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$170 Find Cheap Flights from St. Louis to Oakland

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from St. Louis to Oakland, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from St. Louis to Oakland, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Everything you should know

Cheapest round-trip
$322
Typical prices: $358-$415
Alaska Airlines
Tue 3/10Wed 3/11
STL - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$161
Typical prices: $138-$259
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/9
STL - OAK • 1 stop
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Avoid peak hours at STL for smoother security checks.
Use BART from OAK for a quick trip to San Francisco.
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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.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from St. Louis to Oakland

Tue, Mar 10 - Wed, Mar 11
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:43 pmSTL-OAK
12h 43m1 stop
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6:30 am - 11:56 pmOAK-STL
15h 26m1 stop
$322Alaska Airlines
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Sat, Dec 6 - Fri, Jan 16
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:32 pmSTL-OAK
8h 32m1 stop
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8:10 am - 10:51 pmOAK-STL
12h 41m1 stop
$332Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 15
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 10:41 amSTL-OAK
29h 41m1 stop
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11:21 am - 11:59 pmOAK-STL
10h 38m1 stop
$341Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 27
Southwest Logo
6:45 pm - 12:20 amSTL-OAK
7h 35m1 stop
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10:25 am - 7:00 pmOAK-STL
6h 35m1 stop
$359Southwest
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Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 7
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7:35 am - 2:30 pmSTL-OAK
8h 55m1 stop
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2:45 pm - 10:20 pmOAK-STL
5h 35m1 stop
$360Southwest
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Thu, Dec 25 - Wed, Jan 7
Southwest Logo
7:35 am - 1:00 pmSTL-OAK
7h 25m1 stop
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5:25 am - 5:10 pmOAK-STL
9h 45m2 stops
$365Southwest
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Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Jan 8
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2:38 pm - 12:08 amSTL-OAK
11h 30m2 stops
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12:38 pm - 9:35 pmOAK-STL
6h 57m1 stop
$366Delta
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Wed, Dec 10 - Mon, Dec 15
Delta Logo
6:39 am - 4:04 pmSTL-OAK
11h 25m2 stops
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12:30 pm - 11:29 pmOAK-STL
8h 59m2 stops
$371Delta
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Tue, Dec 2 - Wed, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
5:00 am - 9:00 amSTL-OAK
6h 00m1 stop
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7:00 am - 2:15 pmOAK-STL
5h 15m1 stop
$379Southwest
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Wed, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 13
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 4:04 pmSTL-OAK
10h 59m2 stops
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 11:27 pmOAK-STL
8h 57m2 stops
$385Delta
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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 March.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from St. Louis to Oakland?

The average price of all round-trip flights from St. Louis to Oakland clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Oakland on a Thursday and more expensive on a Monday. On your return trip to St. Louis, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

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 September, where tickets cost $345 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $499 and $478 respectively.

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Expert advice for your flight from St. Louis to Oakland

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization 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.
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STL

Avoid peak hours at STL for a smoother experience. Early mornings and afternoons can be crowded, affecting security and baggage claim times.

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OAK

For a quick trip to San Francisco, consider using BART from OAK. It's often faster and cheaper than driving, especially during rush hour.

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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 seasonApril
Cheapest flight$161
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 5% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from St. Louis to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from St. Louis to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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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 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from St. Louis to Oakland was $161 for a one-way ticket and $322 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?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the St. Louis to Oakland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from St. Louis to Oakland?

    SkyTeam is the only airline alliance operating flights between St. Louis and Oakland.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from St. Louis to Oakland, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from St. Louis to Oakland are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $403 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $368 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • 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 airlines flying from St. Louis to Oakland

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4241 reviews
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8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
7.0Food
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

8.0 ExcellentGreg, Oct 2025OAK - BUR
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Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

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

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

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

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Very good. Sad to learn Southwest is going start to charge for bags

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

Great flight with Delta! Boarding was quick and easy, the amenities were solid, and the plane was in great shape. The flight attendants had a fun, lively energy while staying professional. All in all, a smooth trip — even managed to catch up on some rest. Thanks, Delta!

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

My flight was canceled after being rescheduled for four days canceling my trip. Kayak and everyone affiliated with it I.e the airlines, and just fly have been excruciating to deal with. My trip to visit family had to be canceled as there was no way to make it. I am furious at all of you.

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