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$125+ 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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — OAK
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Minnesota to Oakland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Minnesota to Oakland flight deals. Data was last updated September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Southwest)

One-way from

$125
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$269

Good round-trip deal

$174 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 September 15, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Wed 10/295:40 amMSP - OAK
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Wed 11/512:25 pmOAK - MSP
2 stops7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/12$175
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 55mAlaska Airlines
Mon 11/102:49 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$273
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Wed 10/221:17 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 01mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/292:49 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/13$277
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 10/218:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 50mDelta
Sat 10/255:55 amOAK - MSP
1 stop6h 30mDelta
Deal found 9/13$283
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/12. 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.
Wed 12/107:00 amMSP - OAK
2 stops27h 46mAlaska Airlines
Sat 12/132:31 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/12$285
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/312:46 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 46mDelta
Tue 11/44:51 pmOAK - MSP
2 stops13h 18mDelta
Deal found 9/15$288
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/208:25 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop15h 58mAlaska Airlines
Mon 10/272:49 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop7h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/15$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:35 amMSP - OAK
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/2811:25 amOAK - MSP
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$293
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/205:45 amMSP - OAK
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Fri 11/285:25 amOAK - MSP
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/15$294
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/37:00 amMSP - OAK
1 stop8h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/87:59 pmOAK - MSP
2 stops16h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 9/14$295
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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.
Sat 11/15:00 amFAR - OAK
2 stops13h 11mDelta
Tue 11/45:55 amOAK - FAR
2 stops11h 36mDelta
Deal found 9/13$394
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/187:10 amFAR - OAK
2 stops16h 22mDelta
Tue 10/2112:30 pmOAK - FAR
2 stops29h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/14$625

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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 September 15, 2025.
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

Fri 10/31

2:46 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop8h 46m

Oakland

Tue 11/4

5:55 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$283

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 12/18

1:32 pm-7:52 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Oakland

Thu 1/15

2:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 23m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/20

8:25 pm-10:23 am

1 stop15h 58m

Oakland

Mon 10/27

2:49 pm-12:04 am

1 stop7h 15m

$289

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

1:17 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Oakland

Wed 10/29

9:30 am-12:04 am

2 stops12h 34m

$295

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 11/3

7:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Oakland

Thu 11/6

7:12 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops16h 40m

$301

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 10/27

7:00 am-1:55 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Oakland

Tue 10/28

9:30 am-12:04 am

2 stops12h 34m

$301

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 12/22

8:40 pm-12:20 am

1 stop5h 40m

Oakland

Wed 12/24

2:35 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop5h 25m

$313

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 9/30

7:53 pm-10:21 am

1 stop16h 28m

Oakland

Mon 10/6

7:06 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$313

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 10/22

1:17 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop8h 01m

Oakland

Sat 10/25

6:40 am-12:35 pm

2 stops27h 55m

$325

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 10/2

5:00 pm-12:04 am

1 stop9h 04m

Oakland

Tue 10/7

7:06 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop15h 15m

$330

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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 September 15, 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.

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  • 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 Delta and Alaska Airlines fly from Minnesota to Oakland, California in about 8h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 26m. 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 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 Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field - Oakland or Fargo Hector 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 $283.

  • 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 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 September 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$89Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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