New York to Oakland (JFK–OAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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New York to Oakland
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,570 mi 5h 40m nonstop -3h behind 47 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between JFK and OAK, connecting options are available through 47 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for JFK to OAK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
47
Hubs
~7h
Fastest
~36h
Longest
TEB ~7h 19m PHL ~7h 35m FRG ~7h 46m MEM ~7h 48m SUN ~7h 50m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,190
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
JFK → OAK
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Arriving
80%
Return
OAK → JFK
67%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
67%
Arriving
80%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. JFK delays → OAK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Oakland from New York

Nearby airports with service to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
Metric JFK→OAK TEB→OAK
Distance from JFK – 21 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 2
Weekly flights 1 2
Flight time 5h 40m 5h 16m
Departure OTP 100% –
Teterboro (TEB) to Oakland flights
Airports within 200 miles of JFK with service to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Oakland is 3 hours behind New York.
JFK: EDT · OAK: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in New York, it's 3:00 PM in Oakland.
Distance & Flight Time
2,570 mi / 4,135 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 40m.
Getting to JFK

The AirTrain connects JFK to the NYC subway and Long Island Rail Road at Jamaica Station (Howard Beach is the other connection point). Subway fare plus AirTrain totals $9.25 from midtown Manhattan; allow 60–75 minutes. LIRR from Penn Station takes 25–30 minutes to Jamaica, then 8–10 minutes on AirTrain; total fare around $10–15 depending on time of day.Taxis from Manhattan to JFK are a flat rate of $70 plus tolls and tip ($85–95 all-in). Ride-shares cost $45–80 depending on traffic and time of day. A dedicated express rail (JFK Connect) has been proposed but does not exist yet.

Facts

JFK–OAK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the New York to Oakland route.
Route details
Distance2,570 mi / 4,135 km
Flight time5h 40m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections47 hubs
Origin: JFK
Full nameJohn F. Kennedy International Airport
IATA / ICAOJFK / KJFK
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr63.3M
Elevation13 ft / 4 m
Destination: OAK
Full nameSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about JFK to OAK flights.
Nonstop flights from John F. Kennedy International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport take approximately 5h 40m. The route covers 2,570 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from JFK to OAK.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through TEB, PHL, FRG, MEM, SUN, PVD, BTV, RFD, SMF, EGE, VNY, BZN, PWM, BOS, DFW, DAL, YVR, SFO, GEG, BNA, ATL, OPF, MCO, FLL, PBI, MIA, PVR, SJD, CLT, SNA, SEA, IAD, LAS, LAX, SLC, PDX, CMN, SAL, PHX, AUS, MEX, SAN, DEN, NRT, PSP, HND and HNL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Oakland is 3 hours behind New York.
Nearby alternatives include TEB. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from JFK to OAK

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

JFK to OAK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from JFK to OAK ranges from 5 hours 40 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,570 miles (4,135 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 7 hours via TEB. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Teterboro (TEB).