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$78+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — OAK
Apr 5 — Apr 121
Sat 4/5
Sat 4/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Oakland are usually found in June or May, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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 March 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

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December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$466
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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 March 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/2810:28 pmIAH - OAK
1 stop12h 34mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/3011:32 amOAK - IAH
1 stop5h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/30$159
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 5/88:10 amHOU - OAK
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Mon 5/125:30 amOAK - HOU
Nonstop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$359
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 5/57:30 pmIAH - OAK
1 stop6h 13mDelta
Wed 5/1412:39 pmOAK - IAH
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 3/30$369
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/286:00 amIAH - OAK
1 stop9h 39mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 9/28:00 amOAK - IAH
1 stop6h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/30$383
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Thu 5/155:54 pmIAH - OAK
1 stop16h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/208:00 amOAK - IAH
1 stop6h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30$392
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 4/1710:13 amHOU - OAK
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Mon 4/215:10 pmOAK - HOU
2 stops14h 08mDelta
Deal found 3/29$494

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 March 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Oakland that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 4/28

10:28 pm-9:02 am

1 stop12h 34m

Oakland

Wed 4/30

11:32 am-6:39 pm

1 stop5h 07m

$159

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 5/8

8:10 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Oakland

Mon 5/12

5:30 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 45m

$359

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 5/5

7:30 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Oakland

Tue 5/13

12:39 pm-9:33 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$369

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 8/28

6:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Oakland

Tue 9/2

8:00 am-4:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$383

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 5/15

5:54 pm-8:45 am

1 stop16h 51m

Oakland

Tue 5/20

8:00 am-4:54 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$392

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 4/17

10:13 am-11:43 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Oakland

Wed 4/23

5:10 pm-9:18 am

2 stops14h 08m

$474

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 4/29

1:29 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$78

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Tue 5/13

5:35 am-9:10 am

1 stop5h 35m

$165

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 6/26

6:00 am-4:39 pm

1 stop12h 39m

$176

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 5/24

5:54 pm-8:45 am

1 stop16h 51m

$180

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Oakland

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

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

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

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Oakland, California. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Houston 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 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 March 31, 2025.

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 morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 34% 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 mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday 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 March 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
4,275 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,344 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,541 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,818 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 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 is 1 flight 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 ($159), Southwest ($359), and Delta ($369) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is 55% 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 $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Sun Country Air, 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 $351, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $168. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Oakland), is priced around $159.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Houston 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 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 March 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$134Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$294Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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