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$106+ 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 4/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — OAK
Apr 6 — Apr 131
Sun 4/6
Sun 4/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Columbus to Oakland are usually found in August or June, booked 14 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

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 April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$213
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$106
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$446
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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 April 1, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/28:24 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop13h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/57:46 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/31$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 8/216:05 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Fri 8/225:15 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$309
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 8/308:00 amCMH - OAK
1 stop7h 23mDelta
Sat 9/201:15 pmOAK - CMH
1 stop6h 43mDelta
Deal found 3/31$329
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/86:33 pmCMH - OAK
1 stop8h 26mAlaska Airlines
Fri 9/127:00 amOAK - CMH
1 stop7h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31$335
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Fri 5/235:25 amCMH - OAK
3 stops44h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/2510:36 amOAK - CMH
2 stops29h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$509

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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 April 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus to Oakland that are best for you.

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Oakland

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ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Fri 5/2

8:24 pm-6:49 am

1 stop13h 25m

Oakland

Mon 5/5

7:46 am-6:05 pm

1 stop7h 19m

$194

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Thu 8/21

6:05 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Oakland

Fri 8/22

5:15 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 55m

$309

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Sat 8/30

8:00 am-12:23 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Oakland

Sat 9/20

1:15 pm-10:58 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$329

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Mon 9/8

6:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Oakland

Fri 9/12

7:00 am-5:37 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$335

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Fri 5/23

5:25 am-10:25 pm

3 stops44h 00m

Oakland

Sun 5/25

10:36 am-7:10 pm

2 stops29h 34m

$509

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Mon 4/28

8:24 pm-9:02 am

1 stop15h 38m

$106

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Sun 4/20

7:45 am-12:13 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$165

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Thu 6/5

6:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$172

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Tue 4/8

6:23 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$244

ColumbusOakland

CMH - OAK

CMHOAK

Columbus

Sat 5/31

7:00 am-10:11 pm

3 stops18h 11m

$1,068

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Columbus to Oakland

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Columbus to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Columbus to Oakland, California, you should look to book at least 14 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 April 1, 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 April 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,277 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,885 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Seleste,Dec 2024

FAT - SAN

The attention and efficiency of the staff and the good handling of the pilot

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 ($213), Southwest ($304), and Delta ($329) offers the cheapest pricing from Columbus to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 50% 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 $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, 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 April 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$147Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$296Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$358Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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