$24 Cheap Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Oakland (OAK)

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Cheap Flights from San Diego to Oakland (SAN-OAK)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $24 for one-way flights and $48 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, May 29 - Sun, Jun 1
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$48 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$48
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, May 29 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Sun, Jun 1, priced at $48 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Oct 23 - Sun, Oct 26
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$55 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$55
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 23 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $55 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 4
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$57 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$57
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $57 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 24 - Mon, Jun 2
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$60 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$60
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 24 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Mon, Jun 2, priced at $60 found 12 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sun, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 4
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$62 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$62
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sun, Jun 1 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $62 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Jun 6 - Tue, Jun 10
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$64 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$64
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Jun 6 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Tue, Jun 10, priced at $64 found 18 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Wed, Jun 4
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$66 Roundtrip, just found
$66
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $66 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Jun 9 - Thu, Jun 12
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$67 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$67
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jun 9 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Thu, Jun 12, priced at $67 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jun 12 - Sun, Jun 15
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$69 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$69
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jun 12 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Sun, Jun 15, priced at $69 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Sat, May 31 - Wed, Jun 4
SAN
San Diego
OAK
Oakland
$71 Roundtrip, just found
$71
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, May 31 from San Diego to Oakland, returning Wed, Jun 4, priced at $71 just found
Flights from San Diego (SAN) to Oakland (OAK)
Origin airport
San Diego Intl.
Destination airport
Oakland Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines
Roundtrip price
$48
Distance
445 mi

San Diego to Oakland Flights

The cheapest times to fly from San Diego to Oakland

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 San Diego to Oakland are during the month of May. You can find some of the cheapest flights from San Diego to Oakland with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from San Diego to Oakland

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from San Diego to Oakland: 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 San Diego to Oakland

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 San Diego to Oakland in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $24 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 San Diego to Oakland 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 San Diego to Oakland 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) start at $48. 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving SAN on May 16 2025 and touching down at OAK. The price was last updated on April 30 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from SAN to OAK?
The cheapest flights from SAN to OAK 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 San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
Fly directly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) on a Southwest Airlines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from SAN to OAK?
Travel from SAN to OAK with Spirit Airlines. This airline currently has the cheapest one-way ticket on this route, starting from $24. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from SAN on July 9 2025. Prices were last updated on April 30 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
When jetting out of San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN), you can choose from an average of 7 daily direct flights to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
More travelers fly between SAN and OAK at 3 PM than at any other time. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you’re likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from SAN to OAK?
If you travel on a Sunday, you’ll get the largest range of choices for flights from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK).
What is the earliest flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
Take the earliest flight at around 6:25AM UTC-8, leaving from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN). You’ll be in the air for roughly 1h 40m, arriving at Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) at approximately 8:05AM UTC-8.
How long does it take to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
Flights from SAN to OAK have an average travel time of 1 hour and 38 minutes. The distance between the two airports is 450 mi.
What is the best time to fly from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
To land at Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) on time, opt for a flight that takes off from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**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 Oakland from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN)?
San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) has direct flights to Oakland. These are a few of the airports you can fly to without stops:

  • San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)
  • Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)
  • Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from SAN to OAK are usually more expensive. For the cheapest rates, start searching for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it’s possible to find a cheap ticket right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a SAN to OAK flight and hotel package?
You can save money by booking a SAN to OAK flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it’s simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you’ve chosen your ideal accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like tours, car rentals and activities.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) to Oakland Intl. Airport (OAK)?
If you booked your SAN to OAK flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it without fees. Depending on the airline and the fare type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for further details.

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