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$66+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Phoenix

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OAK — PHX
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Phoenix
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Phoenix. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/147:10 pm
OAK
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PHX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Fri 2/2010:15 pm
PHX
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OAK
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/247:25 pm
OAK
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PHX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Tue 3/312:40 pm
PHX
-
OAK
1 stop3h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$191
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/246:55 am
OAK
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PHX
1 stop3h 35m
Southwest
Fri 2/2710:15 pm
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$192
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 3/246:00 am
OAK
-
PHX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Sat 3/2810:50 pm
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$193
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Mon 3/165:00 am
OAK
-
PHX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Wed 3/186:00 am
PHX
-
OAK
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Thu 2/198:35 pm
OAK
-
PHX
Nonstop1h 55m
Southwest
Sat 2/215:25 am
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 3/164:49 pm
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop6h 50m
Delta
Sat 3/215:18 pm
PHX
-
OAK
1 stop4h 25m
Delta
Deal found 1/29$197
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 2/216:30 am
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop3h 30m
Southwest
Thu 2/266:00 am
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$199
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/183:30 pm
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop3h 25m
Southwest
Fri 2/206:00 am
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/27$201
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Mon 3/96:00 am
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop3h 45m
Southwest
Thu 3/125:50 am
PHX
-
OAK
Nonstop2h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 1/28$203
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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 4/2910:57 am
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop7h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/47:15 pm
PHX
-
OAK
1 stop15h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/29$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 2/244:59 pm
OAK
-
PHX
1 stop6h 43m
Delta
Fri 2/276:15 pm
PHX
-
OAK
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$205

Find flight deals from Oakland to Phoenix

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Phoenix (PH1). 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 January 29, 2026.

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Expedia
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Round-trip from

$190
(Southwest)

One-way from

$66
(Southwest)

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Average price

$311
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Phoenix that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Phoenix that are best for you.

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OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Sat 2/14

7:10 pm-10:05 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 2/20

10:15 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$190

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Thu 2/19

8:35 pm-11:30 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 2/21

5:25 am-6:35 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$195

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Fri 2/20

9:30 pm-12:25 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 2/23

7:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$207

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Tue 3/10

4:20 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop3h 35m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/14

10:50 pm-12:55 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$211

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Mon 3/2

5:45 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 20m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 3/6

7:00 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 25m

$221

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Tue 4/21

10:45 am-2:00 pm

1 stop3h 15m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 4/24

10:10 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$221

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Sun 3/1

5:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 3/7

7:00 am-11:40 am

1 stop5h 40m

$224

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Fri 5/15

5:25 am-7:15 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 5/19

8:30 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$225

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Tue 5/19

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 5/21

5:05 am-7:05 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$225

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

Wed 3/11

3:55 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

5:50 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 10m

$225

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  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Phoenix flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Oakland, California-Phoenix 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 Oakland to Phoenix

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Oakland to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Oakland, California to Phoenix is 71 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 Oakland, California to Phoenix?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $54). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in June is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 OAK to PHX?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Phoenix. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 29, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Oakland, California to Phoenix is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Oakland to Phoenix. Price data was last updated on January 24, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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.

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Brandon Schultz

Expert on PHX

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Bill Fink

Expert on OAK

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 Phoenix

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Phoenix. 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 Phoenix. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and United Airlines from Oakland to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,215 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,056 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,806 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to Phoenix. 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 from for flights from Oakland to Phoenix?

    Most people fly from Oakland (OAK) if they book a flight from Oakland to Phoenix. On average, Oakland has 4 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 4 airlines. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

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

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix can take about 1h 55m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $190. Airlines will cover a distance of 645 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

    Frontier, at $58, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Phoenix.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 79% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix are Frontier ($19), Southwest ($68), and United Airlines ($119).

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

    While on average a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix is generally $296, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $78. When looking at the most popular route, (Oakland - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $164 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $54). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in June is currently the most expensive (average of $100). 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 4 airlines flying from Oakland to Phoenix

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Phoenix. 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$58Average$131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$117Average$362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$134Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$137Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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