Oakland to Hangzhou (OAK–HGH) — 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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 1 hub
ORD Chicago ~22h 3m Chicago (ORD) to Hangzhou flights
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Oakland to Hangzhou
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+15h ahead

While no nonstop service exists between OAK and HGH, 1-stop connecting options are available.

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for OAK to HGH.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~22h
Fastest
~22h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
48
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
OAK → HGH
72%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
72%
Return
HGH → OAK
93%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
93%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OAK delays →

Other ways to reach Hangzhou from Oakland

Nearby airports with service to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.
Metric OAK→HGH SJC→HGH
Distance from OAK 29 mi
Nonstop airlines 1
Weekly flights
Departure OTP 72%
Airports within 200 miles of OAK with service to Hangzhou Xiaoshan International Airport.

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+15h
Hangzhou is 15 hours ahead of Oakland.
OAK: PDT · HGH: CST

When it's 6:00 PM in Oakland, it's 9:00 AM (next day) in Hangzhou.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders can enter China visa-free for stays up to 30 days under a temporary policy running through December 31, 2026. This covers tourism, business visits, and transit. No advance application is needed. Passport must be valid for at least 6 months beyond the date of entry.

For stays beyond 30 days, a standard visa from a Chinese embassy or consulate is required before departure. Separate 144-hour and 72-hour visa-free transit programs exist at select airports for travelers continuing to a third country.

Getting from HGH

Metro Line 7 connects the airport to the city. Transfer to Line 1 or Line 2 for most central destinations including the West Lake area; total journey 60–80 minutes (¥7–10). Operating hours: 6am to 11pm.Taxis to the city centre cost ¥70–110 (metered). DiDi ride-hailing is cheaper and convenient. Airport shuttle coaches (¥20–30) run fixed routes to major hotels. Car rental is available at the terminal. Hangzhou is a 45-minute high-speed train from Shanghai Hongqiao if connecting overland.

Hangzhou Climate

Humid subtropical climate. Summers are hot and extremely humid (30–38°C) with heavy monsoon rainfall June through September. Thunderstorms and the Meiyu (plum rain) season in June cause regular delays. Typhoons from the South China Sea occasionally affect the region in August–September.

Winters are cold but rarely severe (0–8°C) with occasional frost and light snow. Spring (April–May) is rainy and foggy, which can reduce runway visibility. October and November are the most pleasant and reliable for travel.

OAK–HGH Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Oakland to Hangzhou route.
Route details
Time difference+15 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: OAK
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: HGH
IATA / ICAOHGH / ZSHC
TimezoneAsia/Shanghai
Passengers/yr48.0M
Elevation23 ft / 7 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about OAK to HGH flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time.
Hangzhou is 15 hours ahead of Oakland.
Nearby alternatives include SJC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
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.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include San Jose (SJC).