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$144+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — OAK
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston Hobby to Oakland are usually found in August or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) 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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$347
(Southwest)

One-way from

$144
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$386

Good round-trip deal

$464 or less

Good one-way deal

$201 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
mié. 9/1711:20 amHOU - OAK
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
mié. 9/248:25 amOAK - HOU
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 6/12$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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.
sáb. 8/161:05 pmHOU - OAK
2 stops11h 41mDelta
sáb. 8/234:58 pmOAK - HOU
2 stops14h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/9$355
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 6/269:38 amHOU - OAK
2 stops15h 48mMultiple Airlines
lun. 6/305:23 pmOAK - HOU
2 stops15h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$466

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland that are best for you.

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Hobby

Fly to

Oakland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

mié. 8/27

3:00 pm-7:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Oakland

lun. 9/8

5:25 am-11:15 am

Nonstop3h 50m

$347

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

sáb. 8/16

1:05 pm-10:46 pm

2 stops11h 41m

Oakland

sáb. 8/23

4:58 pm-9:45 am

2 stops14h 47m

$355

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

jue. 6/26

9:38 am-11:26 pm

2 stops15h 48m

Oakland

lun. 6/30

5:23 pm-11:00 am

2 stops15h 37m

$466

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

jue. 7/31

5:59 pm-4:57 pm

1 stop24h 58m

$144

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

mar. 8/26

9:40 am-11:35 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$150

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

jue. 8/7

9:42 am-8:28 am

2 stops24h 46m

$152

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

mar. 8/12

1:05 pm-11:50 pm

2 stops12h 45m

$165

HoustonOakland

HOU - OAK

HOUOAK

Houston Hobby

jue. 7/31

2:29 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops11h 30m

$2,860

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Deals found on 6/10

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Oakland. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California is 90 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby 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 junio 12, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 22% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Hobby to Oakland. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

Plan your trip to Oakland by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Oakland, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
345 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby?

    If you book a flight to Oakland from Houston Hobby, you will be flying to Oakland, which is the city’s only airport. Oakland (OAK) is located 7.0 mi from the center of Oakland. There are 0 flights from Houston Hobby to Oakland per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Southwest is currently your cheapest option to Oakland, California, with prices starting at $347. Another option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $355 round trip. Southwest is currently priced 9% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $144 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $150 and Delta from $165 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $162. While the most popular route (Houston Hobby - Oakland) can be booked for $192 on average our data indicates $429 when flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby 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 Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport 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 Hobby to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Hobby 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$193Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$311Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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