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Cheap flights Oakland — Chicago

from $155 2 972 km ~4h 3 flights found 1 airlines cheapest on Friday
How many travellers?
Adults
12+ years
1
Children
2–11 years
0
Infants
under 2
0
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Cheapest: $155 on 27.11.2026
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Cheapest flights found
27 Nov 2026, Fri
Southwest Airlines WN 2227
10:55
OAK Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
14:55
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
4h Direct
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15 Nov 2026, Sun
Southwest Airlines WN 3220
10:50
OAK Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
14:55
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
4h 5m Direct
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Route characteristics
Distance
2 972 km
Flight time
4h
Time difference
+2h
Minimum price
from $155 (27.11.2026)
Average price
$232
Maximum price
$270
Cheapest day
Friday
Departure airports (1)
OAK Metropolitan Oakland International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
Airlines (1)
WN Southwest Airlines
Agencies (2)
Tickets Farera
Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 1
Southwest Airlines
Southwest Airlines
Low-cost 3 flights · 3 days
$155
Where to buy tickets 2
Tickets
1 tickets · 1 days
from $155
Farera
2 tickets · 2 days
from $270
Airports

From — Oakland (1)

  • OAK Metropolitan Oakland International Airport

To — Chicago (1)

  • MDW Chicago Midway International Airport
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Frequently asked questions about the route Oakland — Chicago
How long is the flight from Oakland to Chicago?
Approximate flight time — 4h. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Oakland to Chicago?
The straight-line distance — 2 972 km.
How much do flights from Oakland to Chicago cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $155 on 27.11.2026.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $232. Range: $155 — $270.
What is the time difference between Oakland and Chicago?
The difference — +2h.
From which airports does Oakland operate flights?
From Oakland: OAK (Metropolitan Oakland International Airport).
To which airports in Chicago do flights arrive?
To Chicago: MDW (Chicago Midway International Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 1 airline: Southwest Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $155. Total direct flights found: 2.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Friday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Oakland — Chicago

Flights Oakland — Chicago is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 2 972 km. Flight time 4h. Time difference +2h.

From Oakland (OAK) flights depart from 1 airport: OAK. To Chicago (MDW) — 1 arrival airport: MDW.

1 airline operate on this route: Southwest Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $155 (27.11.2026). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $232, ranging from $155 to $270. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Friday.

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