MSP - OAK

$165 Find Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Oakland

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a KAYAK user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Minneapolis to Oakland departing on 4/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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Cheapest round-trip
$329
Overall average: $256
Delta
Wed 5/13Tue 5/19
MSP - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$165
Typical prices: $249-$289
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/21
MSP - OAK • 1 stop
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Avoid early morning rush hours at Minneapolis St Paul.
Use Uber or Lyft for a quick arrival at Oakland.
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Oakland (MSP-OAK)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Oakland

Wed, May 13 - Tue, May 19
Delta Logo
8:20 pm - 11:57 pm
MSP
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OAK
5h 37m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 12:35 am
OAK
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MSP
5h 30m
1 stop
$329Delta
Fri, May 1 - Tue, May 5
Southwest Logo
6:30 am - 10:10 am
MSP
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OAK
5h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 9:25 pm
OAK
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MSP
5h 55m
1 stop
$334Southwest
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 4:55 pm
MSP
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OAK
6h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 1:45 pm
OAK
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MSP
6h 05m
1 stop
$339Southwest
Sat, May 9 - Tue, May 12
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:15 pm
MSP
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OAK
8h 15m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 pm - 4:20 pm
OAK
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MSP
18h 10m
1 stop
$342Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 6:35 pm
MSP
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OAK
8h 25m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
5:40 am - 1:45 pm
OAK
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MSP
6h 05m
1 stop
$344Southwest
Wed, Apr 15 - Mon, Apr 20
Southwest Logo
10:05 am - 8:20 pm
MSP
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OAK
12h 15m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 9:25 am
OAK
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MSP
7h 30m
1 stop
$345Southwest
Thu, Apr 30 - Sun, May 3
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 10:32 pm
MSP
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OAK
7h 21m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 11:58 pm
OAK
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MSP
15h 38m
1 stop
$347Alaska Airlines
Sat, Apr 18 - Sat, Apr 25
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 4:26 pm
MSP
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OAK
12h 26m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 5:31 pm
OAK
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MSP
9h 36m
2 stops
$349Delta
Fri, May 15 - Mon, May 18
Southwest Logo
4:25 pm - 12:25 am
MSP
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OAK
10h 00m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
12:10 pm - 10:05 pm
OAK
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MSP
7h 55m
2 stops
$354Southwest
Tue, May 12 - Tue, May 19
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:11 pm - 10:32 pm
MSP
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OAK
7h 21m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 5:58 pm
OAK
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MSP
8h 58m
1 stop
$355Alaska Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Minneapolis to Oakland flights

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

What is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Oakland?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Oakland is June, where tickets cost $184 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and November, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $513 and $403 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Minneapolis to Oakland?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $198, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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Expert advice for your flight from Minneapolis to Oakland

 
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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.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$165
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 43% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking flights from Minneapolis to Oakland

  • What is the cheapest flight from Minneapolis to Oakland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Minneapolis to Oakland was $165 for a one-way ticket and $329 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Minneapolis and Oakland?

    A passport is not required to fly from Minneapolis to Oakland.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Minneapolis to Oakland?

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Minneapolis to Oakland flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Minneapolis to Oakland?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Minneapolis to Oakland flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Minneapolis to Oakland?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Minneapolis to Oakland are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $371 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 $307 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Oakland from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis with another airline. Booking your flights between Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Oakland

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $174 or less round-trip.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Minneapolis to Oakland

 
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4324 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

8.0 ExcellentNicole, Mar 2026
LGB - OAK
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Boarding was easy. The seats are small and fairly uncomfortable

The problem with the seat assignments is that there were a lot of rows in the front that were empty but my row at the back was full. Just not so pleasant.

No food or entertainment, just a quick 40 minute flight. A little bumpy due to Santa Ana winds but pilot has no control over that. Good flight and landing!

Good but I prefer choose your own seat. With the new assigned seats they should board from the back I see no advantage to this new boarding. Just like every other airline

Mediocre. Boarding is now unpleasant. The employees, once friendly and nice, are now regularly speaking sternly to passengers, badgering them to do things right so they can take off on time and gate check bags because they don't have enough overhead bin space. The pretzel snack was crushed flat and broken into even smaller pieces, which happens frequently lately. Drink service was suspended before they reached my row.

The charges were ridiculous for an hour flight and the turbulence was very scary.

3 hour delay. Had to change plans and was still delayed.

The flight crew was extremely rude and especially not helpful when our flight was delayed.

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.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

My flight was cencaled due with the bad weather on Sunday the crew was poorly mistaken my luggage supposed depart with my flight instead I didn’t have my luggage for almost 3 days the website is poorly respond to my complain until I have someone to do it my connection smooth their not even respon or email me even the have my luggage

8 hours late and the plane smelled like urine, that smell in the morning when your child wet the bed in the night.

Left a few minutes early. Got in 15 minutes early. Very attentive service on board. Very organized boarding.

There’s not much to say about a one hour flight. This is a connection from LA to RNO that I missed the previous night due to a mechanical check delay on my originating flight from JFK to LAX. The short flight itself was fine. Instructions from the pilot and crew were per usual. The coffee was barely lukewarm, which possibly was purposeful so we would down it quickly. Bags were already on carousel upon reaching baggage claim, which was excellent.

Delta continues to set the benchmark for traveler-friendly service with minimal disruption and clear communication within the mainland US (coast to coast). I am consistently pleased to be a Delta customer, and this experience once again met my expectations. There was a brief delay departing from MIA due to a technical issue that required the aircraft to return to the gate. However, the situation was handled professionally and transparently. Fortunately, my planned layover allowed ample buffer time, so the adjustment caused no stress. Overall, another smooth and reassuring experience.

Awesome! On time flight, early arrival, and a complimentary upgrade!

Was forced to check in my small carry on, even though I informed the crew it has very fragile items inside

They double booked seats, the gate staff changed my ticket as I was boarding she went over to the computer and changed it without telling me. She messed up an entire three row section for me and others. Other travelers were outraged but the gate staff were so rude, so condescending saying it wasn't their problem to solve. I would rate this a zero if I could. Will not fly Delta again I'll stick with United and American.

delta last minute gave me a boarding pass for a different flight with no confirmation that they were changing it

Easiest airport experience ever in my life at MSP with Delta check-in and flight attendant gave us a bottle of champagne in celebration of our 10-year wedding anniversary, so overall amazing!

Everything went very smoothly! Thanks for a great first experience flying with small children!

Crew members great. Everything else a 0! Got on plane at 530am. Got de boarded for mechanical issue. Supposed to leave by 830 am. Zero communication from gate agents. Then supposed to leave by 230pm. Then delayed till 330pm. Still zero communication with gate agents. All they would say is if you have an issue call the 1800 number. You call and sit on hold minimum 45 minutes for zero answer. Finally board at 345pm didn’t take off till after 4pm! Sat in airport for 11 hours with 4 adults and 3 kids. Finally offered a $100 (we are sorry) voucher for next trip. Missed whole day in Florida had to change reservations in Florida! Absolute joke of an airline! And I usually really like sun country.

Booked through Kayak for $236. They canceled the flight unknown to me; retaining $100 for canceling it. Found out when I went to check in. Rebooked the same flight for $400. Incredibly disappointed. The Sun Country part was as to be expected. Crowded, no food, no arm room but got me where I wanted to go.

3 seperate extremely rude unhelpful staff. Delayed flight. Lost my bag

Sat between 2 big men. I was uncomfortable. Flight was delayed twice. About 2 hours altogether.

It was a good experience. I do wish the seats were roomier. Also, I did not like being charged for my carry on bag

Exceptional take off and landing in snow and wind…thank you to the well skilled pilots!

I liked entertainment system being downloaded on my iPad. The selections were limited but I appreciated being able to use my own screen. The flight was just fine. My only issue was both terminals being far from the main airport. Especially stoning at LAX near midnight and having to wait for a bus to take us to baggage pickup. Very inconvenient.

Just fine but comfort is always an issue since the seats are so close

The Flight was fine, the staff treated me well, the flight got delayed over 5 1/2 hours for maintenance issues....but it worked out OK,, they were very apologetic about it, and it is better to not fly if there is any issue than endanger peoples lives, so in reality that was a good thing, It did cost me extra for parking because I went beyond the time I had purchased for parking at MSP. But all in all, Good flight

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