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$86+ Cheap flights from Los Angeles to Oakland, CA (LAX - 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — OAK
Jan 17 — Jan 241
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Los Angeles to Oakland
Cheapest flights from Los Angeles to OaklandExplore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Los Angeles to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/226:45 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Mon 1/126:55 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$281
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/297:05 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/36:50 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$309
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/292:55 pmLAX - OAK
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Tue 12/306:25 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$319
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/294:10 pmLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Thu 1/19:35 amOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17![Southwest logo]()
$339
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/208:00 amLAX - OAK
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Sat 1/1012:05 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$341
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/294:05 pmLAX - OAK
1 stop5h 50mSouthwest
Fri 1/212:30 pmOAK - LAX
Nonstop1h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/16![Southwest logo]()
$349
Find flight deals from Los Angeles to Oakland
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Los Angeles (LAX) 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 December 18, 2025.
Most accurate provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | Mytrip 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $171 (Southwest) |
One-way from | $86 (Southwest) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $272 |
Good round-trip deal | $216 or less |
Good one-way deal | $124 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Los Angeles 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 December 18, 2025.
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Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Tue 2/17
7:20 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Sun 2/22
2:45 pm-4:10 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$193
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Thu 1/15
7:20 pm-8:45 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Mon 1/19
8:55 pm-10:20 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$193
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Fri 1/9
3:50 pm-5:20 pm
Nonstop1h 30m
Oakland
Tue 1/13
11:05 am-12:30 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$193
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Mon 1/12
7:25 am-8:50 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Fri 1/16
7:55 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$204
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Fri 1/16
3:20 pm-4:45 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Mon 1/19
7:55 am-9:20 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$204
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Thu 1/8
7:25 am-8:50 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Sat 1/10
5:15 am-11:15 am
2 stops6h 00m
$208
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Sun 1/4
6:45 am-8:10 am
Nonstop1h 25m
Oakland
Tue 1/6
12:35 pm-5:30 pm
1 stop4h 55m
$250
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Wed 1/21
7:25 am-8:50 am
Nonstop1h 25m
$86
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Wed 1/28
1:10 pm-2:35 pm
Nonstop1h 25m
$86
Los AngelesOakland
LAX - OAK
LAXOAK
Los Angeles
Tue 1/27
11:50 am-6:40 pm
1 stop6h 50m
$96
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Los Angeles to Oakland in December.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Los Angeles-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Los Angeles-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Los Angeles-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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 Los Angeles-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 Los Angeles to Oakland
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from Los Angeles with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California, you should look to book at least 81 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California (average of $26). Flying from Los Angeles to Oakland, California in August is currently the most expensive (average of $66). 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 LAX to OAK?
Find hourly flight availability from Los Angeles 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 December 18, 2025.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland, California at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 15% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland, California?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Los Angeles to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Los Angeles to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from Los Angeles to Oakland delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between Los Angeles and Oakland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 109 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Los Angeles to Oakland flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Los Angeles to Oakland flights?
Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.
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 December 18, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Los Angeles to Oakland. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
Overall
8.0
Comfort
7.8
Crew
8.5
Entertainment
7.0
Food
7.1
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentAnonymous,Nov 2025
LAX - LIH
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Top 7 airlines flying from Los Angeles to Oakland
Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Los Angeles 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 December 18, 2025.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$29 | Average$98 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$58 | Average$234 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time85% | |
| Cheapest$63 | Average$133 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$68 | Average$257 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$115 | Average$195 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time75% | |
| Cheapest$115 | Average$193 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$164 | Average$273 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |