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£39 Find cheap flights from Oakland, California 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 23/5. 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 flight deals from Oakland to San Diego (OAK-SAN)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip 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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20:20 - 21:55OAK-SAN
1h 35mdirect
11:50 - 13:20SAN-OAK
1h 30mdirect
£170Southwest
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Sun, 29 Sep - Thu, 3 Oct
13:15 - 23:01OAK-SAN
9h 46m2 stops
19:13 - 23:55SAN-OAK
4h 42m1 stop
£175Delta
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Tue, 10 Sep - Fri, 13 Sep
17:15 - 23:51OAK-SAN
6h 36m1 stop
19:19 - 23:54SAN-OAK
4h 35m1 stop
£176Delta
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Wed, 7 Aug - Fri, 9 Aug
09:45 - 11:20OAK-SAN
1h 35mdirect
07:15 - 10:55SAN-OAK
3h 40m1 stop
£177Southwest
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Sun, 29 Sep - Thu, 3 Oct
13:15 - 22:58OAK-SAN
9h 43m2 stops
19:19 - 23:54SAN-OAK
4h 35m1 stop
£180Delta
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Wed, 7 Aug - Fri, 9 Aug
18:20 - 16:16OAK-SAN
21h 56m1 stop
17:40 - 16:34SAN-OAK
22h 54m1 stop
£211Sun Country Air
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Fri, 7 Jun - Sun, 9 Jun
05:50 - 12:03OAK-SAN
6h 13m1 stop
06:15 - 12:14SAN-OAK
5h 59m1 stop
£236Delta
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Fri, 31 May - Sun, 2 Jun
16:50 - 22:47OAK-SAN
5h 57m1 stop
17:16 - 23:51SAN-OAK
6h 35m1 stop
£237Delta
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Sat, 18 May - Mon, 20 May
08:52 - 19:49OAK-SAN
10h 57m2 stops
06:45 - 23:55SAN-OAK
17h 10m2 stops
£345Alaska Airlines
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Wed, 7 Aug - Sat, 10 Aug
14:29 - 22:43OAK-SAN
8h 14m1 stop
14:00 - 23:48SAN-OAK
9h 48m1 stop
£352Alaska Airlines
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Thu, 3 Oct - Mon, 7 Oct

Flights from Oakland to San Diego - Travel Insights & Trends

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, California to San Diego?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Oakland, California 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, California to San Diego is January, where tickets cost £150 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of tickets is £218 and £206 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Oakland, California to San Diego, 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 Oakland, California to San Diego, you should book around 2 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 90 days before departure.

Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Oakland to San Diego?

The cheapest price for the route for each airline clicked by KAYAK users in the last 72 hours.
In the last 72 hours, the cheapest one-way ticket from Oakland to San Diego found on KAYAK was with Spirit Airlines for £39. Southwest proposed a return connection from £170 and Delta from £175.

How many flights are there between Oakland, California and San Diego per day?

Each day, there are between 8 and 16 nonstop flights that take off from Oakland, California and land in San Diego, with an average flight time of 1h 30m. The most common departure time is 06:00 and most flights take off in the morning. Each week, there are 80 flights. The most frequent day of departure is Tuesday, when 20% of all weekly flights depart. The fewest flights depart on a Saturday.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Oakland, California and San Diego?

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 Oakland to San Diego?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Oakland, California at 05:20 and will be landing in San Diego at 06:55.

What’s the latest departure time from Oakland to San Diego?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Oakland, California to San Diego jets off at 21:00 and lands at 22:30.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from Oakland to San Diego

Low season

January

High season

July

Cheapest flight

£39
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 17% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 4% 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, California to San Diego?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland, California to San Diego was £49 for a one-way ticket and £213 for a return.

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

    Alaska Airlines, JetBlue, Delta, and American Airlines 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 Airbus A320 (sharklets) 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.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Oakland to San Diego

  • Looking for a cheap flight from San Diego to Oakland? 25% of our users found flights on this route for £80 or less round-trip.
  • 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.
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Prefer to fly direct from Oakland to San Diego?

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

Direct departures

Oakland to San Diego

Monday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Tuesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Wednesday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Thursday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Friday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Saturday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Sunday

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

Southwest, Spirit Airlines

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Book cheap flights from Oakland to San Diego

Cheapest flights to San Diego from Oakland found in 2024

Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Oakland to San Diego found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
23/5Thu
1 stopSpirit Airlines
3h 44mOAK-SAN
£39
4/6Tue
1 stopDelta
4h 53mOAK-SAN
£77
7/8Wed
2 stopsDelta
9h 43mOAK-SAN
£81
31/5Fri
1 stopDelta
6h 13mOAK-SAN
£85
4/7Thu
1 stopDelta
5h 49mOAK-SAN
£91
23/5Thu
directSpirit Airlines
1h 36mOAK-SAN
£92
3/8Sat
2 stopsDelta
9h 56mOAK-SAN
£95
28/6Fri
1 stopAlaska Airlines
17h 59mOAK-SAN
£281
14/5Tue
2 stopsAlaska Airlines
11h 15mOAK-SAN
£300
14/5Tue
1 stopAlaska Airlines
5h 58mOAK-SAN
£524

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Last minute flights from Oakland to San Diego

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Oakland to San Diego that are departing in the next 10 days.
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
6h 13mOAK-SAN
9/5Thu
multi-stopDelta
4h 31mSAN-OAK
£711
7/5Tue
multi-stopDelta
9h 36mOAK-SAN
9/5Thu
multi-stopDelta
6h 35mSAN-OAK
£844

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Oakland - San Diego Flights

Departure:

Oakland (OAK)United States

Destination:

San Diego (SAN)United States

Return flight deals:

San Diego - Oakland

Cabin classes:

£80

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