1 stop8h 35mSouthwest
Thu 12/259:00 amOAK - BOS
1 stop10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/9$523
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/129:00 amBOS - OAK
1 stop17h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sun 12/147:59 pmOAK - BOS
1 stop16h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/7$531
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/176:10 amBOS - OAK
1 stop8h 40mDelta
Fri 12/195:55 amOAK - BOS
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Deal found 12/7$532
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/126:46 pmBOS - OAK
1 stop8h 22mDelta
Sun 12/144:50 pmOAK - BOS
2 stops14h 20mDelta
Deal found 12/7$537
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/134:40 pmBOS - OAK
1 stop19h 06mAlaska Airlines
Sun 1/48:32 pmOAK - BOS
1 stop30h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/8$539
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/311:35 pmBOS - OAK
2 stops11h 10mSouthwest
Sun 1/47:25 pmOAK - BOS
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/7$547
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/137:00 amBOS - OAK
1 stop9h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/69:35 amOAK - BOS
2 stops11h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$550

Find flight deals from Boston to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Boston (BOS) to Oakland (OAK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$267
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$134
(Southwest)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$598
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Boston to Oakland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Boston to Oakland that are best for you.

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BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/28

7:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Oakland

Wed 2/4

10:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$267

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 1/30

5:20 pm-9:46 am

1 stop19h 26m

Oakland

Sun 2/1

10:30 am-3:20 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$292

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Fri 1/9

5:35 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Oakland

Sun 1/11

4:54 pm-6:05 am

1 stop10h 11m

$297

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/28

4:25 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 28m

Oakland

Wed 2/4

5:55 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$302

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Wed 1/14

4:25 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Oakland

Wed 1/21

5:55 am-7:30 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$302

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 2/3

7:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Oakland

Sun 2/8

10:30 am-11:54 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$345

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Mon 1/5

6:20 pm-12:10 am

1 stop8h 50m

Oakland

Wed 1/7

9:30 am-10:05 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$362

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Thu 4/30

5:15 am-12:25 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Oakland

Fri 5/1

11:55 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop11h 50m

$364

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Sat 1/10

2:50 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops10h 45m

Oakland

Thu 1/15

10:40 am-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$378

BostonOakland

BOS - OAK

BOSOAK

Boston Logan Intl

Tue 1/20

7:00 am-4:23 pm

1 stop12h 23m

Oakland

Wed 1/28

11:08 am-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$380

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Boston to Oakland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Boston-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Boston-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Boston-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Boston-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Boston to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Boston to Oakland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Boston to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Boston to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Boston to Oakland, California is 33 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Boston to Oakland, California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Oakland, California (average of $103). Flying from Boston to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $179). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BOS to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Boston to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 9, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Boston to Oakland, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Boston to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Boston to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Boston to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated December 9, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Boston to Oakland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,419 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,419 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,419 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,419 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,419 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Boston to Oakland, California?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Boston to Oakland, California in about 8h 18m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 05m. The distance between Boston and Oakland, California is about 2685 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Boston to Oakland, California round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($158), Alaska Airlines ($261), and Southwest ($312) offers the cheapest pricing from Boston to Oakland, California. Delta is 66% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Boston to Oakland, California are JetBlue ($98), Alaska Airlines ($112), and Southwest ($139).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Boston to Oakland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Boston to Oakland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Boston to Oakland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Boston to Oakland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Boston to Oakland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Boston to Oakland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Boston to Oakland, California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Boston to Oakland, California (average of $103). Flying from Boston to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $179). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Boston to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Boston to Oakland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 9, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$171Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$261Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$312Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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