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Flights from Los Angeles to Oakland - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Los Angeles to Oakland to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland, California?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Oakland, California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Los Angeles to Oakland, California is September, where tickets cost £67 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are October and November, where the average cost of tickets is £119 and £118 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Los Angeles to Oakland, California, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 56 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Los Angeles and Oakland, California per day?

Each day, there are between 7 and 12 nonstop flights that take off from Los Angeles and land in Oakland, California, with an average flight time of 1h 21m. The most common departure time is 10:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 64 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Sunday, when 19% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Los Angeles and Oakland, California?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Los Angeles to Oakland?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Los Angeles at 05:25 and will be landing in Oakland, California at 06:42.

What’s the latest departure time from Los Angeles to Oakland?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Los Angeles to Oakland, California jets off at 23:27 and lands at 00:50.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Los Angeles to Oakland

Low season

February

High season

March
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.

When to book flights from Los Angeles to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Los Angeles to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Los Angeles to Oakland

  • What is the cost of parking at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles International Airport offers different types of parking to suit the needs of travelers. It mainly offers two parking options—economy and terminal parking. Terminal parking has around 8,000 parking spaces, and rates average $5 for the first hour, up to $40 for 24h. The economy parking lot has 2,690 spaces, but availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The rates for economy parking average $4 per hour to $12 per day.

  • Is there an on-site airport hotel at Oakland International Airport?

    There is no hotel at the Oakland International Airport (OAK), but if you want to find a hotel close to the airport, you are spoiled with options. Numerous hotels are located near the airport, some being only a few minutes away. Some of the closest options include Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport (1.5 miles), Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland (1.5 miles), and Hilton Oakland Airport (1.5 miles).

  • Is there a Children’s Play Area at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    LAX has a Children’s Play Area at the Tom Bradley International Terminal. The play area is beach-themed, designed for children between two and 11 years old. The area features a slide, sculpted foam pieces, an interactive light table, dolphins, and beach toys. It’s a great space to keep children busy before you board the plane.

  • How do I get to downtown Oakland from Oakland International Airport?

    To get to downtown Oakland, you can take public transportation or rent a car from the airport. Three public transit options are available between OAK Airport and downtown Oakland—AC Transit, Amtrak, and BART. The AC Transit Line 805 travels between the airport and downtown Oakland every hour between 12:35am and 4:30am. The bus fare averages $1.05-$2.10.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    JetBlue, Delta, Alaska Airlines, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Los Angeles to Oakland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    The Airbus A320 (sharklets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Los Angeles to Oakland flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    There are direct flights from Los Angeles to Oakland on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland from Los Angeles is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Oakland with an airline and back to Los Angeles with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Oakland from Los Angeles up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Los Angeles to Oakland

  • Looking for a cheap flight from Oakland to Los Angeles? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £51 or less one-way.
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main airport serving Los Angeles and the surrounding metropolitan area. The airport is located 18 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles. It is the closest airport to South Bay and the Westside. Major airlines flying from LAX to Oakland include Delta, Frontier Airlines, and Spirit Airlines.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the fourth largest airport in California. It is the closest airport to the top attractions and entertainment sites in the Bay Area, and the closest one to the majority of Bay Area residents. The Oakland airport is 10 miles south of downtown Oakland.
  • To move from one terminal to another at LAX Airport, travelers are provided a courtesy shuttle that moves between terminals. The shuttle moves passengers to and from the Metro Rail Green Line Station.
  • You can take advantage of the time before your flight to look around Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can shop at LAX and buy something for your loved ones. I Love L.A. in Terminal 5 and Treat Me Sweet in Terminal B are some of the coveted places to buy a gift.
  • If you’d like to rest in a quiet and tranquil environment, the LAX Airport lounges offer you the chance to do that. The airport has several lounges that offer customers complimentary food, drinks, and snacks. Entry to the lounges is usually by membership, but the majority of lounges allow passengers to purchase a day pass or pay at the door.
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Prefer to fly direct from Los Angeles to Oakland?

Find which airlines fly direct from Los Angeles to Oakland, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Los Angeles to Oakland

Monday

Air France, China Eastern, Delta, +6 more

Air France, China Eastern, +7 more

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Air France, Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Air France, Southwest, +1 more

Thursday

Air France, China Eastern, Delta, +6 more

Air France, China Eastern, +7 more

Friday

Air France, China Eastern, Delta, +6 more

Air France, China Eastern, +7 more

Saturday

China Eastern, Delta, ITA Airways, +5 more

China Eastern, Delta, +6 more

Sunday

China Eastern, Delta, ITA Airways, +5 more

China Eastern, Delta, +6 more

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Direct returns

Oakland to Los Angeles

Monday

China Eastern, China Southern, Delta, +5 more

China Eastern, China Southern, +6 more

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

China Eastern, Delta, KLM, +4 more

China Eastern, Delta, +5 more

Friday

China Eastern, China Southern, Delta, +5 more

China Eastern, China Southern, +6 more

Saturday

China Eastern, Delta, KLM, +4 more

China Eastern, Delta, +5 more

Sunday

China Eastern, China Southern, Delta, +5 more

China Eastern, China Southern, +6 more

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directAir France
1h 22mLAX-OAK
directSouthwest
1h 25mLAX-OAK
directSpirit Airlines
1h 17mLAX-OAK

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Los Angeles - Oakland Flights

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Los Angeles (LAX)United States

Destination:

Oakland (OAK)United States

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Oakland - Los Angeles

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Compare transportation modes for Los Angeles to Oakland

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Flights£560h 00m
Trains£960h 00m
Buses£779h 05m