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$99+ Cheap flights from Riverside, CA to Oakland, CA (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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — OAK
May 4 — May 111
Mon 5/4
Mon 5/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Riverside to Oakland
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/296:00 am
LAX
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/292:05 pm
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/287:00 pm
LAX
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Thu 4/306:00 am
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$205
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/165:15 pm
LAX
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Mon 5/187:30 pm
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$213
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 5/229:25 pm
LAX
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Wed 5/275:25 pm
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/3$216
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/2510:50 am
LAX
-
OAK
Nonstop1h 20m
Southwest
Sun 4/267:45 pm
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31$224
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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.
Fri 5/227:50 pm
LAX
-
OAK
1 stop4h 15m
Southwest
Tue 5/265:25 pm
OAK
-
LAX
Nonstop1h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 4/3$226

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Riverside 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 April 4, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Riverside to Oakland that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 5/5

8:15 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Oakland

Fri 5/8

7:30 pm-9:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$216

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Mon 5/11

3:40 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Oakland

Mon 5/18

3:45 pm-8:05 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$223

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 4/28

10:55 am-4:50 pm

2 stops5h 55m

Oakland

Tue 5/5

6:00 am-12:10 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$227

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Fri 5/15

6:10 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Oakland

Sat 5/16

4:15 pm-8:55 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$234
Quickest round-trip

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Fri 5/1

9:25 pm-10:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Oakland

Sun 5/3

7:00 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$235

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Thu 4/30

5:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 35m

Oakland

Thu 5/7

4:35 pm-11:15 pm

2 stops6h 40m

$238

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Sat 4/25

11:05 am-9:45 pm

2 stops10h 40m

Oakland

Sun 4/26

10:05 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$239

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Thu 5/21

6:10 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Oakland

Fri 5/22

6:25 am-12:35 pm

2 stops6h 10m

$239

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Wed 5/20

6:20 am-1:05 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Oakland

Tue 5/26

3:35 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$243

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Fri 6/19

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Oakland

Mon 6/22

2:25 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops5h 55m

$250

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Best time to book a flight from Riverside to Oakland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from Riverside with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Riverside to Oakland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Riverside to Oakland. Price data was last updated on April 2, 2026.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Riverside to Oakland, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Oakland, California (average of $28). Flying from Riverside to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 R1V to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Riverside 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 April 4, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Riverside to Oakland, California in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Riverside to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.

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

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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 April 4, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Alaska Airlines, andDelta from Riverside to Oakland by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Alaska Airlines
7.9
Good
12,169 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,382 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,586 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,001 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,343 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Riverside to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland from Riverside?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Riverside to Oakland. 6 airlines have flights to Oakland from Riverside on a regular basis. Booking flights from Riverside to Oakland should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 2 inbound flights from Riverside per day.

  • How popular is this Riverside to Oakland, California flight route?

    This flight path from Riverside to Oakland was viewed by 16 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    For as low as $212, Southwest can have you in Oakland, California from Riverside in 1h 30m. The distance from Riverside to Oakland, California is about 336 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $38. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Riverside to Oakland, California for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Riverside to Oakland, California?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Riverside to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $252, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $98. The most popular route (Los Angeles - Oakland), is priced around $197.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Riverside 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 Riverside to Oakland, California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Riverside to Oakland, California (average of $28). Flying from Riverside to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $62). 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 6 airlines flying from Riverside to Oakland

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Riverside 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 April 4, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$58Average$196FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$77Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$100Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$114Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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