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$108 Find Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Oakland

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Cheap Flights from Philadelphia to Oakland (PHL-OAK)

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

Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 10:15 pmPHL-OAK
8h 15m1 stop
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9:40 am - 10:00 pmOAK-PHL
9h 20m1 stop
$244Southwest
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 7:50 pmPHL-OAK
10h 35m2 stops
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9:40 am - 10:00 pmOAK-PHL
9h 20m1 stop
$249Southwest
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Thu, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 8
Southwest Logo
5:00 pm - 10:20 pmPHL-OAK
8h 20m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 10:35 pmOAK-PHL
7h 00m1 stop
$252Southwest
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
Southwest Logo
12:15 pm - 7:50 pmPHL-OAK
10h 35m2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:20 am - 10:00 pmOAK-PHL
9h 40m2 stops
$254Southwest
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Sun, Dec 7 - Tue, Dec 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:06 am - 1:32 pmPHL-OAK
9h 26m1 stop
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6:40 am - 5:53 pmOAK-PHL
8h 13m1 stop
$288Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Feb 4 - Wed, Feb 11
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 11:53 pmPHL-OAK
8h 13m1 stop
Delta Logo
1:15 pm - 11:26 pmOAK-PHL
7h 11m1 stop
$297Delta
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Wed, Feb 4 - Sat, Feb 7
Delta Logo
6:40 pm - 11:53 pmPHL-OAK
8h 13m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 8:37 pmOAK-PHL
11h 42m2 stops
$302Delta
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Wed, Nov 19 - Fri, Dec 5
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:02 am - 1:55 pmPHL-OAK
9h 53m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:40 am - 5:53 pmOAK-PHL
8h 13m1 stop
$305Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 9
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:06 pm - 11:03 amPHL-OAK
18h 57m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
8:10 am - 6:06 pmOAK-PHL
30h 56m1 stop
$308Alaska Airlines
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Wed, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 15
Delta Logo
7:10 am - 11:48 amPHL-OAK
7h 38m1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 5:37 pmOAK-PHL
8h 42m1 stop
$309Delta
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Southwest
Cheapest • from $244 (round-trip)
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 30% compared to booking last minute.
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November
Cheapest • 18% price drop
January
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Cheapest round-trip
$244
Overall average: $355
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Tue 1/20Tue 1/27
PHL - OAK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$108
Typical prices: $128-$311
Southwest
Tue 12/16
PHL - OAK • 2 stops
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Philadelphia to Oakland flights

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

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

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

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

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Oakland is November, where tickets cost $308 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and May, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $428 and $426 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Philadelphia to Oakland, 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 Philadelphia to Oakland, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 30% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 24 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonMarch
Cheapest flight$108
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 6% lower on average.
Flight from Philadelphia to Oakland

When to book flights from Philadelphia to Oakland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Philadelphia to Oakland based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking flights from Philadelphia to Oakland

  • Where are the hotels located at OAK?

    If you are looking for an accommodation service while at the airport, there are a number of them that are located nearby which you can take advantage of. These hotels are located between 5 to 25min away from the airport and include: The Oakland Airport Executive Hotel, the Hilton Oakland Airport and the Holiday Inn Hotel and Suites Oakland Airport.

  • Are there any baby facilities at OAK?

    If you are traveling through OAK, there are baby care facilities in the following areas: The Mamava Suites, which are free and include the following amenities: seclusion as the suites can be locked, power outlets where you can charge your phone (with USB), a collapsible table, two benches, and a fold-down table, which are all are infant care facilities where you may care for and nurse your baby. The rooms are spacious enough to accommodate you, your child, and any luggage or stroller.

  • What are my transportation options when at OAK?

    There are a number of transportation options that should be able to take you from the Airport to downtown. Your first choice is to rent a car from one of the many car rental companies, whose offices are found at the Rental Car Center and are connected to the terminal through a free shuttle service. You might also choose to take one of the shuttles operated by Sonoma City County Airport Express. The taxis are regarded the most dependable mode of transportation to the city center because they are not planned and can therefore be seen as more handy. They are also available at the airport at any hour of the day or night. Trains through Bay Area Regional Transit (BART) to OAK train service can be taken from the airport to the Coliseum Station in the heart of the city.

  • What are some of the things I can do while at PHL?

    There are several activities you can do to pass the time if you have some free time while at the airport. You are welcome to bring your kids along as you stroll about the airport admiring the various art exhibits. Furthermore, the airport has a virtual library where you may download books to read in the lounge chairs. If you prefer listening to reading, the library also has podcasts available. The library is situated between Terminal D and Terminal E . You may take advantage of the amazing views offered by each of the airport's seven terminals.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Oakland?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Philadelphia to Oakland was $108 for a one-way ticket and $244 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Philadelphia to Oakland?

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Philadelphia to Oakland are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $467 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 $370 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

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

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

  • Travelers who are exploring flights from Philadelphia to Oakland can select from a variety of travel accommodations to customize their journey. Head over to Terminals F, D and C at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) where you can find the XpresSpa for your massages, facials and pedicures before a relaxing flight.
  • If you enjoy playing golf and have a layover at Oakland International Airport (OAK), go to the Metropolitan Golf Links, which is close to the airport.
  • If you want to do some work or attend an emergency virtual meeting while at OAK, head over to the area between Gates 10 and 8 in Terminal 1 to access the Business Center.
  • There are several food concessions in OAK's Terminals 2 and 1 which include Heinlod's First and Last Chance and Pizza Hut in Terminal 1 and Training Grounds in Terminal 2.
  • If you decide to fly with a pet, you can take them to the Pet Relief Areas at PHL, which are located in each of the airport's terminals.

Reviews of the top 3 airlines serving from Philadelphia to Oakland

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Philadelphia to Oakland. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
SouthwestOverall score based on 4237 reviews
8.6Crew
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.0Comfort
7.0Food
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Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

4.0 OkayJeff, Oct 2025MCI - SAN
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Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

For my birthday trip this was my second time ever flying, this trip was the best.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

It was a perfect flight in all aspects! Both legs!

Boarding process, crew were good. But the seats were so uncomfortable that was all I could focus on. I literally had to sit forward so that all 3 of us could fit in row. I will try to avoid Southwest in the future for any flights over 60 minutes.

Great flight, 47 passengers on a 180 seat plane. Stewardess was pleasant and cheerful.

Great experience flying Southwest. The crew was really kind and helpful, and very friendly with our toddler.

Plane late from DC to Austin 30 minutes. Crew made up much of the time enroute to San Diego.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

My flight was extremely cold. I had a jacket and a cover was left in each seat. The cover was extremely thin and I have a disability, fibromyalgia and arthrithis and AC air is the worst. I closed my vent and my husbands vent and it still was frigid. I asked the attendant if I could get another cover and she quickly almost dismissively and totally unconcerned stating, (I quote) (one per chair) and walked off so quickly that I didn't get a chance to explain to her that I literally have adisability. I didnt want to make a seen so I set on that flight for over 5 hours in pain, joints locking up and extremely uncomfortable. When my fibromyalgia flares up my joints not only ache but they will lock up also and it takes me days to get back to my regular self even though I take medication for it. I felt like it would not have hurt anyone at all for her to just give me an extra cover because I'm sure they have all types of medical issues in people that fly every day.

Not a "Delta" issue, but a JFK issue: We booked a connecting flight with 3 1/2 hours between to clearn immigration and customs. Our inbound flight (BCN to JFK) was on the taxiway 45 minutes which ate into our layover time. Immigtration was insanely quick with the CBP MPC app; however, clearing TSA (again, after we were ALREADY cleared in Spain on the inbound international flight) took over 95 minutes. This left us with 10 minutes before boarding the connecting flight (JFK to SAN) to walk to the far end of Terminal 4 and try to find food. We didn't find any food that could promise to serve us in under 10 minutes so we boarded the Delta flight after coming off a plance and an 8-hour flight knowing that we wouldn't be served any food on the next 5 1/2 hour flight. I feel like Delta needs to put pressure on the JFK TSA to open more screening stations (by our count, we saw only 5 scanners open and a line of - as we said - over 90 minutes. The insult is that we WERE ALREADY SCREENED through TSA, but as you come off one flight into the USA, you have to go through the whole process again. It seems like if you have a connecting flight, there should be a way to pass through immigration and customs without needing to return through TSA.

There are 4 flights in consecutive gates with about the same departure time. Two flights were boarding at the same time. One was delayed or boarding would be happening at the same time. I am not sure what Delta and LAX need to do to have a better layout at the end of Terminal 2

5 hours of delay that could've been much shorter if Delta had taken the 1 hour delay they imposed on the flight before boarding to run any of the plane checks required for flight to find the hydraulic issue that required nearly 3 hours to fix. $24 of meal credit buys a sandwich and a soft drink. Poor communication within the terminal about what gate we'd be re-boarding from and when we'd be re-boarding.

My luggage didn’t arrive at LAX, so that wasn’t a good experience.

I was never aware that I had to pay $100 per luggage to them on the plane that are simply carry-ons. This is discriminatory and I’m going to be alerting my entire family and friends and my Instagram following up over 75,000 of this issue and misunderstanding, including mismanaging.

Cancelled my flight last minute and did not help me rebook. It was a horrible experience.

Late departure by 1:45min. No explanation why. During boarding inconsistent policing of their baggage rules. Before takeoff and lamdimg strange obsession with window shade and armrest positions. Don't know why they care. 15 min tarmac delay on arrival, they blamed airport congestion but we were the o lh flight waiting, it was clear it was due to poor staff planning (only one ground crew to receive airplanes and multiple arrivals) Got there but was rrally lame the whole trip.

The spirit flight was on time. The airplane itself was surprisingly very nice. We had great seats. Seems like there's more room. Only complaint is that I didn't get a full refund for my mistakenly buying the baggage twice.

Boarding was a breeze, however, two of the flights that I boarded with Spirit did not have Wi-Fi available.

Very good. Nothing more or less than expected. No complaints.

My experience with the spirit as a first time it was OK, but the seats need a little cushion, the problem I had the most impacted me was when checking in the scales were so off and wrong. It will tell that you would have more weight, which was not true. The scale was say that it had Thirty Eight Pounds, when get in the labels when we send the luggage into the band. It says that it was overweight. I really really dislike that because the scales are not accurate. If I use Spirit and I have that issue again. That will be my last time flying with the spirit, even though I like so much to service the planes, and everything else

hahaha we are delayed for one hour plus.. but thx we arrived San Diego safe

Worst airline ever! The guy weighing my bag had his foot on the metal plate and when I called him out on it, I got this stupid little smirk. La is a scam and so is Spirit Airlines. All the flight attendants looked like they hated our flight just as much as we did.

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