Guadalajara to Oakland (GDL–OAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
GDL–OAK is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Volaris and Viva lead the route. The flight covers 1,641 miles in approximately 3h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Y4 Volaris Also: F9 | 20 | 32N, A20N, A21N | 3h55 | – | – | F9 |
| VB Viva | 0 | – | – | – | – | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Oakland from Guadalajara
| Metric | GDL→OAK | BJX→OAK | PVR→OAK |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from GDL | – | 123 mi | 126 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 2 | 2 | 1 |
| Weekly flights | 34 | 8 | – |
| Flight time | 3h 55m | 4h | 4h |
Travel Essentials
GDL: CST · OAK: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Guadalajara, it's 5:00 PM in Oakland.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
GDL–OAK Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from GDL to OAK
Guadalajara International Airport (GDL) and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) are connected by nonstop service from Volaris and Viva. With 34 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
GDL to OAK Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from GDL to OAK is about 3 hours 55 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,641 miles (2,641 km). There are approximately 34 weekly flights outbound and 28 return, totaling 62 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Harry Reid, Ontario and Phoenix Sky Harbor. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Silao (BJX), Puerto Vallarta (PVR) and Morelia (MLM).