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$145+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA (OAK) to Saint Paul, MN

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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — MSP
Mar 21 — Mar 281
Sat 3/21
Sat 3/28
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Saint Paul

Cheapest flights from Oakland to Saint Paul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Saint Paul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 19, 2026.

This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 8/227:13 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop15h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 8/291:05 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop8h 14m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/18$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/15. 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 3/1711:55 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Tue 3/246:20 am
MSP
-
OAK
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 2/15$294
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/217:00 am
OAK
-
MSP
2 stops31h 15m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/245:11 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop7h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/16$311
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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.
Tue 7/71:20 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop8h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 7/174:57 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop7h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/17$314
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/1711:55 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop7h 35m
Southwest
Sat 5/166:30 am
MSP
-
OAK
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/17$319
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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.
Tue 3/1710:04 am
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop28h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/245:12 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop8h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/16$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 3/174:49 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop5h 10m
Delta
Tue 3/248:00 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop5h 46m
Delta
Deal found 2/16$324
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 8/225:55 am
OAK
-
MSP
2 stops9h 19m
Delta
Sat 8/2912:45 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop5h 46m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$329
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/236:20 am
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop15h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 5/13:04 pm
MSP
-
OAK
2 stops24h 11m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$331
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/157:00 am
OAK
-
MSP
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Thu 4/166:10 pm
MSP
-
OAK
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/16$333
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/16. 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 4/88:10 pm
OAK
-
MSP
1 stop18h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/145:12 pm
MSP
-
OAK
1 stop8h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/16$336

Find flight deals from Oakland to Saint Paul

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Oakland to Saint Paul flight deals. Data was last updated February 19, 2026.

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Round-trip from

$289
(Southwest)

One-way from

$145
(CheapOair)

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July

Average price

$363
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Saint Paul 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 February 19, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Saint Paul that are best for you.

Fly from

Oakland

Fly to

Saint Paul

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Tue 7/28

1:20 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 36m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 8/11

4:57 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$289

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Wed 3/25

4:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Mon 3/30

8:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$289

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Tue 4/7

11:55 pm-9:25 am

1 stop7h 30m

Minneapolis St Paul

Thu 4/9

3:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$294

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Mon 6/22

7:50 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop15h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 6/26

2:33 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$323

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Mon 6/29

7:50 pm-1:37 pm

1 stop15h 47m

Minneapolis St Paul

Fri 7/3

2:33 pm-10:47 pm

1 stop10h 14m

$323

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Tue 3/17

10:04 am-4:16 pm

1 stop28h 12m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/24

5:12 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$323

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Tue 3/17

4:49 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 3/24

8:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop5h 46m

$324

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Fri 7/17

5:05 pm-12:30 am

1 stop5h 25m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 7/21

8:20 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop5h 29m

$324

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Wed 4/8

8:10 pm-4:16 pm

1 stop18h 06m

Minneapolis St Paul

Tue 4/14

5:12 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$336

OaklandMinneapolis

OAK - MSP

OAKMSP

Oakland

Sat 5/16

7:00 am-5:58 pm

1 stop8h 58m

$145

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Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Saint Paul

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Saint Paul

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Saint Paul (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to Saint Paul in February 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 OAK to SA1?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Saint Paul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 19, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Oakland, California to Saint Paul 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 22% on airfare.

Reviews of airlines servicing Saint Paul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Saint Paul. 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 Saint Paul. Reviews last updated February 19, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Sun Country Air from Oakland to Saint Paul to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,214 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Sun Country Air
6.8
Okay
341 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Oakland to Saint Paul?

    If you book a flight to Saint Paul from Oakland, you will be flying from 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 Oakland to Saint Paul per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Oakland, California to Saint Paul in 5h 10m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, Delta, or Southwest to get the fastest option. There are 1574 mi between Oakland, California and Saint Paul. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Sun Country Air. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $139 and $144, respectively.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $253 for a flight from Oakland, California to Saint Paul. The cheapest flight overall is $154 while the most popular route, (Oakland - Minneapolis St Paul) is currently priced at $289.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Saint Paul?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to Saint Paul 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 Saint Paul?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Saint Paul (average of $118). Flying from Oakland, California to Saint Paul in February 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 Oakland to Saint Paul

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Saint Paul. 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 19, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$116Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$278Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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