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$117+ Cheap flights from Salinas, CA, CA 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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — OAK
Apr 29 — May 61
Tue 4/29
Tue 5/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Salinas to Oakland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Salinas to Oakland flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Round-trip from

$242
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$117
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$1,241
From Salinas to Oakland
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 13% potential price decrease ($73 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Salinas to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Salinas to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 5/217:00 amSFO - OAK
1 stop5h 08mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/288:00 amOAK - SFO
1 stop4h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/23$242
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/235:45 amSFO - OAK
1 stop14h 29mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/269:09 pmOAK - SFO
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$279

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Salinas to Oakland that are best for you.

Fly from

Salinas

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

7:00 am-12:08 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Oakland

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-12:39 pm

1 stop4h 39m

$242

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Fri 5/23

5:45 am-8:14 pm

1 stop14h 29m

Oakland

Mon 5/26

9:09 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$279

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

8:00 am-7:14 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$117

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Fri 5/16

5:50 pm-4:41 pm

3 stops22h 51m

$226

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Deals found on 4/23

Best time to book a flight from Salinas to Oakland

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Salinas to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Salinas 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 S9N to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Salinas 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 24, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Salinas to Oakland, California as you normally would.

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 24, 2025.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

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 Salinas 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 Salinas?

    If you book a flight to Oakland from Salinas, 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 Salinas to Oakland per day from 1 airline.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Salinas 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 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$271Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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