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Cheapest round-trip
$233
Typical prices: $330-$493
Alaska Airlines
Tue 9/29Tue 10/6
STL - OAK • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way
$121
Typical prices: $230-$568
Frontier
Mon 9/28
STL - OAK • 1 stop
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Cheapest • from $233 (round-trip)
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Cheapest • Avg $312 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 10m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Oakland (STL-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from St. Louis to Oakland 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Oakland

Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 6:12 pm
STL
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OAK
13h 43m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 11:59 pm
OAK
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STL
14h 55m
2 stops
$233Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:28 pm
STL
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OAK
16h 59m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 5:10 pm
OAK
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STL
22h 00m
2 stops
$233Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Thu, Sep 17
Frontier Logo
12:17 pm - 5:56 pm
STL
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OAK
7h 39m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:51 pm - 11:27 am
OAK
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STL
14h 36m
1 stop
$256Frontier
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:28 pm
STL
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OAK
16h 59m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:04 am - 11:59 pm
OAK
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STL
14h 55m
2 stops
$284Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:29 am - 9:28 pm
STL
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OAK
16h 59m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
3:13 pm - 5:10 pm
OAK
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STL
23h 57m
2 stops
$284Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 11:59 pm
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OAK
7h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 12:44 am
OAK
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STL
5h 44m
1 stop
$361Delta
Mon, Oct 19 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
7:00 pm - 11:56 pm
STL
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OAK
6h 56m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 12:44 am
OAK
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STL
5h 42m
1 stop
$361Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
Delta Logo
6:55 pm - 11:59 pm
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OAK
7h 04m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 12:44 am
OAK
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STL
5h 42m
1 stop
$361Delta
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
Southwest Logo
2:25 pm - 8:20 pm
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OAK
7h 55m
2 stops
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12:45 pm - 10:25 pm
OAK
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STL
7h 40m
2 stops
$371Southwest
Fri, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 14
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8:30 am - 2:00 pm
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OAK
7h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
8:05 am - 5:40 pm
OAK
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STL
7h 35m
2 stops
$372Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for St. Louis to Oakland flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Oakland, California?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from St. Louis to Oakland, California departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Oakland, California from St. Louis usually cost between $420 and $578 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $233 on Alaska Airlines (Sep 22-Sep 29).

What is the cheapest month to fly from St. Louis to Oakland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from St. Louis to Oakland, 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 St. Louis to Oakland is February, where tickets cost $0 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and January, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $688 and $544 respectively.

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Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis to Oakland

 
AI-powered summary based on content written by travel experts. AI can make mistakes.
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on OAK

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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Yulia Denisyuk

Expert on STL

Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Low season

September

Cheapest flight

$121
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 41% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking flights from St. Louis to Oakland

  • Are there allowances to upgrade to first class on flights from St. Louis to Oakland?

    You can upgrade to first class if your airline has vacant seats. The advantage of upgrading instead of originally purchasing a first-class tick is saving a few pennies. Again, the upgrading amount depends on your class fare. Mostly, your airline emails you about available seats and amenities to expect when flying first class, including exclusive dining and private working space.

  • Which airlines from St. Louis to Oakland use the origin and destination airports as hubs?

    St. Louis Airport Lambert International Airport (STL) is a hub for Air Choice One Airlines and Cape Air. This airport serves hundreds of domestic and international destinations. At the same time, Oakland International Airport (OAK) is a hub for FedEx Express. This airport is a gateway to many American destinations, serving thousands of passengers daily.

  • How do I travel to Downtown Oakland from Oakland International Airport?

    You can take the Beige-N or the Orange-N trains and arrive downtown in around 32 minutes. If you take Bus Lines 40 or 73, the trip takes approximately 1h 1 min, depending on the number of stops and traffic. A quick option on this route is a taxi or shuttle that gets you to the city in about 11 minutes.

  • Which airlines offer sustainable travel on flights from St. Louis to Oakland?

    Spirit Airlines ensures environmental sustainability by operating fuel-efficient fleets to reduce carbon emissions. In addition, these airlines recycle hazardous waste to reduce the amount of hazardous waste disposed of in landfills, leading to a healthy environment. Delta also offers an eco-friendly journey on cheap flights from St. Louis to Oakland. These airlines offset carbon by using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF). Also, these airlines use eco-friendly food packaging and recycling waste on their road to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 and protect future generations.

  • What is the cheapest flight from St. Louis to Oakland?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from St. Louis to Oakland was $121 for a one-way ticket and $233 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between St. Louis and Oakland?

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from St. Louis to Oakland. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from St. Louis to Oakland?

    On your way to Oakland, you’ll fly out from Lambert-St Louis. You’ll be landing at Oakland.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from St. Louis to Oakland?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Oakland.

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

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

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Oakland with an airline and back to St. Louis with another airline. Booking your flights between St. Louis and OAK can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from St. Louis 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 St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Oakland

  • Delta offers a special diet on cheap flights from St. Louis to Oakland. The dietary options include low-cholesterol and vegetarian meals to meet the passengers' dietary needs. These airlines recommend that you pre-order up to 24 hours before departure.
  • All airlines on the St. Louis to Oakland route require that your luggage fits in the upper cabin or beneath your seat to ensure a comfortable trip. However, most airlines have a different carry-on policy. Delta offers the most favorable carry-on option on this route.
  • St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) has several lounges where passengers can refresh before departure. USO Lounge and American Airlines Admirals Club are at Terminal 1, while the Wingtips Lounge is in Terminal 2.
  • Some airlines, including Spirit Airlines and Delta, have one or two stops on this route. However, the layover duration depends on the airline. Consider checking the flight journey to avoid inconveniences. The major layover city is Salt Lake City.
  • Some airlines, including Delta and American Airlines, have a stopover on the St. Louis to Oakland route. Popular layover cities include Chicago, Denver, Phoenix, Salt Lake City, Houston, Dallas, Las Vegas, and Seattle. The layover city and duration depends on the airline.

Reviews of the top airline flying from St. Louis to Oakland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from St. Louis to Oakland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from St. Louis to Oakland? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4227 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
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No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

10.0 ExcellentAnonymous, May 2026
PDX - OAK
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No gluten free snacks. Seats felt worn or bare bones even though it was a new 737 MAX 8.

Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Fine, but how to board on SW versus othrr airlines, is just lame. Goood staff though and all was solid otherwise.

Crew was excellent - Plane was fine. Media was good, could use more kid shows; Not a fan of the brownie brittle -- snack could be slightly better.

Everything went well, but the flight was delayed multiple times. The delays were only minutes, but it was without information on why it was delayed.

This was the second leg in a row where the Wi-Fi was down so I couldn't use my electronics for entertainment. Also, I realize that Southwest planes do not come with chargers which would have been nice since my phone was low battery and the flight was over 3 hours. The snacks and drinks are in such small portions, and the snacks aren't good.

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