Oakland

$49+ Cheap flights from the United States 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LAX — OAK
Mar 13 — Mar 201
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Cheapest flights from USA to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from USA to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:45 pm
SEA
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OAK
Nonstop2h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 3/86:15 am
OAK
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SEA
Nonstop2h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$143
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/118:15 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Wed 3/187:25 pm
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10$147
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/119:45 pm
SEA
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OAK
Nonstop2h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/187:00 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$152
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/129:45 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 13m
Hawaiian Airlines
Sat 3/146:15 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 13m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/10$153
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/79:45 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 3/96:15 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/10$154
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/72:30 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 07m
Hawaiian Airlines
Mon 3/96:15 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 13m
Hawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/10$155
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:15 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 17m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/116:20 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/8$156
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Thu 3/129:45 pm
SEA
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OAK
Nonstop2h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 3/257:00 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9$157
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 3/108:15 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 15m
Southwest
Tue 3/171:25 pm
OAK
-
SEA
2 stops9h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 2/8$162
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/102:30 pm
SEA
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/126:15 am
OAK
-
SEA
Nonstop2h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/11$164
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:00 pm
PDX
-
OAK
1 stop6h 51m
Delta
Sat 3/145:55 am
OAK
-
PDX
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Deal found 2/10$167
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/145:30 am
SEA
-
OAK
1 stop6h 21m
Delta
Wed 3/254:49 pm
OAK
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SEA
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Deal found 2/9$167

Find flight deals from USA to Oakland

Keep the following information in mind while searching for USA to Oakland flight deals. Data was last updated February 11, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(SmartFares)

One-way from

$49
(Alaska Airlines)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$373

Good round-trip deal

$117 or less

Good one-way deal

$49 or less
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From USA to Oakland
One-way flight from USA to Oakland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price ($15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from USA to Oakland.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from USA to Oakland.

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

Fly from

USA

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 3/10

8:15 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Oakland

Tue 3/17

7:00 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$147

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/11

9:45 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Oakland

Mon 3/16

6:15 am-8:28 am

Nonstop2h 13m

$152

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 3/11

9:45 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

Oakland

Wed 3/18

7:00 am-9:11 am

Nonstop2h 11m

$152

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 3/5

9:50 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Oakland

Sun 3/8

9:50 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$157

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Fri 5/1

5:00 am-12:10 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Oakland

Tue 5/5

7:25 am-9:05 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$167

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Wed 4/1

5:15 am-1:15 pm

1 stop8h 00m

Oakland

Sat 4/4

8:10 pm-12:55 am

1 stop4h 45m

$167

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/1

7:20 am-9:35 am

Nonstop2h 15m

Oakland

Wed 5/6

2:05 pm-8:20 pm

2 stops6h 15m

$167

SeattleOakland

SEA - OAK

SEAOAK

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/1

6:15 pm-12:05 am

1 stop5h 50m

Oakland

Sun 5/3

9:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$167

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Sat 5/2

7:21 am-6:15 pm

1 stop10h 54m

Oakland

Wed 5/13

9:30 am-11:12 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$170

PortlandOakland

PDX - OAK

PDXOAK

Portland

Mon 3/9

9:50 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Oakland

Mon 3/16

5:35 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$171

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Best time to book a flight from USA to Oakland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from the United States to Oakland

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Oakland, California (average of $35). Flying from USA to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $64). 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 US to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from USA 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 February 11, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 36% on flights from USA to Oakland, California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from USA to Oakland. Price data was last updated on September 28, 2025.

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

How often are flights from the United States to Oakland delayed?

About 12% of weekly flights between United States and Oakland have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 107 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for the United States to Oakland flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on the United States to Oakland flights?

Over the last year, Southwest have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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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 February 11, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from the United States to Oakland. 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.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

robert,Feb 2026

LAS - SAN

The good customer service team made you fell welcome on the flight.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from USA 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 United States?

    Located just 7.0 mi from the city center, Oakland (OAK) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Oakland from United States.

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

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

    A quick flight from USA to Oakland, California can take about 2h 13m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $152. Airlines will cover a distance of 672 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    $19 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $22 and $28, respectively.

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

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

    While on average a flight from USA to Oakland, California is generally $267, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $96. When looking at the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Oakland), you can expect to pay $147 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from USA to Oakland, California (average of $35). Flying from USA to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $64). 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 8 airlines flying from USA to Oakland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from USA 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 February 11, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$124FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$58Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
United AirlinesCheapest$68Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$89Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
JetBlueCheapest$98Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$412FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%

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