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$102+ Cheap flights from Baltimore to Oakland, CA (BWI - OAK)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BWI — OAK
Jan 10 — Jan 171
Fri 1/10
Fri 1/17
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Baltimore/Washington to Oakland are usually found in August or April, booked 30 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Baltimore to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Baltimore (BWI) to Oakland (OAK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$205
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One-way from

$102
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$396
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Cheapest flights from Baltimore to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Baltimore to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 5, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 1/2210:37 amBWI - OAK
1 stop13h 58mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/297:02 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop6h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/4$205
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/2010:48 amBWI - OAK
2 stops16h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/265:50 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop14h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4$382
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/3. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/14:50 pmBWI - OAK
Nonstop6h 15mSouthwest
Sun 3/26:00 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/3$413
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/67:15 amBWI - OAK
1 stop8h 15mDelta
Tue 3/115:09 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop9h 50mDelta
Deal found 1/4$429
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/4. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/36:59 pmBWI - OAK
1 stop18h 02mAlaska Airlines
Sun 2/96:32 amOAK - BWI
1 stop8h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/4$446

Find flights from Baltimore to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Baltimore to Oakland that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

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BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/22

10:37 am-9:35 pm

1 stop13h 58m

Oakland

Wed 1/29

7:02 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 58m

$205

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 2/20

10:48 am-12:17 am

2 stops16h 29m

Oakland

Thu 6/26

5:50 pm-11:23 am

1 stop14h 33m

$382

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 3/1

4:50 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop6h 15m

Oakland

Sun 3/2

6:00 pm-5:30 am

1 stop8h 30m

$413

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 3/6

7:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Oakland

Tue 3/11

5:09 pm-5:59 am

1 stop9h 50m

$429

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 2/3

6:59 pm-10:01 am

1 stop18h 02m

Oakland

Sun 2/9

6:32 am-5:59 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$446

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 1/22

10:37 am-9:35 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$102

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 2/5

7:15 am-12:30 pm

1 stop8h 15m

$189

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/30

7:06 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 42m

$225

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/17

8:00 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$239

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Baltimore to Oakland in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Baltimore-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Baltimore-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Baltimore-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Baltimore-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Baltimore to Oakland

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Baltimore to Oakland including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Baltimore to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 27, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 30 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Baltimore to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from BWI to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Baltimore to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 5, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Baltimore to Oakland, California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 32% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Baltimore to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Baltimore to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Baltimore to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Oakland. Reviews last updated January 5, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Baltimore to Oakland to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,606 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,526 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,088 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,671 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Baltimore to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Baltimore to Oakland, California round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($205), Southwest ($413), and Delta ($429) offers the cheapest pricing from Baltimore to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is priced at 44% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Baltimore to Oakland, California one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $102 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Delta from $189 and Alaska Airlines from $235 one-way.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Baltimore to Oakland that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Baltimore to Oakland flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Baltimore to Oakland?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Baltimore to Oakland.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Baltimore to Oakland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Baltimore to Oakland by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Baltimore to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Baltimore to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Baltimore to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Baltimore to Oakland. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 5, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$185Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$287Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$388Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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