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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Oakland to San Diego:

• Earliest: departs at 5:35 am and lands at 7:09 am
• Latest: departs at 10:45 pm and lands at 12:19 am.

The flight takes about 1h 34m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Oakland to San Diego:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Oakland to San Diego takes 1h 34m, covering 445 miles.

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.

Round-trip flights from Oakland to San Diego range from $169 to $330, with an average of $239 over the past 12 months. Anything below $169 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 71% above the $239 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $239 round-trip, compared to $263 via a layover through Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $40–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

Morning is the busiest departure period on Oakland to San Diego flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Oakland to San Diego flights:

• Alaska Airlines
• JetBlue

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Oakland to San Diego are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $64, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

San Diego Airport (SAN) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $53 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Dollar
• Europcar
• Payless
• Hertz
• Thrifty

Flights from Oakland to San Diego usually depart from Oakland (OAK) and arrive at San Diego (SAN).

Connecting flights from Oakland to San Diego most commonly pass through:

• Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 60% of one-stop connections
• Salt Lake City (SLC) - 40% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Oakland to San Diego. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $205 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $262, a difference of $57.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

2 airlines operate flights between Oakland and San Diego. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Southwest
• Alaska Airlines

Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 48m, compared with 11h 31m via Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS).

Some of the most popular sights in San Diego are Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego Convention Center and SeaWorld San Diego. These are among the most viewed places in San Diego on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Oakland to San Diego flights:

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

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

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
• Alaska Airlines: 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 always check the fare details before booking.

The best way to get to OAK from downtown Oakland is via train. The BART station links the airport to downtown San Francisco, Oakland, and other locations within the Bay Area. The train services run every 6min except in the period between 11 pm and midnight when they run every 20min. The train will drop you off at a station that is located directly across from Terminals 1 and 2.

If you're traveling with a service animal, you're in luck because SAN has a dog therapy team. The team improves the client experience by relieving stress through interaction with animals. Animal comfort is provided by experienced dog handlers who roam through each terminal's gates, relieving animals and conveying important information.

Even though flight times vary based on the day and time, OAK recommends arriving at least 2h before your trip. Arriving early will give you enough time to complete the usual airport check-ins and security checks and grab a bite to eat before the flight.

SAN has CLEAR kiosks at Terminal 2. CLEAR is a biometric technology that allows travelers to verify and validate their identification digitally. As a result, security wait times are reduced. It is open from 4:15 am until 8:30 pm every day. If you arrive at SAN while the kiosks are still open, you should take advantage of it to avoid a long line.