Oakland to Long Beach flights
Direct and connecting flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Long Beach /Daugherty Field/ Airport (LGB) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Oakland to Long Beach take?
Flight time from Oakland (OAK) to Long Beach (LGB) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Oakland to Long Beach?
Airline availability for OAK to LGB changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Oakland to Long Beach?
Direct (nonstop) availability on OAK to LGB varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- Southwest Airlines40
- JetBlue Airways40
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Airlines | 3 sightings | No recorded events |
| JetBlue Airways | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning OAK → LGB
OAK to LGB is a short-haul route of 568 km (353 mi). See the return LGB → OAK route.
Alternative airports near Oakland: Hayward (HWD) — 11 km, Alameda (NGZ) — 12 km, San Francisco (SFO) — 18 km.
Alternative airports near Long Beach: Fullerton (FUL) — 17 km, Torrance (TOA) — 18 km, Hawthorne (HHR) — 21 km.