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$78+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA to Seattle (OAK - SEA)

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OAK — SEA
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Oakland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl are usually found in October or September, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Seattle

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

Round-trip from

$166
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$78
(Expedia)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$290

Good round-trip deal

$227 or less

Good one-way deal

$131 or less
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Seattle
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Seattle. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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Wed 7/169:23 amOAK - SEA
1 stop7h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/225:30 pmSEA - OAK
1 stop6h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$166
This Alaska Airlines 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:58 pmOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 8/135:25 amSEA - OAK
1 stop3h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/9$167
This Kissandfly.com 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 Kissandfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/77:00 amOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/119:44 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$168
This Hawaiian Airlines 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/67:58 pmOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 02mHawaiian Airlines
Sat 8/99:44 pmSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 15mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 6/10$169
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.
Thu 7/319:00 pmOAK - SEA
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Mon 8/45:15 amSEA - OAK
Nonstop2h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$182
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Sat 7/124:55 pmOAK - SEA
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Tue 7/155:30 amSEA - OAK
1 stop6h 15mDelta
Deal found 6/11$227

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

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Oakland

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Seattle

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Wed 7/16

9:23 am-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 02m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/22

5:30 pm-11:33 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$166

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Wed 8/6

8:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 8/12

11:31 am-1:44 pm

Nonstop2h 13m

$167

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Thu 8/7

7:00 am-9:07 am

Nonstop2h 07m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/11

9:44 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$168

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Wed 8/6

8:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/9

5:25 am-8:48 am

1 stop3h 23m

$188

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Sat 8/2

5:05 pm-12:30 am

1 stop7h 25m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 8/4

5:15 am-7:20 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$192

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Sat 7/12

4:55 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop6h 11m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 7/15

5:30 am-11:45 am

1 stop6h 15m

$227

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Wed 9/10

11:01 am-1:06 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$78

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-4:25 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$80

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Wed 8/27

8:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop6h 26m

$82

OaklandSeattle

OAK - SEA

OAKSEA

Oakland

Mon 8/18

12:35 pm-6:25 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$89

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The best insider tips for Oakland to Seattle flights

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

For quick navigation, OAK's smaller size and efficient security make it ideal for business travelers, especially during weekday mornings.

Read more about OAKby Bill Fink
SEA

Use the Link light rail for an affordable, 40-minute ride from SEA to downtown Seattle, with ample luggage space.

Read more about SEAby Brandon Schultz
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Bill Fink

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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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SEA

Brandon Schultz

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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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Seattle

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

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

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

Booking 58 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California to Seattle. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from Oakland, California to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 SEA?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Seattle. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Oakland, California to Seattle by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Oakland, California to Seattle flight should consider departing on Saturday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Oakland, California to Seattle

Explore weekly flight availability from Oakland to Seattle. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from OAK to SEA are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).

Rainfall in Seattle by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Seattle ranges from 0.7 - 6.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Seattle when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Seattle by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Seattle, 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 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Seattle

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Seattle. 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 Seattle. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Oakland to Seattle have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,494 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Oakland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl if you want to fly from Oakland to Seattle. At least 6 different airlines have flights from Oakland (OAK) to Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) on a regular basis. There are 21 flights to Seattle from the Oakland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from OAK to SEA to be around 2h 00m.

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

    This flight path from Oakland to Seattle/Tacoma Intl was viewed by 24 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

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

    Currently priced at $166, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Oakland, California to Seattle and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $167 and $169, respectively. You may be able to fly from Oakland, California to Seattle for 35% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Alaska Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Spirit Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Oakland, California to Seattle for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Oakland, California to Seattle consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (100%), Japan Airlines (95%) or Korean Air (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $68. While the most popular route (Oakland - Seattle/Tacoma Intl) can be booked for $126 on average our data indicates $1,261 when flying from Oakland, California to Seattle.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Seattle (average of $238). Flying from Oakland, California to Seattle in July is currently the most expensive (average of $391). 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 Seattle

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Seattle. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$187FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$131Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$138Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$140Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$147Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%

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