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$131+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Oakland, CA (SFO - 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 8/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — OAK
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$223
(Trip.com)

One-way from

$131
(Alaska Airlines)
From San Francisco to Oakland
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Oakland
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This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:00 amSFO - OAK
1 stop15h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/206:00 amOAK - SFO
1 stop15h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$223
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 12/411:30 amSFO - OAK
1 stop7h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/86:45 pmOAK - SFO
1 stop4h 55mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$228

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

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San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Tue 8/19

8:00 am-11:27 pm

1 stop15h 27m

Oakland

Wed 8/20

6:00 am-9:21 pm

1 stop15h 21m

$223

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Thu 12/4

11:30 am-7:14 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Oakland

Mon 12/8

6:45 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$228

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$131

San FranciscoOakland

SFO - OAK

SFOOAK

San Francisco

Sat 10/11

6:21 pm-11:32 pm

2 stops29h 11m

$299

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Oakland

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 31, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Oakland, California in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 17% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines from San Francisco to Oakland have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Oakland, California round-trip from $234.

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from San Francisco 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 airline flying from San Francisco to Oakland

Discover the top airline that operate flights from San Francisco 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 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$181Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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