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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $175-$314
Southwest
Sat 9/5Wed 9/9
OAK - LAX • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$89
Typical prices: $97-$200
Frontier
Tue 9/8
OAK - LAX • 1 stop
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You can fly direct with Southwest. Average duration is 1h 25m
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Cheapest • Avg $240 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 57m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Oakland to Los Angeles (OAK-LAX)

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

Sat, Sep 5 - Wed, Sep 9
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5:40 pm - 7:10 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
1h 30mnonstop
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4:50 pm - 6:05 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 15mnonstop
$157Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Fri, Sep 11
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10:15 am - 11:35 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
1h 20mnonstop
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9:05 am - 10:25 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
1h 20mnonstop
$157Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:13 pm - 7:47 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 34m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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5:20 pm - 9:22 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
16h 02m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$160Frontier
Wed, Sep 9 - Fri, Sep 11
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12:47 pm - 7:47 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
19h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:30 am - 5:56 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
6h 26m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$162Frontier
Thu, Sep 17 - Sun, Sep 20
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10:17 am - 6:44 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
8h 27m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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11:55 am - 9:22 amLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
21h 27m2 stops Merced Municipal Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$244Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Fri, Oct 30
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12:13 pm - 3:52 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
3h 39m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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2:27 pm - 11:41 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 14m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
$258Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sun, Sep 6
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6:48 am - 8:34 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
13h 46m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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7:16 am - 9:51 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
14h 35m2 stops San Francisco Portland
$296Alaska Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Fri, Sep 11
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5:10 pm - 9:57 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
16h 47m2 stops San Diego San Francisco
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7:16 am - 11:10 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
15h 54m2 stops San Francisco San Diego
$319Alaska Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Oct 7
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5:00 pm - 8:30 amOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
15h 30m2 stops Salt Lake City Portland
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2:00 pm - 11:56 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 56m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$392Delta
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
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5:00 pm - 4:09 pmOAK  Oakland-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles
23h 09m2 stops Salt Lake City Portland
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7:05 am - 4:22 pmLAX  Los Angeles Los Angeles-OAK Oakland
9h 17m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Salt Lake City
$392Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Oakland to Los Angeles flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Los Angeles from Oakland, California usually cost between $196 and $354 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on Southwest (Sep 5-Sep 9).

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Oakland to Los Angeles, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Wednesday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from Los Angeles, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland to Los Angeles, 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 Oakland to Los Angeles is September, where tickets cost $239 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are February and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $310 and $301 respectively.

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

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 $235, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Oakland to Los Angeles?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Oakland to Los Angeles, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Oakland to Los Angeles, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 50% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Oakland to Los Angeles

 
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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.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$89
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 4% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Oakland to Los Angeles

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FAQs for booking flights from Oakland to Los Angeles

  • 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.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Oakland to Los Angeles was $89 for a one-way ticket and $157 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    Alaska Airlines, Delta, and JetBlue offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Oakland to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Oakland to Los Angeles flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    Star Alliance, SkyTeam, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between Oakland and Los Angeles, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    There are nonstop flights from Oakland to Los Angeles on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Oakland to Los Angeles, Southwest or Alaska Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Oakland to Los Angeles are Southwest and Alaska Airlines. With an average price for the route of $287 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Alaska Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $271 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Oakland to Los Angeles?

    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 Oakland to Los Angeles.

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

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

    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 Los Angeles with an airline and back to Oakland with another airline. Booking your flights between Oakland and LAX 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 Oakland to Los Angeles?

    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 Los Angeles from Oakland 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 Oakland to Los Angeles

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $157 or less one-way and $195 or less round-trip.
  • 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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