Raleigh/Durham to Oakland (RDU–OAK) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Raleigh/Durham to Oakland
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,385 mi 5h 18m nonstop -3h behind 68 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between RDU and OAK, connecting options are available through 68 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for RDU to OAK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
68
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
896
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.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
Oakland is 3 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
RDU: EDT · OAK: PDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Raleigh/Durham, it's 3:00 PM in Oakland.
Distance & Flight Time
2,385 mi / 3,838 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 18m.
Getting to RDU

No rail connection exists. GoTriangle Route 100 (RDU Express) runs from the Durham Station Transportation Center and downtown Raleigh to the airport for $2.25; takes 35–50 minutes but service is limited in the evenings and does not run all night.Ride-shares (Uber/Lyft) from downtown Raleigh: $20–30, 20–25 minutes. From Durham: $18–25, 15–20 minutes. Taxis: $30–40. Long-term parking from $7/day in Economy lots with shuttle service. I-40 provides direct access to both Raleigh and Durham.

Facts

RDU–OAK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Raleigh/Durham to Oakland route.
Route details
Distance2,385 mi / 3,838 km
Flight time5h 18m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections68 hubs
Origin: RDU
Full nameRaleigh-Durham International Airport
IATA / ICAORDU / KRDU
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
Passengers/yr15.2M
Elevation435 ft / 133 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 RDU to OAK flights.
Nonstop flights from Raleigh-Durham International Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport take approximately 5h 18m. The route covers 2,385 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through RNO, OKC, APA, LIT, ASE, TYS, SAF, AGS, PDX, NUQ, PSP, BJC, MRY, VNY, BZN, PDK, DFW, SDF, MEM, IND, CLD, SMF, BFI, BNA, ATL, MSP, ACY, CLL, CLT, TEB, JAX, YOW, IAD, PVD, VRB, IAH, YYZ, PHL, HPN, MSY, FRG, BTV, BDL, MCO, LGA, OPF, YVR, FLL, JFK, PBI, MIA, PWM, BOS, MDW, KOA, DAL, SLC, AUS, LAS, SEA, SFO, PHX, LAX, SNA, DEN, HOU, SAN and MEX. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Oakland is 3 hours behind Raleigh/Durham.
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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 RDU to OAK

Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU) and San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

RDU to OAK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from RDU to OAK ranges from 5 hours 18 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,385 miles (3,838 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

68 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via RNO. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.