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Cheapest round-trip
$128
Typical prices: $219-$414
Frontier
Tue 10/30Fri 11/2
LAX - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$197
Typical prices: $220-$417
Southwest
Fri 9/14Fri 9/21
LAX - OAK • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 20m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 53% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $199 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 19m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Los Angeles to Oakland (LAX-OAK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Los Angeles to Oakland

Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:31 am - 5:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
5h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:18 am - 6:41 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
8h 23m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$128Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Thu, Sep 24
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11:30 am - 5:56 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
6h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:17 am - 3:01 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
4h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$148Frontier
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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6:10 pm - 7:30 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 20mnonstop
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9:15 am - 10:40 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
1h 25mnonstop
$197Southwest
Sat, Sep 19 - Sat, Sep 26
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6:30 am - 7:50 amLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 20mnonstop
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5:40 pm - 7:10 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
1h 30mnonstop
$197Southwest
Fri, Oct 30 - Mon, Nov 2
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11:31 am - 5:00 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
5h 29m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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12:05 pm - 7:49 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
7h 44m2 stops Portland San Francisco
$234Multiple Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Mon, Sep 21
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1:59 pm - 11:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 11m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
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10:17 am - 3:01 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
4h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$234Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Sat, Sep 26
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2:56 pm - 9:28 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
6h 32m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
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6:48 am - 5:12 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
10h 24m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
$319Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 14 - Thu, Sep 24
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1:59 pm - 11:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 11m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
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1:29 pm - 8:37 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
7h 08m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
$319Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 23
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7:35 am - 11:59 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
16h 24m2 stops Portland Salt Lake City
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12:39 pm - 12:24 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
11h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$358Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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8:10 pm - 11:59 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
27h 49m2 stops Portland Salt Lake City
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12:39 pm - 12:24 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
11h 45m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$358Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Los Angeles to Oakland flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Los Angeles to Oakland with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Los Angeles to Oakland?

Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Oakland start at $128. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $219 to $414. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $128 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland?

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland, it is 15% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 36% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland at $242 round-trip.
  • June ($369) and March ($329) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 52% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Los Angeles to Oakland the cheapest?

Flights from Los Angeles to Oakland are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 53% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Los Angeles to Oakland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on LAX

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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.

Key details for Los Angeles to Oakland flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$80
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
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Your Los Angeles to Oakland flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • What is the cost of parking at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles International Airport offers different types of parking to suit the needs of travelers. It mainly offers two parking options—economy and terminal parking. Terminal parking has around 8,000 parking spaces, and rates average $5 for the first hour, up to $40 for 24h. The economy parking lot has 2,690 spaces, but availability is on a first-come, first-serve basis. The rates for economy parking average $4 per hour to $12 per day.

  • Is there an on-site airport hotel at Oakland International Airport?

    There is no hotel at the Oakland International Airport (OAK), but if you want to find a hotel close to the airport, you are spoiled with options. Numerous hotels are located near the airport, some being only a few minutes away. Some of the closest options include Home2 Suites by Hilton Alameda Oakland Airport (1.5 miles), Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland (1.5 miles), and Hilton Oakland Airport (1.5 miles).

  • Is there a Children’s Play Area at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    LAX has a Children’s Play Area at the Tom Bradley International Terminal. The play area is beach-themed, designed for children between two and 11 years old. The area features a slide, sculpted foam pieces, an interactive light table, dolphins, and beach toys. It’s a great space to keep children busy before you board the plane.

  • How do I get to downtown Oakland from Oakland International Airport?

    To get to downtown Oakland, you can take public transportation or rent a car from the airport. Three public transit options are available between OAK Airport and downtown Oakland—AC Transit, Amtrak, and BART. The AC Transit Line 805 travels between the airport and downtown Oakland every hour between 12:35am and 4:30am. The bus fare averages $1.05-$2.10.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines flying from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Around 609 kg of carbon is emitted on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland. Greyhound Airlines, Amtrack Airlines, and Spirit Airlines offer the most sustainable flights from Houston to Los Angeles. They provide flights that emit 95%, 82%, and 81% less carbon per passenger.

  • Which rental car companies have counters at Oakland Airport?

    Several car rental agencies are onsite at the airport, including Avis, Hertz, Firefly, Budget, Fox, Alamo, and Thrifty. The car rental agencies are at the Rental Car Center area, connected to the airport terminal by a free shuttle service. However, you need to the rental car agency of choice before making arrangements for the free shuttle transfer. Once at the terminal, the shuttle takes about 10min to get to the Rental Car Center.

  • Does Oakland Airport offer accessible services?

    OAK has many equipment and designs to improve the travel experience for people with special needs. The airport has made wheelchairs available for persons with limited mobility. The airport is also designed to have ramps and elevators at all terminals and is barrier-free. Besides, the restrooms are designed to include people of all abilities. The airport has included visual signage for those who are hard of hearing. You can also access TDD telephones at different points of the terminal and waiting area for further assistance. The airport has ensured that services such as AIRA are available to assist persons of low vision. Furthermore, there is equipment such as tactile guides available and elevators that are braille-coded to improve the experience of persons with low vision.

  • Does Los Angeles Airport offer any currency services?

    If you are looking to exchange your currency, LAX has booths for International Currency Exchange located on terminals' departures and arrivals levels. The airports include 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 for the Departures Level and 2, 5, and 6 for the Arrivals Level.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Los Angeles to Oakland flights?

    Among airlines operating Los Angeles to Oakland flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Los Angeles and Oakland.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Flights from Los Angeles to Oakland usually depart from Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Oakland (OAK).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Los Angeles to Oakland flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Southwest: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JSX: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $199 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $285 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $45–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    The Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Alaska Airlines and Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737 MAX 8 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Oakland pass through?

    Connecting flights from Los Angeles to Oakland most commonly pass through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Salt Lake City (SLC) - 17% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    On the Los Angeles to Oakland route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 38%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $244 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $389: a $145 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Los Angeles to Oakland route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 49 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Los Angeles to Oakland spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Los Angeles to Oakland flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 33%, afternoon flights for 17%, and night flights for 16%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Oakland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Oakland are Oakland Arena, Fox Theater and Jack London Square. These are among the most viewed places in Oakland on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    A nonstop flight from Los Angeles to Oakland takes 1h 20m, covering 336 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Los Angeles to Oakland:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:05 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 12:10 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 20m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Los Angeles to Oakland flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 57% above the route average of $284. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Oakland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Los Angeles to Oakland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $141, which is 30% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Southwest’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Los Angeles to Oakland flights?

    Southwest is the only airline operating Los Angeles to Oakland flights. 85% of its flights are on time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Los Angeles to Oakland?

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 19m, compared with 5h 32m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

  • What car rental options are available at Oakland Airport (OAK)?

    Oakland Airport (OAK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $21 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Dollar
    · Thrifty
    · Budget
    · Hertz
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Oakland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Los Angeles to Oakland range from $219 to $414, with an average of $284 over the past 12 months. Anything below $219 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Los Angeles to Oakland flights?

    JetBlue is the only airline on the Los Angeles to Oakland route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Los Angeles to Oakland flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $244 - about $145 less than Monday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 53% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Oakland trip for September. Fares historically average $242 round-trip in that month - typically $127 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Airport (LAS) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $199 round-trip on this route - about $85 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Oakland Airport.
    - Oakland Airport Executive Hotel
    - Holiday Inn Express & Suites Oakland-Airport By IHG
    - Holiday Inn & Suites Oakland - Airport By IHG
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the main airport serving Los Angeles and the surrounding metropolitan area. The airport is located 18 miles southwest of downtown Los Angeles. It is the closest airport to South Bay and the Westside. Major airlines flying from LAX to Oakland include Delta, Frontier Airlines, and Spirit Airlines.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the fourth largest airport in California. It is the closest airport to the top attractions and entertainment sites in the Bay Area, and the closest one to the majority of Bay Area residents. The Oakland airport is 10 miles south of downtown Oakland.
  • To move from one terminal to another at LAX Airport, travelers are provided a courtesy shuttle that moves between terminals. The shuttle moves passengers to and from the Metro Rail Green Line Station.
  • You can take advantage of the time before your flight to look around Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). You can shop at LAX and buy something for your loved ones. I Love L.A. in Terminal 5 and Treat Me Sweet in Terminal B are some of the coveted places to buy a gift.
  • If you’d like to rest in a quiet and tranquil environment, the LAX Airport lounges offer you the chance to do that. The airport has several lounges that offer customers complimentary food, drinks, and snacks. Entry to the lounges is usually by membership, but the majority of lounges allow passengers to purchase a day pass or pay at the door.
  • Los Angeles Airport (LAX) offers LAX PUP for passengers prone to stress before flights. The therapy dogs are stationed throughout the airport with vests labeled “Pet Me” for easy spotting. You get to alleviate your stress and stop being nervous since these coached therapy dogs offer hugs to passengers before flights.
  • If you want to relax at LAX before traveling, it would be best to try out different spas at the airport, including XpressSpa and Be Relax. The former is at TBIT South Concourse, and the latter is at Terminal 5 at the airside section and Terminal 1 at the airside area.
  • If you are at LAX and need to look sharp before traveling, visiting Marvin's Shoe Shine would be best. You will find these booths at Terminal 1, Terminal 4, AND Terminal 7.
  • If you are looking for medical assistance while at LAX, then you may have to visit its first aid office. The office is on the Upper Level of the TBIT.
  • You may need to visit the airport's observation deck if you want runway action at LAX. You will find this at the Central Terminal, the middle section.

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