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$30+ Cheap flights from California to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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LAX — OAK
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from California to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from California (USCA) 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 November 21, 2024.

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Cheapest flights from California to Oakland
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This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/42:30 pmLAS - OAK
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/55:25 amOAK - LAS
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$47
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Mon 12/91:05 pmSAN - OAK
Nonstop1h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/184:52 pmOAK - SAN
Nonstop1h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$52
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/129:06 amSNA - OAK
Nonstop1h 23mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/155:28 pmOAK - SNA
Nonstop1h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$58
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/105:30 amLAX - OAK
1 stop8h 24mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/113:00 pmOAK - LAX
1 stop6h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$72
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Tue 12/3111:17 amBUR - OAK
Nonstop1h 21mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/12:04 pmOAK - BUR
Nonstop1h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/21$76
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Tue 12/177:05 amBUR - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/177:45 pmOAK - BUR
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$98
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/245:00 amRNO - OAK
1 stop4h 43mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/252:04 pmOAK - RNO
2 stops6h 51mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$101
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/127:35 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Sat 12/147:10 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$168
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:00 amRNO - OAK
2 stops11h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 12/143:00 pmOAK - RNO
1 stop4h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/21$171
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/247:00 amRNO - OAK
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Wed 12/256:50 pmOAK - RNO
Nonstop1h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$178
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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.
Thu 12/196:50 amLGB - OAK
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Mon 1/207:00 amOAK - LGB
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/21$196
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Tue 12/1710:10 amONT - OAK
Nonstop1h 20mSouthwest
Thu 12/196:05 amOAK - ONT
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$203

Find flights from California to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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Las VegasOakland

LAS - OAK

LASOAK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Wed 12/4

2:30 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Oakland

Thu 12/5

5:25 am-6:53 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$47

San DiegoOakland

SAN - OAK

SANOAK

San Diego

Mon 12/9

1:05 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Oakland

Wed 12/18

4:52 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$52

Santa AnaOakland

SNA - OAK

SNAOAK

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 12/12

9:06 am-10:29 am

Nonstop1h 23m

Oakland

Sun 12/15

5:28 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$58

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Tue 12/10

5:30 am-1:54 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Oakland

Wed 12/11

3:00 pm-9:37 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$72

BurbankOakland

BUR - OAK

BUROAK

Burbank Bob Hope

Tue 12/31

11:17 am-12:38 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Oakland

Wed 1/1

2:04 pm-3:15 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$76

RenoOakland

RNO - OAK

RNOOAK

Reno

Tue 1/7

5:00 am-9:43 am

1 stop4h 43m

Oakland

Thu 1/9

7:42 am-5:30 pm

1 stop9h 48m

$77

San DiegoOakland

SAN - OAK

SANOAK

San Diego

Tue 1/14

6:25 am-8:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Oakland

Sun 1/19

7:40 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$118

Las VegasOakland

LAS - OAK

LASOAK

Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

Tue 1/7

5:35 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 21m

Oakland

Wed 1/8

5:35 am-4:50 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$161

Los AngelesOakland

LAX - OAK

LAXOAK

Los Angeles

Thu 12/12

6:35 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Oakland

Thu 12/12

7:40 pm-9:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$168

RenoOakland

RNO - OAK

RNOOAK

Reno

Wed 12/11

7:00 am-6:49 pm

2 stops11h 49m

Oakland

Sat 12/14

3:00 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from California to Oakland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from California with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from California to Oakland

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Oakland, California (average of $179). Flying from California to Oakland, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 CA to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from California 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 November 21, 2024.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from California to Oakland, California as you normally would.

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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Southwest and Delta from California to Oakland to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,464 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,829 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 California to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Oakland from California?

    Most people fly into Oakland (OAK) if they book a flight to Oakland from California. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

  • How popular is this California to Oakland, California flight route?

    The California to Oakland flight path was viewed by 51 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $30 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $49 and Delta from $83 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from California to Oakland, California?

    Most travelers choose Los Angeles - Oakland, Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Oakland or Burbank Bob Hope - Oakland when deciding on the best route from California to Oakland, California.

  • What are the cheapest flights from California to Oakland, California?

    On average you can expect to pay $199 for a flight from California to Oakland, California. The cheapest flight overall is $47 while the most popular route, (Los Angeles - Oakland) is currently priced at $72.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from California 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 California to Oakland, California?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from California to Oakland, California (average of $179). Flying from California to Oakland, California in July is currently the most expensive (average of $243). 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 8 airlines flying from California to Oakland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from California 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 2,612,795 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$19Average$75FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$44Average$102FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$50Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Breeze AirwaysCheapest$73Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$74Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$75Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
JetBlueCheapest$84Average$446FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$168Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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