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$49+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 5/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — OAK
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Oakland are usually found in April or October, booked 60 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Phoenix to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 28, 2025.

Round-trip from

$153
(Southwest)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

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April

Average price

$301
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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 4/259:50 pmPHX - OAK
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Tue 4/293:40 pmOAK - PHX
Nonstop2h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$153
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/112:34 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop4h 00mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/147:46 amOAK - PHX
1 stop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$154
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 4/1810:05 amPHX - OAK
1 stop6h 18mDelta
Mon 4/215:10 pmOAK - PHX
1 stop6h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/27$192
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/307:36 pmPHX - OAK
2 stops26h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/110:36 amOAK - PHX
2 stops21h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$263
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/308:59 amAZA - OAK
2 stops31h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/15:45 amOAK - AZA
1 stop9h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$278
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/16:00 amPHX - OAK
1 stop17h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 5/57:55 pmOAK - PHX
2 stops19h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$293

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Oakland that are best for you.

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Phoenix

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Oakland

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Depart

Return

Price

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/25

9:50 pm-11:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Oakland

Tue 4/29

3:40 pm-5:40 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$153

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/11

2:34 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Oakland

Mon 4/14

7:46 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$154

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/18

10:05 am-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Oakland

Mon 4/21

5:10 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 23m

$192

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 5/30

7:36 pm-10:25 pm

2 stops26h 49m

Oakland

Sun 6/1

10:36 am-8:13 am

2 stops21h 37m

$263

PhoenixOakland

AZA - OAK

AZAOAK

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Fri 5/30

8:59 am-4:41 pm

2 stops31h 42m

Oakland

Sun 6/1

5:45 am-2:51 pm

1 stop9h 06m

$278

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-11:44 pm

1 stop17h 44m

Oakland

Mon 5/5

7:55 pm-3:49 pm

2 stops19h 54m

$293

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/8

9:19 am-8:14 pm

1 stop10h 55m

$49

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/29

10:35 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$69

PhoenixOakland

AZA - OAK

AZAOAK

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Thu 5/15

4:57 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$73

PhoenixOakland

PHX - OAK

PHXOAK

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 4/22

7:30 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$94

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Oakland

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Oakland, California?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Phoenix 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 evening could potentially save you up to 30% on airfare.

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 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Phoenix to Oakland, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,336 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
731 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    For a flight from Phoenix to Oakland, you will be flying into Oakland. Oakland (OAK) is just 7.0 mi from the center of the city. Oakland is the only Oakland airport and it handles 6 inbound flights from Phoenix per day. 4 airlines have flights to Oakland from Phoenix on a regular basis.

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

    Southwest, at $153, was found to be the cheapest airline from Phoenix to Oakland, California.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. These flights start at 34% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    $49 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $69 and $94, respectively.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Phoenix to Oakland, California is $68. On average you can expect to pay $267. The most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Oakland), can usually be booked for $94.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Phoenix 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 4 airlines flying from Phoenix to Oakland

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$53Average$105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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