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$129+ Cheap flights from Houston to Oakland, CA (OAK)

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HOU — OAK
Feb 13 — Feb 201
Fri 2/13
Fri 2/20
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Houston to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 January 14, 2026.

Round-trip from

$285
(Southwest)

One-way from

$129
(Travelocity)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$448
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 14, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/215:40 am
HOU
-
OAK
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Sun 3/15:25 am
OAK
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$285
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 2/65:55 pm
IAH
-
OAK
1 stop17h 51m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 2/88:10 am
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop8h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/13$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/146:25 pm
HOU
-
OAK
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Wed 3/186:15 am
OAK
-
HOU
1 stop6h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 1/12$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Thu 2/197:15 am
IAH
-
OAK
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Mon 2/2312:40 pm
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop7h 04m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sun 2/17:45 am
HOU
-
OAK
1 stop5h 45m
Southwest
Wed 2/47:40 am
OAK
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/11$313
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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.
Sat 3/146:47 am
IAH
-
OAK
2 stops11h 13m
Delta
Wed 3/1812:35 pm
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop7h 01m
Delta
Deal found 1/14$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Tue 9/221:00 pm
HOU
-
OAK
2 stops12h 49m
Delta
Sat 9/265:05 pm
OAK
-
HOU
2 stops14h 10m
Delta
Deal found 1/13$320
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 2/57:50 am
HOU
-
OAK
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Sun 2/810:40 am
OAK
-
HOU
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 1/13$323
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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.
Thu 1/297:00 am
IAH
-
OAK
1 stop11h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 2/28:03 pm
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop18h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/12$324
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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.
Sun 2/17:17 pm
IAH
-
OAK
1 stop27h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 2/48:10 am
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop8h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/11$336
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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.
Fri 1/303:10 pm
HOU
-
OAK
Nonstop4h 20m
Southwest
Sun 2/16:00 am
OAK
-
HOU
Nonstop3h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 1/13$339
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/11. 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 2/247:00 am
IAH
-
OAK
1 stop28h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 2/286:15 am
OAK
-
IAH
1 stop15h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/11$343

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 14, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Oakland that are best for you.

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Houston

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Sat 2/21

5:40 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Oakland

Sun 3/1

5:25 am-11:05 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$285

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/6

5:55 pm-9:46 am

1 stop17h 51m

Oakland

Sun 2/8

8:10 am-6:17 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$289

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/14

6:25 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Oakland

Wed 3/18

6:15 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$289

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 2/19

7:15 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

Oakland

Mon 2/23

12:40 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$309

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/13

8:05 am-2:30 pm

1 stop8h 25m

Oakland

Sun 3/15

5:40 am-11:20 am

Nonstop3h 40m

$313

HoustonOakland

IAH - OAK

IAHOAK

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 3/14

6:47 am-4:00 pm

2 stops11h 13m

Oakland

Wed 3/18

12:35 pm-9:36 pm

1 stop7h 01m

$319

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/5

7:50 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Oakland

Sun 2/8

10:40 am-7:35 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$323

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Tue 4/28

8:50 am-1:10 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Oakland

Fri 5/1

9:30 pm-4:50 am

1 stop5h 20m

$323

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Wed 5/20

8:50 am-12:25 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Oakland

Sat 5/23

7:25 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$323

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

Thu 2/19

5:35 am-11:15 am

1 stop7h 40m

Oakland

Mon 2/23

2:55 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$323

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $95). Flying from Houston to Oakland, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $244). 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 HOU to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 January 14, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston 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 afternoon could potentially save you up to 24% on airfare.

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 January 14, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Oakland, such as Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,309 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,257 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight to Oakland from Houston, 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 Houston to Oakland per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Southwest, Delta, and Alaska Airlines can get you from Houston to Oakland, California in just under 6h 36m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 47m. The distance between Houston and Oakland, California is about 1624 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($128), Delta ($256), and Southwest ($288) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Oakland, California. Spirit Airlines is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $56. However, be on the lookout for offers from Delta and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Oakland, California for a low price.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Houston to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $388, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $123. The most popular route (Houston Hobby - Oakland), is priced around $289.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Oakland, California (average of $95). Flying from Houston to Oakland, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $244). 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 3 airlines flying from Houston to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 14, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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