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$53+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Phoenix

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OAK — PHX
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$137
(Southwest)

One-way from

$53
(CheapOair)

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October

Average price

$273
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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 junio 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
lun. 9/158:15 pmOAK - PHX
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
mié. 9/179:05 amPHX - OAK
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$137
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jue. 6/265:30 amOAK - PHX
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
jue. 6/2612:54 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop10h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$156
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. 8/76:00 amOAK - AZA
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 8/1010:25 pmAZA - OAK
1 stop25h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11$158
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
mié. 8/276:00 amOAK - PHX
1 stop6h 13mDelta
sáb. 8/305:20 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop5h 26mDelta
Deal found 6/10$197
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 9/307:03 pmOAK - PHX
1 stop25h 17mAlaska Airlines
jue. 10/91:51 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop10h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/11$271
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mar. 7/15:23 pmOAK - PHX
3 stops25h 03mMultiple Airlines
vie. 7/412:54 pmPHX - OAK
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$272
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/911:49 amOAK - AZA
1 stop11h 04mAllegiant Air
lun. 7/146:10 amAZA - OAK
1 stop14h 15mAllegiant Air
Deal found 6/12$355

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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

lun. 9/15

8:15 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

mié. 9/17

9:05 am-11:10 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$137

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

jue. 6/26

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 19m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

jue. 6/26

12:54 pm-11:26 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$156

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

jue. 8/7

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

dom. 8/10

10:25 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop25h 08m

$158

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

mié. 8/27

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop6h 13m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

sáb. 8/30

5:20 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop5h 26m

$197

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

mar. 9/30

7:03 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop25h 17m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

lun. 10/13

7:00 am-8:45 am

1 stop25h 45m

$265

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

mar. 7/1

5:23 pm-6:26 pm

3 stops25h 03m

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

vie. 7/4

12:54 pm-8:43 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$272

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

mié. 7/9

11:49 am-10:53 pm

1 stop11h 04m

Phoenix-Mesa Gateway

lun. 7/14

6:10 am-8:25 pm

1 stop14h 15m

$355

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

lun. 6/30

5:30 am-11:49 am

1 stop6h 19m

$53

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - PHX

OAKPHX

Oakland

mar. 8/12

12:10 pm-2:05 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

$69

OaklandPhoenix

OAK - AZA

OAKAZA

Oakland

jue. 7/17

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$77

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The best insider tips for Oakland to Phoenix flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Oakland to Phoenix trip
Airports
OAK

For business travelers, OAK's Terminal 2 is busiest on Monday mornings and Thursday afternoons. Allocate extra time for security during these peak times.

Read more about OAKby Bill Fink
PHX

For quick access to Downtown Phoenix, take a taxi from PHX. It's a flat rate and faster than public transport, taking as little as 10 minutes.

Read more about PHXby Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

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 Fink

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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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Phoenix

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Phoenix from Oakland with our price prediction graph.
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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 June 9, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Oakland, California to Phoenix is 65 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 junio 12, 2025.

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 24% 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 September 22, 2024.

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

Rainfall in Phoenix by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Phoenix by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Oakland to Phoenix by reading reviews from past customers. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Allegiant Air
7.3
Good
725 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

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 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 6 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 6 airlines. Oakland is conveniently located just 7.0 mi from Oakland’s city center.

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

    Southwest, at $137, was found to be the cheapest airline from Oakland, California to Phoenix.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Delta. Southwest is currently priced 46% 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 Spirit Airlines ($53), Southwest ($69), and Allegiant Air ($97).

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

    While on average a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix is generally $270, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $94. When looking at the most popular route, (Oakland - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl), you can expect to pay $137 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Phoenix (average of $258). Flying from Oakland, California to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $337). 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 6 airlines flying from Oakland to Phoenix

Discover the top 6 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$56Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$91Average$170FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$103Average$244FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$150Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$153Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$176Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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