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£27 Find Cheap Flights from Oakland to San Diego

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Oakland to San Diego departing on 16/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Oakland to San Diego, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to San Diego (OAK-SAN)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from Oakland to San Diego that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from Oakland to San Diego

Thu, 28 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
Southwest Logo
07:40 - 09:10OAK-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Southwest Logo
18:05 - 19:40SAN-OAK
1h 35mdirect
£71Southwest
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Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
Southwest Logo
08:45 - 10:15OAK-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Southwest Logo
16:35 - 21:40SAN-OAK
5h 05m1 stop
£79Southwest
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Tue, 2 Sep - Tue, 9 Sep
Southwest Logo
15:35 - 19:25OAK-SAN
3h 50m1 stop
Southwest Logo
13:35 - 18:10SAN-OAK
4h 35m1 stop
£86Southwest
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Wed, 9 Jul - Mon, 15 Sep
Southwest Logo
07:00 - 08:30OAK-SAN
1h 30mdirect
Southwest Logo
07:50 - 09:25SAN-OAK
1h 35mdirect
£88Southwest
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Sat, 9 Aug - Tue, 12 Aug
Delta Logo
16:55 - 22:39OAK-SAN
5h 44m1 stop
Delta Logo
17:02 - 23:50SAN-OAK
6h 48m1 stop
£123Delta
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Tue, 5 Aug - Sat, 16 Aug
Delta Logo
06:00 - 12:22OAK-SAN
6h 22m1 stop
Delta Logo
17:02 - 22:46SAN-OAK
5h 44m1 stop
£127Delta
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Tue, 23 Sep - Sat, 27 Sep
Delta Logo
05:55 - 15:20OAK-SAN
9h 25m2 stops
Delta Logo
06:15 - 16:31SAN-OAK
10h 16m2 stops
£130Delta
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Tue, 23 Sep - Fri, 26 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:00 - 19:03OAK-SAN
11h 03m2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
20:03 - 13:36SAN-OAK
17h 33m2 stops
£215Alaska Airlines
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Mon, 15 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:30 - 22:53OAK-SAN
8h 23m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:03 - 08:59SAN-OAK
18h 56m1 stop
£222Alaska Airlines
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Sun, 14 Sep - Wed, 17 Sep
Alaska Airlines Logo
14:30 - 23:53OAK-SAN
9h 23m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
08:43 - 19:18SAN-OAK
10h 35m2 stops
£227Alaska Airlines
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Expert advice for your flight from Oakland to San Diego

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarisation of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
Southwest

Southwest offers two free checked bags, ideal for travelers with extra luggage needs.


Download the Southwest app for easy flight management and updates.

Read more about Southwestby Blane Bachelor
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seat offers 20-inch width and extra legroom for a fee.


Spirit's Wi-Fi allows gate-to-gate connectivity, perfect for staying online throughout the flight.

Airports
OAK

At OAK, plan for an extra half hour at security, as lines can be long. The compact layout makes gate access quick once through.

Read more about OAKby Gabriel Leigh
SAN

For a quick, cheap ride to downtown San Diego, take the Route 992 bus from SAN. It runs every 15 minutes and costs much less than a car.

Read more about SANby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on Southwest

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specialising in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favourite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history.

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Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez

Joe Cortez is a seasoned managing editor in aviation with over a decade of industry experience. His work has been featured on prominent platforms such as FlyerTalk and TripSavvy, establishing him as a respected voice in aviation journalism.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAN

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon travels every week and makes friends with stray cats wherever he goes. Dogs, too... he once brought one home to the US from the Amalfi Coast. He’s written 6 books, visited 6 continents (still waiting on Antarctica), and would eat ice cream 6 times a day if he could. He lives in Brooklyn, New York, with his partner and three cats.

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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Oakland to San Diego flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland to San Diego, 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 Oakland to San Diego is September, where tickets cost £71 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £138 and £135 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland to San Diego?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland to San Diego, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Oakland to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 22 weeks before departure.


Good to know - Cheap tickets from Oakland to San Diego

Low seasonJanuary
High seasonOctober
Cheapest flight£27
Best time to beat the crowds (0% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 32% lower on average.
Flight from Oakland to San Diego

When to book flights from Oakland to San Diego

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Oakland to San Diego 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 Oakland to San Diego

  • How can I get to OAK from downtown Oakland?

    The best way to get to OAK from downtown Oakland is via train. The BART station links the airport to downtown San Francisco, Oakland, and other locations within the Bay Area. The train services run every 6min except in the period between 11 pm and midnight when they run every 20min. The train will drop you off at a station that is located directly across from Terminals 1 and 2.

  • Are service animals allowed at SAN?

    If you're traveling with a service animal, you're in luck because SAN has a dog therapy team. The team improves the client experience by relieving stress through interaction with animals. Animal comfort is provided by experienced dog handlers who roam through each terminal's gates, relieving animals and conveying important information.

  • How early should I get to OAK for my flight?

    Even though flight times vary based on the day and time, OAK recommends arriving at least 2h before your trip. Arriving early will give you enough time to complete the usual airport check-ins and security checks and grab a bite to eat before the flight.

  • Does SAN have CLEAR?

    SAN has CLEAR kiosks at Terminal 2. CLEAR is a biometric technology that allows travelers to verify and validate their identification digitally. As a result, security wait times are reduced. It is open from 4:15 am until 8:30 pm every day. If you arrive at SAN while the kiosks are still open, you should take advantage of it to avoid a long line.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Oakland to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to San Diego was £37 for a one-way ticket and £97 for a return.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Oakland to San Diego?

    Alaska Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, American Airlines, and Delta offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Oakland to San Diego flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Oakland to San Diego?

    The Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Oakland to San Diego flight route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Oakland to San Diego?

    There are direct flights from Oakland to San Diego on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Oakland to San Diego?

    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 Oakland to San Diego.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Diego from Oakland 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 Oakland to San Diego?

    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 San Diego with an airline and back to Oakland with another airline.

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

    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 San Diego from Oakland up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Oakland to San Diego

  • If you arrive early at Oakland International Airport (OAK), take advantage of the highly-rated Escape Lounge at the airport. The Escape Lounge is the only lounge available at the airport. It is open to all, regardless of your airline. Located in Terminal 1, across from Gate 9, between Gates 8 and 8A, it boasts fresh food, a nice relaxation area, and complimentary Wi-Fi.
  • Navigating through OAK is easy as terminals are located next to each other. The airport has dedicated walkways both inside and outside of the secure area. Inside the secure area, the connector is located near Gate 4 and Gate 20. Outside the secure area, the walkway can be found just outside the terminal buildings.
  • Traveling mothers can now relax knowing that San Diego International Airport (SAN) provides complimentary access to nursing rooms. The rooms are scattered throughout Terminals 1 and 2. Each area has soft lighting, comfortable chairs, running water, electrical outlets, and a children's seat. The rooms are intended to provide women with adequate space and comfort while at the airport.
  • People with limited mobility tend to have an easy time at SAN, as this airport boasts accessible-to-all amenities. They also have an easy time because this airport boasts several volunteers and staff stationed at strategic positions within the airport to help people with specific needs.
  • If you have time, explore SAN's public art collection, which is spread throughout the airport. Pieces in the public art collection range from bold statements to subtle interventions. Each item is expertly integrated into the airport environment with the help of artists from the planning and design stages.

Prefer to fly direct from Oakland to San Diego?

Find which airlines fly direct from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Oakland to San Diego

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Direct returns

San Diego to Oakland

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest

Southwest

Wednesday

Southwest

Southwest

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest

Southwest

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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