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Cheap flights from Buffalo to Oakland (BUF - OAK) from $218

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 8/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
BUF — OAK
Jun 14 — Jun 211
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 June 9, 2024.

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March

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January

Average price

$617

Round-trip from

$268
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Oakland, California?

Flights from Buffalo to Oakland, California are found to be more expensive on Sunday. This shouldn't discourage you from searching as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Oakland, California.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California?

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 53 days in advance to save up to 110% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 53 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $391, or $744 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, September can be a great choice for travel to Oakland, California. Flights to Oakland, California from Buffalo in September are about $396 on average during September, but can be found for as low as $188.

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

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Oakland, California in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 52% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Cheap Buffalo to Oakland flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from Buffalo to Oakland specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Prices were last updated on June 9, 2024.
Fri 6/284:03 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/8$746
Fri 6/285:46 pmBUF - OAK
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/8$821
Fri 6/285:46 pmBUF - OAK
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
2 stops12h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/8$916

Buffalo to Oakland 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Buffalo and Oakland in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Thu 8/812:00 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 27mSun Country Air
Sun 8/1111:50 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop10h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/7$306
Thu 9/263:42 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Sun 9/2910:30 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/9$397
Thu 9/263:42 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 38mDelta
Sun 9/2910:30 pmOAK - BUF
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/9$462
Thu 9/2610:20 amBUF - OAK
2 stops14h 00mDelta
Sun 9/2910:30 pmOAK - BUF
2 stops9h 40mDelta
Deal found 6/9$586
Fri 6/284:03 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/8$746
Fri 6/285:46 pmBUF - OAK
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 21mDelta
Deal found 6/8$821
Fri 6/285:46 pmBUF - OAK
2 stops9h 09mDelta
Sun 7/710:55 pmOAK - BUF
2 stops12h 57mDelta
Deal found 6/8$916
Wed 9/259:00 amBUF - OAK
2 stops10h 08mDelta
Sun 9/2910:30 pmOAK - BUF
1 stop9h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/9$1,707

One-way flights to Oakland from Buffalo

Search for one-way flight options from Buffalo to Oakland. 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.
Sun 8/1112:53 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop12h 49mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/8$218
Thu 6/2711:49 amBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 28mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/7$263
Mon 6/174:03 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/8$279
Mon 6/175:49 pmBUF - OAK
2 stops9h 08mDelta
Deal found 6/8$284
Wed 7/34:03 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 41mDelta
Deal found 6/8$288
Sun 6/3012:42 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop13h 11mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/8$328
Thu 6/274:03 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 42mDelta
Deal found 6/8$338
Mon 7/111:46 amBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 35mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/7$354
Sun 7/283:59 pmBUF - OAK
1 stop8h 32mDelta
Deal found 6/7$399

Find flights from Buffalo to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 3,020,828 searches. Data last updated June 9, 2024.

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$306 - $1,707

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BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Thu 8/8

1 stop8h 27m

Oakland

Sun 8/11

1 stop10h 10m

$306

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Thu 9/26

1 stop8h 38m

Oakland

Sun 9/29

1 stop9h 47m

$397

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Thu 9/26

1 stop8h 38m

Oakland

Sun 9/29

2 stops9h 40m

$462

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Thu 9/26

2 stops14h 00m

Oakland

Sun 9/29

2 stops9h 40m

$586

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Fri 6/28

1 stop8h 42m

Oakland

Sun 7/7

1 stop9h 21m

$746

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Fri 6/28

2 stops9h 09m

Oakland

Sun 7/7

1 stop9h 21m

$821

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Fri 6/28

2 stops9h 09m

Oakland

Sun 7/7

2 stops12h 57m

$916

BuffaloOakland

BUF - OAK

BUFOAK

Buffalo

Wed 9/25

2 stops10h 08m

Oakland

Sun 9/29

1 stop9h 47m

$1,707

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Oakland. Price data was last updated on June 2, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland

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Temperature and rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 June 9, 2024.
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

American Airlines
7.3
Good
14,172 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Sun Country Air
7.2
Good
588 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,310 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Food

7.4

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Crew was nice and courteous. Boarding went smoothly. But we experienced a few minutes of extreme turbulence.

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Buffalo to Oakland, California for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Oakland, California for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Sun Country Air for just $306, but on average you can expect to pay $742.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Buffalo to Oakland, California is Sun Country Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $306 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $397. Users have found that Sun Country Air is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California are Sun Country Air ($218), Delta ($279), and American Airlines ($400).

  • What does BUF to OAK mean?

    BUF stands for Buffalo Airport, while OAK stands for Oakland 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.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Buffalo to Oakland 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 Buffalo to Oakland with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Buffalo to Oakland 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 Buffalo to Oakland that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Buffalo to Oakland 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 Buffalo to Oakland?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Buffalo to Oakland 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 Buffalo to Oakland, California flight deals updated?

    The Buffalo to Oakland, California flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/9.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Oakland, California (average of $168). Flying from Buffalo to Oakland, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $229). 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 airline flying from Buffalo to Oakland

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DeltaCheapest$340Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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