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$78+ 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 6/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — OAK
May 5 — May 121
Mon 5/5
Mon 5/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Oakland

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CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$155
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$294

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less
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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 April 30, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/128:48 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 03mSun Country Air
Sun 6/225:03 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/29$155
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
Sun 6/89:18 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop27h 07mMultiple Airlines
Thu 6/1211:59 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$183
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 8/1510:55 amMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 10mSouthwest
Sun 8/244:40 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop5h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/288:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 56mDelta
Wed 6/44:55 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop5h 47mDelta
Deal found 4/29$257
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 11/138:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop7h 35mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/1710:10 amOAK - MSP
1 stop11h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/29$259
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/147:55 amDLH - OAK
2 stops10h 20mDelta
Sun 5/186:00 amOAK - DLH
2 stops7h 36mDelta
Deal found 4/28$1,074

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

Fly from

Minnesota

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/12

8:48 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

Oakland

Sun 6/22

5:03 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$155

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 6/8

9:18 pm-10:25 pm

1 stop27h 07m

Oakland

Thu 6/12

11:59 pm-5:26 am

Nonstop3h 27m

$183

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 8/15

10:55 am-5:05 pm

1 stop8h 10m

Oakland

Sun 8/24

4:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

$239

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 5/28

8:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop5h 56m

Oakland

Wed 6/4

4:55 pm-12:42 am

1 stop5h 47m

$257

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 5/30

4:54 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop7h 17m

Oakland

Sun 6/8

12:48 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$423

DuluthOakland

DLH - OAK

DLHOAK

Duluth Intl

Wed 5/14

7:55 am-4:15 pm

2 stops10h 20m

Oakland

Sun 5/18

6:00 am-3:36 pm

2 stops7h 36m

$1,074

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 6/26

2:36 pm-4:39 pm

Nonstop4h 03m

$78

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 6/17

9:36 am-8:43 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$106

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 7/10

8:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 35m

$120

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/13

8:20 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 37m

$129

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Best time to book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Minnesota to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 April 30, 2025.

When flying from Minnesota to Oakland, California, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 April 30, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Minnesota to Oakland to help guide your decision. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
346 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,956 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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.

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

    $78 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 Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $120 and $129, 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 Fargo Hector Field - 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 $178, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Oakland), is priced around $155.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Minnesota to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Minnesota to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 4 airlines flying from Minnesota to Oakland

Discover the top 4 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 April 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$116Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$248Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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