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Flight time from San Francisco to Oakland

Estimated duration, distance and time difference for the SFO → OAK route.

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Oakland?

The direct flight from San Francisco to Oakland takes about 0h 31m, covering roughly 18 km. This is an average nonstop estimate; flights with a stop take longer depending on the layover.

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Flight duration
0h 31m
Distance
18 km
Time difference
No difference
San Francisco
SFO
UTC-8
0h 31m
Oakland
OAK
UTC-8

If you depart at…

Departure (San Francisco)Arrival (Oakland)
6:00 AM6:31 AM
9:00 AM9:31 AM
12:00 PM12:31 PM
3:00 PM3:31 PM
6:00 PM6:31 PM
9:00 PM9:31 PM

Note

The estimated duration is a mathematical calculation for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed of 850 km/h and is outside our control. Actual flight time varies with the airline, the routing, weather and the jet stream. Check with the airline for the exact duration.

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Frequently asked questions

How long is the flight from San Francisco to Oakland?
The direct flight from San Francisco to Oakland takes about 0h 31m over a distance of roughly 18 km. This is an estimate for a nonstop flight at an average cruise speed; itineraries with a connection take longer depending on the layover.
What is the distance between San Francisco and Oakland?
The approximate straight-line distance between San Francisco and Oakland is about 18 km. This great-circle distance is what we use to estimate the nonstop flight duration.
What is the time difference between San Francisco and Oakland?
San Francisco and Oakland are in the same time zone. The offset is already reflected in the local arrival times in the table above.