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$64+ Cheap flights from Houston to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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HOU — OAK
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 18, 2024.

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$106
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One-way from

$64
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Mon 12/3010:35 pmIAH - OAK
1 stop13h 08mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/107:42 amOAK - IAH
1 stop13h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$337
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/312:15 pmIAH - OAK
2 stops11h 44mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/26:00 amOAK - IAH
2 stops15h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$668
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/296:45 pmHOU - OAK
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Thu 1/23:50 pmOAK - HOU
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$673
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/2311:41 amIAH - OAK
1 stop6h 46mDelta
Wed 1/15:30 amOAK - IAH
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/16$783
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Sun 12/2211:08 amHOU - OAK
2 stops13h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/2311:24 amOAK - HOU
2 stops20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$876
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/213:55 pmHOU - OAK
2 stops10h 19mDelta
Wed 12/255:30 amOAK - HOU
2 stops13h 07mDelta
Deal found 12/16$968

Find flights from Houston to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 December 18, 2024.

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HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/8

7:51 am-3:57 pm

2 stops10h 06m

Oakland

Wed 1/15

7:42 am-8:54 pm

1 stop11h 12m

$106

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/14

8:01 am-7:25 pm

1 stop13h 24m

Oakland

Tue 1/21

10:41 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 18m

$211

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 1/14

5:36 pm-8:49 am

2 stops17h 13m

Oakland

Tue 1/21

10:41 am-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 18m

$282

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 1/11

5:30 pm-10:54 pm

1 stop7h 24m

Oakland

Tue 1/14

1:15 pm-9:40 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$313

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 1/30

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Oakland

Thu 2/6

6:05 am-11:45 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$336

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/14

6:00 am-4:21 pm

2 stops12h 21m

Oakland

Tue 1/21

5:01 pm-9:30 am

2 stops14h 29m

$528

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 1/8

10:35 pm-6:47 am

1 stop10h 12m

$64

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Tue 1/14

6:00 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$135

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 2/18

7:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$144

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/19

10:25 am-11:56 pm

2 stops15h 31m

$149

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Houston to Oakland

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $177). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 December 18, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston to Oakland, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 45% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Oakland. Price data was last updated on September 29, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings 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 December 18, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Houston to Oakland by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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
8,119 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

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 Houston 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 Houston?

    If you book a flight to Oakland from Houston, you will be flying to Oakland, which is the city’s only airport. Oakland (OAK) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Oakland. There are 0 flights from Houston to Oakland per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($106), Alaska Airlines ($282), and Delta ($313) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is 68% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $64. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Oakland, California for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $500, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $170. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Oakland), is priced around $100.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $177). Flying from Houston 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 18, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$236Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$329Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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