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$224+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Richmond (OAK - RIC)

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OAK — RIC
Jan 14 — Jan 211
Wed 1/14
Wed 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Richmond

Cheapest flights from Oakland to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/195:25 amOAK - RIC
1 stop8h 25mSouthwest
Sun 1/46:10 amRIC - OAK
2 stops15h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/14$873
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/245:53 amOAK - RIC
2 stops11h 31mDelta
Sat 1/312:30 pmRIC - OAK
2 stops12h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/14$1,840
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/235:53 amOAK - RIC
2 stops11h 31mDelta
Fri 12/264:32 pmRIC - OAK
2 stops10h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/15$1,900
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
Tue 12/305:53 amOAK - RIC
2 stops9h 43mDelta
Sat 1/312:30 pmRIC - OAK
2 stops12h 15mDelta
Deal found 12/15$2,029

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Richmond (RIC). 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 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$353
(Southwest)

One-way from

$224
(Southwest)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$595
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 30% potential increase in price ($243 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 14% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Richmond that are best for you.

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Price

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Sat 2/14

7:10 pm-10:55 am

2 stops12h 45m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 2/28

12:05 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop13h 40m

$353

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Thu 1/1

8:20 am-10:20 pm

2 stops11h 00m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 1/5

1:05 pm-8:25 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$529

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Fri 2/6

5:00 pm-11:24 am

2 stops15h 24m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Mon 2/9

12:04 pm-11:53 pm

2 stops14h 49m

$648

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Mon 1/5

5:55 am-10:18 pm

2 stops13h 23m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 1/8

12:04 pm-10:53 pm

2 stops13h 49m

$809

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Tue 12/30

5:53 am-6:36 pm

2 stops9h 43m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 1/3

12:30 pm-9:45 pm

2 stops12h 15m

$2,029

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Thu 4/2

6:10 am-6:45 pm

1 stop9h 35m

$224

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Sat 3/14

5:40 am-5:30 pm

1 stop8h 50m

$244

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Sun 1/11

4:54 pm-11:24 am

2 stops15h 30m

$295

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Fri 4/3

5:45 am-3:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$295

OaklandRichmond

OAK - RIC

OAKRIC

Oakland

Wed 12/31

5:53 am-12:03 am

2 stops15h 10m

$324

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Compare providers for flights from Oakland to Richmond

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 Oakland to Richmond in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Oakland, California-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Richmond 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 Oakland, California-Richmond 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 Oakland to Richmond

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from Oakland, California to Richmond in November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 OAK to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 15, 2025.

When flying from Oakland, California to Richmond, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 45% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. 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 Richmond. Reviews last updated December 15, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and Delta from Oakland to Richmond to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,008 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Oakland, California to Richmond in 12h 45m. Fly via Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Oakland, California and Richmond is about 2432 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Oakland, California to Richmond is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $296 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Southwest, starting at $336. Users have found that Delta is 45% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Richmond (average of $91). Flying from Oakland, California to Richmond in November is currently the most expensive (average of $236). 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 2 airlines flying from Oakland to Richmond

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Richmond. 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 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$296Average$361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$336Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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