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$42+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Phoenix

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OAK — PHX
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oakland to Phoenix are usually found in June or April, booked 41 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 26, 2025.

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AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(Southwest)

One-way from

$42
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

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June

Average price

$263
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 4/238:05 amOAK - PHX
1 stop3h 25mSouthwest
Wed 4/3010:35 amPHX - OAK
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$143
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/177:46 amOAK - PHX
1 stop5h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/212:34 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop18h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$144
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/86:00 amOAK - PHX
1 stop6h 19mDelta
Wed 4/910:00 amPHX - OAK
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/25$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Wed 6/119:09 pmOAK - AZA
1 stop17h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1210:27 pmAZA - OAK
1 stop25h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$207
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/308:00 amOAK - PHX
2 stops7h 49mAlaska Airlines
Wed 5/77:00 amPHX - OAK
1 stop12h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/24$259
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/23. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/95:30 amOAK - PHX
3 stops31h 12mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/129:19 amPHX - OAK
1 stop25h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/23$279
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 5/26:55 pmOAK - AZA
1 stop18h 05mAllegiant Air
Sun 5/45:52 pmAZA - OAK
1 stop24h 13mAllegiant Air
Deal found 3/25$307

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

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Phoenix

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OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Wed 4/23

8:05 am-11:30 am

1 stop3h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/30

10:35 am-12:40 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$143

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Thu 4/17

7:46 am-1:28 pm

1 stop5h 42m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 4/21

2:34 pm-9:02 am

1 stop18h 28m

$144

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Tue 4/8

6:00 am-12:19 pm

1 stop6h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 4/9

10:00 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$197

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

Wed 6/11

9:09 pm-2:57 pm

1 stop17h 48m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Thu 6/12

10:27 pm-11:39 pm

1 stop25h 12m

$207

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Mon 4/14

6:29 pm-10:57 am

3 stops16h 28m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/17

2:34 pm-6:49 am

1 stop16h 15m

$250

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Wed 4/30

8:00 am-3:49 pm

2 stops7h 49m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 5/7

7:00 am-7:15 pm

1 stop12h 15m

$259

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

Fri 5/2

6:55 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop18h 05m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

Sun 5/4

5:52 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop24h 13m

$307

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Sun 5/11

9:09 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 04m

$42

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

Wed 5/28

9:09 pm-2:51 pm

1 stop17h 42m

$66

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Sat 4/26

9:10 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$69

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Phoenix in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice 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 Oakland, California-Phoenix flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Phoenix flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Phoenix flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Phoenix flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Oakland, California-Phoenix 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 Oakland to Phoenix

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Oakland, California to Phoenix is 41 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 OAK to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Oakland, California to Phoenix 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 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Oakland, California to Phoenix?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on September 22, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

Plan your trip to Phoenix by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

Plan your trip to Phoenix by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated March 26, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Oakland to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, 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

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
9,789 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
730 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,878 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Oakland to Phoenix. 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 from for flights from Oakland to Phoenix?

    Most people fly from Oakland (OAK) if they book a flight from Oakland to Phoenix. On average, Oakland has 8 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 6 airlines. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

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

    Southwest, at $143, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Phoenix.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Southwest is currently priced 40% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix are Spirit Airlines ($42), Southwest ($69), and Delta ($99).

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

    While on average a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix is generally $280, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $68. When looking at the most popular route, (Oakland - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $109 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 6 airlines flying from Oakland to Phoenix

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Phoenix. 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 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$103Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$150Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$159Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$175Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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