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$59+ 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 8/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MSP — OAK
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(Sun Country Air)

One-way from

$59
(Sun Country Air)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$253

Good round-trip deal

$118 or less

Good one-way deal

$59 or less
From Minnesota to Oakland
One-way flight from Minnesota to Oakland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price ($41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Minnesota to Oakland.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Minnesota to Oakland.

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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 July 3, 2025.

This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 8/242:48 pmMSP - OAK
Nonstop4h 05mSun Country Air
Sun 8/315:59 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 31mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/2$118
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Thu 8/144:12 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop9h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/175:39 pmOAK - MSP
Nonstop3h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/2$183
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 7/238:20 pmMSP - OAK
1 stop5h 35mDelta
Wed 8/64:55 pmOAK - MSP
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 7/2$279
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 8/236:00 amMSP - OAK
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Thu 8/287:15 amOAK - MSP
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 8/235:10 amDLH - OAK
2 stops8h 45mDelta
Tue 8/2612:35 pmOAK - DLH
2 stops8h 11mDelta
Deal found 6/30$423
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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 stops9h 24mDelta
Tue 11/45:55 amOAK - FAR
2 stops12h 12mDelta
Deal found 6/30$451
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/1812:56 pmFSD - OAK
2 stops24h 59mDelta
Fri 8/2212:35 pmOAK - FSD
2 stops19h 44mDelta
Deal found 7/2$678
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 9/1911:25 amRST - OAK
2 stops6h 59mDelta
Mon 9/2212:37 pmOAK - RST
2 stops8h 51mDelta
Deal found 7/2$1,459

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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

Sun 8/24

2:48 pm-4:53 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Oakland

Sun 8/31

5:59 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop3h 31m

$118

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/14

4:12 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop9h 15m

Oakland

Sun 8/17

5:39 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$183

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Wed 7/23

8:20 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Oakland

Wed 8/6

4:55 pm-12:34 am

1 stop5h 39m

$279

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Sat 8/23

6:00 am-12:15 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Oakland

Thu 8/28

7:15 am-2:45 pm

1 stop5h 30m

$289

DuluthOakland

DLH - OAK

DLHOAK

Duluth Intl

Sat 8/23

5:10 am-11:55 am

2 stops8h 45m

Oakland

Tue 8/26

12:35 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops8h 11m

$423

FargoOakland

FAR - OAK

FAROAK

Fargo Hector Field

Sat 11/1

5:00 am-12:24 pm

2 stops9h 24m

Oakland

Tue 11/4

5:55 am-8:07 pm

2 stops12h 12m

$451

Sioux FallsOakland

FSD - OAK

FSDOAK

Sioux Falls Joe Foss Field

Mon 8/18

12:56 pm-11:55 am

2 stops24h 59m

Oakland

Fri 8/22

12:35 pm-10:19 am

2 stops19h 44m

$678

RochesterOakland

RST - OAK

RSTOAK

Rochester

Fri 9/19

11:25 am-4:24 pm

2 stops6h 59m

Oakland

Mon 9/22

12:37 pm-11:28 pm

2 stops8h 51m

$1,459

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 8/28

2:48 pm-4:53 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

$59

MinneapolisOakland

MSP - OAK

MSPOAK

Minneapolis St Paul

Sun 8/17

5:06 pm-7:18 am

1 stop16h 12m

$114

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Deals found on 6/30

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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 July 3, 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.

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 July 3, 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 have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

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

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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?

  • 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 Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $140 and $169, respectively.

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

  • 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 $141, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $59. The most popular route (Minneapolis St Paul - Oakland), is priced around $118.

  • 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$98Average$184FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$219Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$257Average$417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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