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$144+ Cheap flights from Minnesota 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 6/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — OAK
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Oakland

Cheapest flights from Minnesota to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Minnesota to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/227:40 amMSP - OAK
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Thu 12/255:53 amOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/15$479
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/242:48 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop11h 11mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/308:32 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop14h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/17$498
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/2011:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Thu 12/2512:34 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/15$544
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/193:15 pmMSP - OAK
2 stops10h 53mDelta
Tue 12/3012:34 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/17$549
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.
Fri 12/192:35 pmMSP - OAK
2 stops7h 55mSouthwest
Tue 12/3010:05 amOAK - MSP
2 stops10h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$554
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 12/188:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Wed 12/2412:34 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/15$569
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/252:48 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop11h 11mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/318:32 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop14h 04mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/16$574
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:10 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop6h 37mDelta
Tue 12/3012:34 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/16$608
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/198:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Sun 12/215:53 amOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/17$609

Find flight deals from Minnesota to Oakland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Oakland flight deals. Data was last updated December 18, 2025.

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3 stars

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Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$144
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$304

Good round-trip deal

$174 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Minnesota 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.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Minnesota to Oakland that are best for you.

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MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 5/5

1:55 pm-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 19m

Oakland

Mon 5/11

2:50 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop7h 04m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/13

6:58 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Oakland

Sat 1/17

5:55 am-2:41 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

2:57 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop9h 52m

Oakland

Mon 4/13

7:54 pm-1:41 pm

1 stop15h 47m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

6:29 am-4:37 pm

1 stop12h 08m

Oakland

Tue 4/14

11:00 am-11:54 pm

1 stop10h 54m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/2

6:05 am-1:10 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Oakland

Tue 4/14

9:25 am-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$294

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 1/8

5:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Oakland

Mon 1/12

11:10 am-9:15 pm

1 stop8h 05m

$299

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 2/19

11:55 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Oakland

Mon 2/23

6:30 am-5:00 pm

1 stop8h 30m

$299

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/24

11:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Oakland

Mon 3/30

5:00 pm-11:23 am

2 stops16h 23m

$302

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 3/25

8:05 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 41m

Oakland

Mon 3/30

5:00 pm-11:23 am

2 stops16h 23m

$302

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 1/13

6:58 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop5h 55m

Oakland

Tue 1/20

12:33 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop6h 27m

$310

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Oakland from Minnesota with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Minnesota to Oakland

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland, California (average of $59). Flying from Minnesota to Oakland, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 MN to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Minnesota 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 Minnesota to Oakland, California in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 72% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

Related info for your journey

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

    Oakland (OAK), located 7.0 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Minnesota to Oakland.

  • How popular is this Minnesota to Oakland, California flight route?

    Flights from Minnesota to Oakland have been viewed 1 times in the past calendar month.

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Southwest fly from Minnesota to Oakland, California in about 5h 55m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 10m. There are 1574 mi between Minnesota and Oakland, California. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Delta and Southwest, with prices starting from $128 and $138, respectively.

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

    The most popular route from Minnesota to Oakland, California is Minneapolis St Paul - Oakland. You may also consider Duluth Intl - Oakland or Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Oakland.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Minnesota to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $194, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $174. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Oakland), is priced around $288.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland, California (average of $59). Flying from Minnesota to Oakland, California in December is currently the most expensive (average of $178). 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 Minnesota to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Minnesota 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.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$438FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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