$57 Cheap Flights from Oakland (OAK) to Los Angeles (LAX)

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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Los Angeles (OAK-LAX)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $57 for one-way flights and $114 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 13
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$114 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$114
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $114 found 9 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 11 - Sun, Aug 17
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$116 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 11 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $116 found 23 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 14
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$120 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$120
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Thu, Aug 14, priced at $120 found 7 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 3
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$126 Roundtrip, just found
$126
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $126 just found
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 24
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$138 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$138
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Aug 14 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Sun, Aug 24, priced at $138 found 8 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Fri, Aug 15
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$139 Roundtrip, just found
$139
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $139 just found
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 3
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$152 Roundtrip, just found
$152
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Sep 3, priced at $152 just found
Hawaiian Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Wed, Oct 8
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$203 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
$203
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hawaiian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 8, priced at $203 found 4 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Sat, Jan 17 - Wed, Jan 21
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$239 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Sat, Jan 17 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Jan 21, priced at $239 found 3 days ago
Delta
Sat, Sep 27 - Wed, Oct 1
OAK
Oakland
LAX
Los Angeles
$395 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$395
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Sep 27 from Oakland to Los Angeles, returning Wed, Oct 1, priced at $395 found 3 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Oakland (OAK) to Los Angeles (LAX)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $48 - $126 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Los Angeles

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Bob Hope BUR. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 18 minutes. Flights from $106
BUR
Bob Hope
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center18 min
Flights from $106
Select flight to Long Beach Municipal LGB. Average driving time to city center is 27 minutes. Flights from $210
LGB
Long Beach Municipal
Average driving time to city center27 min
Flights from $210
Flights from Oakland (OAK) to Los Angeles (LAX)
Origin airport
Oakland Intl.
Destination airport
Los Angeles Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines
Roundtrip price
$114
Distance
336 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 27 mins

Oakland to Los Angeles Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Oakland to Los Angeles

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Oakland to Los Angeles are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Oakland to Los Angeles with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Oakland to Los Angeles

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Oakland to Los Angeles: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Oakland to Los Angeles

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Oakland to Los Angeles in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $57 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Oakland to Los Angeles flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Oakland to Los Angeles airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) cost?
Cheap return flights from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) start from $123. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Southwest Airlines flight leaving OAK on August 16 2025 and touching down at LAX. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from OAK to LAX?
The cheapest flights from OAK to LAX are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Fly directly from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from OAK to LAX?
Travel from OAK to LAX with Southwest Airlines. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way fare for this route, starting from $85. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from OAK on October 16 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
With, on average, 5 direct flights that operate from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) each day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Flights between OAK and LAX are busiest at 8 AM. If you'd like a quieter trip and possibly cheaper tickets, look for a time when demand is lower.
What day of the week has the most flights from OAK to LAX?
Friday offers the most flights from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX). Consider leaving on this day and you'll have a greater chance of finding a schedule that works for you.
What is the earliest flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)'s earliest flight to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) is at approximately 5:40AM UTC-8. With a total journey time of 1h 25m, you'll touch down at around 7:05AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
The average flight duration from OAK to LAX is 1 hour and 26 minutes, covering a distance of 340 mi.
What airline has the least delays from OAK to LAX?
Consider traveling with Spirit Airlines if you'd like to go straight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) without any holdups. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time performance of 86%. Want to get notified of any changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Choose a flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Los Angeles from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
Touch down at one of these Los Angeles airports following your direct flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK):

  • Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
  • Bob Hope Airport (BUR)
  • Los Angeles - Ontario Intl. Airport (ONT)
  • Long Beach Municipal Airport (LGB)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book your flight from OAK to LAX often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Be flexible with your travel plans to boost your chances of getting a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book an OAK to LAX flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking an OAK to LAX flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, managing everything in one place takes the hassle out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and choose from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles Intl. Airport (LAX)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your OAK to LAX flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked over 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's policies and fees on flight changes, or if you need further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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