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Cheap flights from Oakland (OAK) to South Africa from $1,200

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 10/28. 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.
OAK — JNB
Jun 2 — Jun 91
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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 35 days early can save you up to 33% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 35 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Oakland, California to South Africa for as little as $1,457 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 $1,492. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of January for as cheap as $1,058. 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 Delta flights from Oakland to South Africa

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta 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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Delta flights we've found from Oakland to South Africa. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Tue 6/2510:55 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mDelta
Thu 7/259:55 pmJNB - OAK
1 stop32h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/27$3,795
Tue 6/2510:55 pmOAK - JNB
1 stop35h 05mDelta
Thu 7/259:55 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops27h 12mDelta
Deal found 5/27$3,999
Wed 6/265:50 amOAK - JNB
2 stops28h 10mDelta
Wed 7/249:55 pmJNB - OAK
1 stop32h 36mDelta
Deal found 5/28$4,181

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 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 10/286:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 11/1112:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,200
Fri 10/256:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops49h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 11/86:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,248
Fri 11/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 11/2012:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,254
Sat 9/1410:27 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Tue 10/11:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops40h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,269
Sun 9/226:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 10/61:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 48mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,330
Fri 11/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops37h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 11/121:40 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,334
Sat 11/910:06 amOAK - CPT
2 stops38h 24mQatar Airways
Wed 11/206:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,353
Mon 9/26:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/161:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,366
Thu 8/296:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 9/121:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,436

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 2,696,634 searches. Prices were last updated on May 28, 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.
Mon 6/176:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 7/11:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,846
Tue 6/256:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Tue 7/28:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$2,027
Wed 6/266:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 7/241:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$2,052
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops49h 10mQatar Airways
Thu 7/48:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops36h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$2,060
Mon 6/246:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops42h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 7/251:35 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$2,077
Thu 5/305:50 amOAK - JNB
2 stops41h 50mDelta
Sun 6/26:50 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops38h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/27$2,108
Mon 6/176:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 6/241:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 37mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$2,110
Sun 6/236:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 7/141:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$2,125
Thu 6/276:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 7/111:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$2,149

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 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.
Wed 8/286:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 9/111:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,200
Fri 11/86:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops48h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 11/176:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,225
Sun 10/276:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 11/1012:35 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops45h 13mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,246
Fri 10/256:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops49h 55mQatar Airways
Fri 11/86:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,248
Sat 9/1410:27 amOAK - CPT
2 stops39h 23mQatar Airways
Tue 10/11:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops40h 44mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,269
Sun 8/256:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 9/81:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/26$1,330
Fri 11/16:00 amOAK - JNB
2 stops37h 00mQatar Airways
Tue 11/121:40 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops44h 08mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$1,334
Sat 11/166:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops42h 30mQatar Airways
Sun 11/246:25 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops39h 21mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/27$1,353
Mon 9/26:00 amOAK - CPT
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 9/161:00 pmCPT - OAK
2 stops43h 52mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 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 6/410:40 amOAK - JNB
2 stops44h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 6/158:15 pmJNB - OAK
2 stops32h 22mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/28$11,235

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 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.
Wed 7/102:40 pmOAK - JNB
2 stops31h 35mBritish Airways
Deal found 5/28$11,672

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 2,696,634 searches. Data last updated May 28, 2024.

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OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Mon 10/28

2 stops43h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/11

2 stops45h 13m

$1,200

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Fri 10/25

2 stops49h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 11/8

2 stops39h 23m

$1,248

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Fri 11/8

2 stops48h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/20

2 stops45h 13m

$1,254

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 9/14

2 stops39h 23m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/1

2 stops40h 44m

$1,269

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sun 9/22

2 stops43h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/6

2 stops43h 48m

$1,330

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Fri 11/1

2 stops37h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/12

2 stops44h 08m

$1,334

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Fri 11/8

2 stops44h 49m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/20

3 stops38h 19m

$1,614

OaklandCape Town Intl

OAK - CPT

OAKCPT

Oakland

Sat 11/9

2 stops42h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 11/20

3 stops38h 19m

$1,747

OaklandJohannesburg OR Tambo

OAK - JNB

OAKJNB

Oakland

Tue 6/25

1 stop35h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/25

1 stop32h 36m

$3,795

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Deals found on 5/27

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to South Africa

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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 28, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Qatar Airways 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
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

Qatar Airways
7.7
Good
4,342 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

British Airways
6.8
Okay
6,766 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
10,476 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Food

7.4

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

Bad experience with the staff boarding the gate. I couldn’t board with my carry on, personal item and a funny bag. I had to put my passport inside my pockets and put the funny bag inside the personal item. Then after passing the staff pull out everything again.

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 $1,554.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Oakland, California to South Africa for under $11,300?

    There are currently 1+ open flights from Oakland, California to South Africa within the next 7 days for less than $11,300.

  • 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 - Phalaborwa.

  • 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), East London Airport (ELS).

  • 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 5/28.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to South Africa (average of $1,191). Flying from Oakland, California to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,764). 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 Oakland to South Africa

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