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$110+ Cheap flights from Alabama 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 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BHM — OAK
Feb 20 — Feb 271
Fri 2/20
Fri 2/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Alabama to Oakland

Cheapest flights from Alabama to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Alabama to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 2/246:10 pm
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Tue 3/36:15 am
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop8h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$219
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Sat 2/282:25 pm
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop10h 10m
Southwest
Sat 3/75:40 pm
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop8h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$238
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/267:04 am
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop18h 45m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 3/16:15 am
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop20h 28m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/21$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/128:55 am
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Tue 2/176:00 am
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/268:55 am
ATL
-
OAK
2 stops13h 55m
Southwest
Sun 3/13:15 pm
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 5/46:40 pm
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 5/196:10 am
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop7h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/20$293
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 4/286:11 pm
ATL
-
OAK
1 stop17h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/28:10 pm
OAK
-
ATL
1 stop16h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$297
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 6/173:05 pm
BHM
-
OAK
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Sun 6/215:05 am
OAK
-
BHM
1 stop12h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/21$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 2/172:44 pm
CHA
-
OAK
2 stops12h 07m
Delta
Tue 2/244:59 pm
OAK
-
CHA
2 stops12h 59m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$528
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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 2/62:58 pm
CHA
-
OAK
2 stops11h 55m
Delta
Tue 2/105:00 pm
OAK
-
CHA
2 stops13h 03m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$598
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
Thu 2/51:02 pm
VPS
-
OAK
2 stops12h 51m
Delta
Mon 2/95:00 pm
OAK
-
VPS
2 stops13h 36m
Delta
Deal found 1/21$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 5/194:01 pm
BHM
-
OAK
2 stops9h 48m
Delta
Thu 5/285:05 pm
OAK
-
BHM
2 stops13h 14m
Delta
Deal found 1/20$690

Find flight deals from Alabama to Oakland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Alabama to Oakland flight deals. Data was last updated January 21, 2026.

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3 stars

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Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$219
(Southwest)

One-way from

$110
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$546
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Alabama 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 January 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Alabama to Oakland that are best for you.

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AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 2/28

2:25 pm-9:35 pm

1 stop10h 10m

Oakland

Sat 3/7

5:40 pm-5:20 am

1 stop8h 40m

$238

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/24

11:35 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Oakland

Tue 3/3

7:50 am-9:30 pm

2 stops10h 40m

$268

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 4/28

6:11 pm-8:53 am

1 stop17h 42m

Oakland

Sat 5/2

9:33 am-3:23 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$297

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 2/24

7:04 am-10:49 pm

1 stop18h 45m

Oakland

Sat 2/28

5:31 pm-5:43 am

1 stop9h 12m

$297

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 5/6

6:11 pm-8:53 am

1 stop17h 42m

Oakland

Sun 5/10

7:00 am-5:40 am

1 stop19h 40m

$306

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 4/22

6:11 pm-8:53 am

1 stop17h 42m

Oakland

Mon 4/27

7:00 am-5:40 am

1 stop19h 40m

$306

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Fri 2/13

6:05 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 45m

Oakland

Tue 2/17

6:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$308

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Wed 3/11

6:05 am-12:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Oakland

Sun 3/15

7:00 pm-6:05 am

2 stops8h 05m

$309

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 4/6

4:33 pm-9:03 am

1 stop19h 30m

Oakland

Mon 4/13

9:43 am-3:33 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$309

AtlantaOakland

ATL - OAK

ATLOAK

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 4/23

6:05 am-10:20 am

1 stop7h 15m

Oakland

Mon 4/27

11:55 pm-11:00 am

1 stop8h 05m

$309

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Best time to book a flight from Alabama to Oakland

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Oakland, California (average of $82). Flying from Alabama to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

Related info for your journey

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

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland (OAK) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Oakland from Alabama.

  • How long is the flight from Alabama to Oakland, California?

    Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and Delta fly from Alabama to Oakland, California in about 10h 10m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 7h 32m. The distance between Alabama and Oakland, California is about 2124 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from Alabama to Oakland, California?

    While some choose either Birmingham - Oakland or Chattanooga Lovell Field - Oakland, Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson - Oakland is the most popular route from Alabama to Oakland, California.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Alabama to Oakland, California (average of $82). Flying from Alabama to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 Alabama to Oakland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Alabama 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 January 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
SouthwestCheapest$352Average$426FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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