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$47+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Oakland, CA (SEA - 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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — OAK
ene. 11 — ene. 181
dom. 1/11
dom. 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 12, 2025.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
jue. 1/811:43 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$117
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
mar. 1/69:35 amOAK - SEA
1 stop5h 20mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
jue. 1/19:35 amOAK - SEA
1 stop5h 22mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$152
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
lun. 1/56:10 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$167
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/9. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
mié. 1/710:30 amOAK - SEA
1 stop4h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/9$175
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/319:45 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 14mAlaska Airlines
sáb. 1/36:10 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 13mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$225
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mar. 12/306:55 amSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 11mAlaska Airlines
jue. 1/811:43 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 09mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/10$227
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
mié. 12/315:15 amSEA - OAK
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
lun. 1/55:45 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$232

Find flight deals from Seattle to Oakland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$47
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$262

Good round-trip deal

$198 or less

Good one-way deal

$108 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Oakland that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Price

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

jue. 1/15

5:15 am-6:30 pm

2 stops13h 15m

Oakland

dom. 1/18

6:10 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$118

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

sáb. 2/28

8:40 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop2h 09m

Oakland

mar. 3/3

10:04 am-2:41 pm

1 stop4h 37m

$127

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

lun. 1/5

5:20 am-8:55 am

1 stop3h 35m

Oakland

jue. 1/8

10:30 am-2:43 pm

1 stop4h 13m

$136

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mié. 1/7

11:20 am-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Oakland

mié. 1/14

10:00 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$137

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

dom. 1/18

5:15 am-3:05 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Oakland

dom. 1/25

6:40 am-8:50 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$172

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mar. 1/13

5:25 am-11:57 am

1 stop6h 32m

Oakland

mar. 1/13

4:54 pm-11:22 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$177

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mié. 2/4

5:15 am-12:55 pm

2 stops7h 40m

Oakland

mié. 2/18

3:30 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops7h 35m

$177

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

jue. 1/1

5:15 am-11:15 am

1 stop6h 00m

Oakland

sáb. 1/17

5:45 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$177

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

lun. 1/5

3:05 pm-5:10 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Oakland

mié. 1/7

6:10 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

$192

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

mar. 1/6

6:55 am-9:06 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$49

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Seattle to Oakland in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Seattle-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Seattle-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Seattle-Oakland, California flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Seattle-Oakland, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Seattle to Oakland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Seattle to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Seattle to Oakland, California, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Oakland, California (average of $84). Flying from Seattle to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 SEA to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 diciembre 12, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Seattle to Oakland, California at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Seattle to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

The best insider tips for Seattle to Oakland flights

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Airports
SEA

Plan to arrive at SEA at least two hours before your flight. Use SEA Spot Saver for a smoother security experience.

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OAK

For cost-efficient travel from OAK, use BART to reach San Francisco quickly, avoiding bridge traffic.

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Bill Fink

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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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 diciembre 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to Oakland, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,007 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,817 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,180 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

SEA - MKE

The crew were excellent, flight good, but the actual space for a person to occupy for 4 hours seems to get smaller and smaller 🤣. I am not overweight, and average height….very uncomfortable,, especially when I couldn’t recliner the seat at all, and the pocket in front doesn’t accommodate a water bottle.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle to Oakland. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Seattle to Oakland?

    You will need to book a flight from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Oakland if you want to fly from Seattle to Oakland. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) to Oakland (OAK) on a regular basis. There are 11 flights to Oakland from the Seattle airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SEA to OAK to be around 2h 03m.

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

    The Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Oakland flight path was viewed by 43 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Departing from Seattle to Oakland, California will take you 2h 09m. The distance from Seattle to Oakland, California is about 672 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Seattle to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Oakland, California, with prices starting at $59. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $118 and $125, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Seattle to Oakland, California are Spirit Airlines ($28), Alaska Airlines ($68), and Hawaiian Airlines ($68).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Seattle to Oakland, California?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Seattle to Oakland, California are Icelandair (92%), British Airways (87%) and Hawaiian Airlines (87%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Seattle to Oakland, California? While on average our users pay $241, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $58. The most popular route (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Oakland), is priced around $97.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Oakland, California (average of $84). Flying from Seattle to Oakland, California in May is currently the most expensive (average of $137). 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 5 airlines flying from Seattle to Oakland

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 diciembre 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$59Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$119Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$234FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$130Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$134Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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