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Cheapest round-trip
$117
Typical prices: $220-$373
Frontier
Sat 10/20Sat 10/27
OAK - LAX • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$237
Typical prices: $220-$373
Southwest
Wed 10/17Fri 10/19
OAK - LAX • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 26m
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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 24 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 11% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $229 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 06m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Los Angeles (OAK-LAX)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Oakland to Los Angeles

Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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12:47 pm - 7:49 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
19h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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10:05 am - 11:53 amLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
25h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$117Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Thu, Dec 3
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12:48 pm - 3:07 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
26h 19m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:31 am - 11:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
4h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$119Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Tue, Dec 1
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6:49 am - 6:36 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
11h 47m2 stops San Diego San Jose
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7:31 am - 11:33 amLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
4h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$212Multiple Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Tue, Oct 27
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12:47 pm - 7:49 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
19h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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9:12 am - 4:24 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
7h 12m2 stops San Francisco Portland
$217Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
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1:20 pm - 2:45 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
1h 25mnonstop
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8:00 pm - 9:15 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 15mnonstop
$243Southwest
Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
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9:45 am - 11:05 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
1h 20mnonstop
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5:35 pm - 6:55 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 20mnonstop
$243Southwest
Tue, Nov 10 - Wed, Nov 11
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6:12 am - 6:43 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
12h 31m2 stops San Diego San Jose
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9:09 am - 9:19 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
12h 10m2 stops Eugene Portland
$283Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 16
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2:07 pm - 11:12 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
9h 05m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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8:20 am - 6:12 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 52m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
$310Alaska Airlines
Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14
Delta Logo
5:02 pm - 9:35 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
16h 33m2 stops Salt Lake City Portland
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9:40 am - 10:02 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
12h 22m2 stops Portland Salt Lake City
$371Delta
Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:00 am - 5:10 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles
11h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:00 pm - 12:01 pmLAX  Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
16h 01m2 stops Portland Salt Lake City
$403Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Oakland to Los Angeles flights

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

Round-trip flights from Oakland to Los Angeles typically range from $220 to $373. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $117, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Oakland to Los Angeles. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Los Angeles?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Oakland to Los Angeles at $245 round-trip.
•August ($315) and February ($309) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 28% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Oakland to Los Angeles the cheapest?

Flights from Oakland to Los Angeles are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Oakland to Los Angeles

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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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 Oakland to Los Angeles flights

Low season

July

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Beat the crowds with an average 26% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 15% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Oakland to Los Angeles

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Your Oakland to Los Angeles flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:05 am and lands at 6:31 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:55 pm and lands at 12:21 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 26m.

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

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

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

    A nonstop flight from Oakland to Los Angeles takes 1h 26m, covering 336 miles.

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

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

    Round-trip flights from Oakland to Los Angeles range from $220 to $373, with an average of $275 over the past 12 months. Anything below $220 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 61% above the $275 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $229 round-trip via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS), compared to $274 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Oakland to Los Angeles?

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

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

    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 Oakland to Los Angeles?

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

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Oakland to Los Angeles flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Oakland to Los Angeles are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $159, which is 15% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Los Angeles Airport (LAX)?

    Los Angeles Airport (LAX) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $4 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Ace
    • Thrifty
    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Alamo

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

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

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

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

    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 Oakland to Los Angeles route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1h 54m.

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

    One-stop flights from Oakland to Los Angeles most commonly connect through:

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 60% of one-stop connections
    • Portland (PDX) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 20% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Oakland to Los Angeles. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $253 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $337, a difference of $84.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    Only Southwest operates flights between Oakland and Los Angeles.

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

    Flying via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 06m, compared with 6h 24m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) and 8h 08m via Portland (PDX).

  • What popular places can I visit in Los Angeles?

    Some of the most popular sights in Los Angeles are Venice Beach, Los Angeles Convention Center and Crypto.com Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Los Angeles on KAYAK.

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

    Among airlines operating Oakland to Los Angeles flights:

    • Southwest: offers free seat selection
    • JetBlue: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Oakland to Los Angeles 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
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

  • Are there any nonstop flights that operate between Oakland and Los Angeles?

    Because this is such a popular route between these two very popular cities there are several nonstop options. These include several daily nonstop flights between these two cities on both Spirit Airlines and Delta Air Lines.

  • If I want to stay in a hotel that has a location close to the airport in Los Angeles what are some good choices?

    There are many hotels that have a location that is adjacent to the entrance of the airport property. These include the Courtyard By Marriott Los Angeles Lax/Century Boulevard, the Sonesta Los Angeles Airport Lax, and the Hotel June.

  • If I would like to take public transportation from downtown Oakland to the Oakland Airport what are some good choices?

    There are BART trains that run about every 6 minutes between the Oakland area and the airport. The fare to ride the train is about $9.

  • If I want to utilize a rideshare service when I arrive at the airport in Los Angeles, where's a good place to meet my driver?

    At the airport in Los Angeles, all rideshare services need to meet their passengers at the LAX–it lot. Passengers have the option of either making the short walk to this lot from the terminal buildings or there are free shuttle buses that operate from the terminal to this lot.

  • How can travelers get to the Disneyland Resort from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)?

    Disneyland Resort and LAX are approximately 33.9 miles from each other. The best way to get there is via Metro Express Line 460 bus, which completes the journey in 2h. A taxi is handy if you want to get there in under 45min.

  • Are there ATMs at LAX?

    Suppose you want to recharge your depleted wallet upon arrival at LAX from OAK – you’ll have various options at your disposal. For instance, Bank of America runs an ATM in the arrival level of Terminal 7.

  • What kind of family amenities are found at LAX?

    Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has lactating and nursing suites located in Terminal 5 post-security where you can pump or breastfeed in privacy. The rooms have sinks and seats, too.

  • Are there any services for passengers with limited mobility at the Los Angeles airports upon their arrival?

    Los Angeles International Airport features ground transportation agencies like Mobility Plus and RTD Access-a-Ride. They collaborate with various airlines to pick up travelers from the curbside on Level 5 of the main terminal, Jeppesen. Furthermore, the trained staff offer guidance through checkpoints, baggage claim area, and the exit. Nevertheless, remember to plan with your airline, at least 72h before departure.

Your guide to booking Oakland to Los Angeles flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $253, about $84 less than Wednesday fares (25% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Oakland to Los Angeles trip for May. Fares historically average $245 round-trip in that month - typically $70 less than the most expensive month, which is August (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 $229 round-trip on this route - about $46 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 Los Angeles Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Los Angeles International Airport
    • Sonesta Los Angeles Airport LAX
    • Sheraton Gateway Los Angeles Hotel
  • If you are going to take your car to the airport in Oakland Airport (OAK) before your flight to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) the airport offers some great parking options for your car. One of the most economical ways you can park your car at the airport is in their economy lot which costs around $18 per day and offers free shuttle service to the terminal buildings.
  • If you are a nursing mother that's making the trip from Oakland to Los Angeles you'll be happy to know that the Oakland Airport offers several lactation suites throughout the terminal buildings. These are completely private suites that offer things like a comfortable seating area and a sink.
  • If someone is going to be picking you up after your flight to Los Angeles they can do so at the curbside of the Arrivals Level of all the terminal buildings. The airport recommends that they wait for you at the free 24-hour cell phone lot that is just east of the airport. They can then make the short drive to the airport once they know you are curbside.
  • If after arriving at the airport in Los Angeles you plan on a car rental it is important to note that there are no rental car companies that are on-site. Most of the major rental car companies offer shuttle service to their locations from the airport and you can find these shuttles under the purple rental car shuttle signs that you will find on the Arrivals Level of all terminal buildings.
  • If you are in the mood for a comfortable place to wait for your flight to Los Angeles at the Oakland Airport, the airport offers their Escape Lounge. The cost to use the lounge is around $44 per hour.
  • Commuters flying aboard Delta Airlines from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to Los Angeles will be glad to know that the carrier has a hub at the Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). Those flying on this carrier use Terminal 3, on the north side of the airport, and are pre-checked through the fast-lane program.
  • Oakland International Airport (OAK) keeps lost items within its precincts. If you've lost anything within the airport, in the parking lots, curbside or at the terminal, remember to check with the Lost and Found office in Terminal 1, 2nd floor, in the Badges and Permit office. Still, you can check with the second Lost and Found office in Terminal 1, adjacent to the baggage carousel 3.
  • International Airport (OAK) sits within easy reach of numerous hotels known for their courtesy shuttle services to and from the airport. So, if you have an early morning flight from OAK, consider spending a night in one of the hotels that lie near OAK to make it to the airport in time for your flight. Hampton Inn & Suites Oakland Airport-Alameda and Marina Inn on San Francisco Bay are two such establishments.
  • American Airlines from OAK to LAX allows you to bring pets in the cabin after making advance reservations. Cats and dogs are the most common four-legged friends that you can travel with on this route. However, you must lock them in their cages to prevent them from disturbing other passengers. Still, check with the airline for any changes in their pet policy.
  • Passengers arriving at LAX while fatigued can seek some therapy to take them through relaxation and self-indulgence. Locate XpresSpa at Tom Bradley International Terminal, between gates 154 - 156. Services that will calm your emotions are deep tissue massage and facials.

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