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$89+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 4/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — OAK
Mar 19 — Mar 261
Wed 3/19
Wed 3/26
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Oakland are usually found in June or August, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$180
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$89
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$440

Good round-trip deal

$742 or less
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 5/87:14 amBWI - OAK
1 stop16h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1011:50 amOAK - BWI
1 stop15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/13$180
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 4/298:00 amDCA - OAK
1 stop10h 48mAlaska Airlines
Sat 5/39:15 amOAK - DCA
1 stop9h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/12$296
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/3010:00 amIAD - OAK
1 stop8h 48mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/712:45 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop8h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/287:05 amBWI - OAK
1 stop8h 08mDelta
Mon 5/55:10 pmOAK - BWI
1 stop9h 40mDelta
Deal found 3/13$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Tue 4/85:10 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop9h 36mDelta
Tue 4/156:00 amOAK - DCA
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Deal found 3/12$297
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/287:35 amIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 38mDelta
Sat 5/312:55 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop7h 36mDelta
Deal found 3/13$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/102:30 pmDCA - OAK
1 stop11h 15mSouthwest
Sun 4/138:30 amOAK - DCA
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 3/13$328
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Mon 6/235:50 pmIAD - OAK
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Thu 6/265:00 amOAK - IAD
1 stop9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/13$347
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/297:06 amBWI - OAK
1 stop11h 42mAlaska Airlines
Thu 5/18:00 amOAK - BWI
2 stops18h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$380
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Thu 4/109:15 amBWI - OAK
3 stops24h 34mMultiple Airlines
Thu 4/1712:48 pmOAK - BWI
3 stops18h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$391
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/1712:37 pmIAD - OAK
2 stops31h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/216:29 pmOAK - IAD
3 stops13h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/13$412
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Tue 5/206:30 amIAD - OAK
1 stop10h 06mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 5/287:54 pmOAK - IAD
1 stop8h 42mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/13$529

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.

Fly from

Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 5/8

7:14 am-8:14 pm

1 stop16h 00m

Oakland

Sat 5/10

11:50 am-6:09 am

1 stop15h 19m

$180

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/22

7:06 am-3:48 pm

1 stop11h 42m

Oakland

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-6:05 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$296

Washington, D.C.Oakland

DCA - OAK

DCAOAK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/29

8:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop10h 48m

Oakland

Sat 5/3

9:15 am-9:59 pm

1 stop9h 44m

$296

Washington, D.C.Oakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/30

10:00 am-3:48 pm

1 stop8h 48m

Oakland

Wed 5/7

12:45 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop8h 13m

$296

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 4/28

7:05 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Oakland

Mon 5/5

5:10 pm-5:50 am

1 stop9h 40m

$297

Washington, D.C.Oakland

DCA - OAK

DCAOAK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/8

5:10 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop9h 36m

Oakland

Tue 4/15

6:00 am-4:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$297

Washington, D.C.Oakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 4/28

7:35 am-12:13 pm

1 stop7h 38m

Oakland

Sat 5/3

12:55 pm-11:31 pm

1 stop7h 36m

$297

Washington, D.C.Oakland

DCA - OAK

DCAOAK

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/10

2:30 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop11h 15m

Oakland

Sun 4/13

8:30 am-9:45 pm

1 stop10h 15m

$328

Washington, D.C.Oakland

IAD - OAK

IADOAK

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 6/23

5:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Oakland

Thu 6/26

5:00 am-5:05 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$347

BaltimoreOakland

BWI - OAK

BWIOAK

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 4/11

5:45 am-6:49 am

3 stops28h 04m

Oakland

Mon 4/14

1:49 pm-8:27 pm

2 stops27h 38m

$365

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Oakland in March.
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
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 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 Washington, D.C.-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Oakland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 56% on flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Oakland. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Tuesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 14, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
4,292 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,734 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,944 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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
2,318 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,545 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,292 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland. 4 airlines have flights to Oakland from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 1 inbound flight from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $180 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Delta, starting at $296 and $297 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 57% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California are Spirit Airlines ($89), Southwest ($144), and Alaska Airlines ($148).

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

    When deciding which route to take from Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California consider Baltimore/Washington - Oakland, Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Oakland or Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Oakland as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Oakland?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Oakland, California?

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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$172Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$294Average$718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$331Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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