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$62+ Cheap flights from Columbus to Oakland, CA (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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — OAK
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
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1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (C01) 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 21, 2025.

Round-trip from

$133
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$62
(FlightHub)

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Cheapest in

June

Average price

$366
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 3/510:01 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop14h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/197:46 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/19$133
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/152:20 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop10h 12mDelta
Tue 7/225:15 pmOAK - CMH
2 stops13h 24mDelta
Deal found 1/20$322
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/166:23 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/237:00 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$389
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Mon 4/286:15 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 05mSouthwest
Fri 5/23:40 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/20$403

Find flights from Columbus to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 21, 2025.

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ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Wed 3/5

10:01 pm-9:35 am

1 stop14h 34m

Oakland

Wed 3/19

7:46 am-6:41 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$133

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 7/15

2:20 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop10h 12m

Oakland

Tue 7/22

5:15 pm-9:39 am

2 stops13h 24m

$322

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Wed 4/16

6:23 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Oakland

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$389

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Mon 4/28

6:15 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Oakland

Fri 5/2

3:40 pm-12:55 am

1 stop6h 15m

$403

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 3/4

9:19 pm-9:35 am

1 stop15h 16m

$62

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 3/4

6:44 am-4:18 pm

2 stops12h 34m

$154

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Thu 2/13

6:15 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$158

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Fri 2/14

7:35 pm-12:10 am

1 stop7h 35m

$164

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Deals found on 1/20

Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Columbus to Oakland

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Columbus 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 CMH to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 21, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Columbus to Oakland, California in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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 21, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines, Delta and Alaska Airlines from Columbus to Oakland. 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
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,706 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,662 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

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 Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Columbus to Oakland. 3 airlines have flights to Oakland from Columbus on a regular basis. Booking flights from Columbus to Oakland should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Columbus per day.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($133), Delta ($322), and Alaska Airlines ($389) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $62. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Columbus to Oakland, California for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Columbus 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 Columbus to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Columbus 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 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$152Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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