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$86+ Cheap flights from Nashville to Oakland, CA (BNA - 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 6/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BNA — OAK
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Nashville Intl to Oakland are usually found in June or October, booked 81 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Nashville to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Nashville (BNA) 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 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$416
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Cheapest flights from Nashville to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Nashville to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 5/138:35 amBNA - OAK
1 stop13h 39mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1711:51 amOAK - BNA
2 stops21h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/2$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 7/237:00 amBNA - OAK
1 stop8h 43mAlaska Airlines
Wed 7/307:58 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop7h 42mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1$298
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Thu 5/2211:09 amBNA - OAK
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Wed 5/289:09 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$307
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/2211:09 amBNA - OAK
1 stop8h 07mSun Country Air
Mon 5/265:40 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop15h 52mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/1$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/117:16 pmBNA - OAK
1 stop6h 27mDelta
Wed 8/131:15 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop7h 07mDelta
Deal found 4/1$403
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 4/175:00 amBNA - OAK
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Tue 4/228:25 pmOAK - BNA
1 stop6h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$501

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Nashville 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 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Nashville to Oakland that are best for you.

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Nashville

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Tue 5/13

8:35 am-8:14 pm

1 stop13h 39m

Oakland

Sat 5/17

11:51 am-11:08 am

2 stops21h 17m

$222

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/22

11:09 am-5:16 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Oakland

Wed 5/28

9:09 pm-5:55 am

1 stop6h 46m

$307

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Thu 5/22

11:09 am-5:16 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Oakland

Mon 5/26

5:40 pm-11:32 am

1 stop15h 52m

$320

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/2

9:40 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Oakland

Thu 5/8

12:45 pm-12:12 am

1 stop9h 27m

$352

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/16

7:12 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 37m

Oakland

Sat 5/24

6:00 am-1:54 pm

1 stop5h 54m

$403

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Thu 4/17

5:00 am-9:35 am

1 stop6h 35m

Oakland

Tue 4/22

8:25 pm-5:00 am

1 stop6h 35m

$501

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/3

8:35 am-8:14 pm

1 stop13h 39m

$86

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Wed 6/25

5:55 pm-4:39 pm

1 stop24h 44m

$158

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Fri 5/2

7:10 am-3:48 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$166

NashvilleOakland

BNA - OAK

BNAOAK

Nashville Intl

Mon 5/12

7:12 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 37m

$202

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Nashville to Oakland in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Nashville-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Nashville-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Nashville-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Nashville-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Nashville to Oakland

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

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

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Nashville 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 Nashville to Oakland, California?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Nashville 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 3, 2025.

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

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 3, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Nashville to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
9,827 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
4,274 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
349 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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
7,889 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

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

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Oakland, California, with prices starting at $219. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $298 and $403, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $158 and $166 on Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Nashville 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 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$168Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$258Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$262Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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