Cheap flights from Oakland to San Diego

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Cheapest round-trip flights $127
Southwest Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Dec 11 — Sun, Dec 14
The cheapest round-trip flight from Oakland to San Diego is currently $127
Cheapest one-way flight $64
Southwest Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Dec 10
The cheapest one-way flight from Oakland to San Diego is currently $64
Last-minute weekend getaway $397
Delta 1 stop 6 hr Sat, Nov 22 — Sun, Nov 23
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Oakland to San Diego is currently $397
Cheapest business class flights $347
Delta 1 stop 7 hr Sat, Dec 13 — Mon, Dec 15
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Oakland to San Diego is currently $347
Fastest flight 1 hr 25 min The fastest nonstop flight from Oakland to San Diego takes 1 hr 25 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Oakland to San Diego is typically January. The most expensive month to fly is typically November.
January
Cheapest
Typical prices: $45–150
November
Most expensive
Typical prices: $125–360

Popular airlines from Oakland to San Diego

  • Southwest
    Nonstop
    from $127
    Typical price: $125–320
    57 weekly nonstop flights
    OAK - SAN Every day
    2465 weekly connecting flights
    OAK - SAN Every day
  • Alaska
    from $264
    Typical price: $320–760
    107 weekly connecting flights
    OAK - SAN Every day
  • Delta
    from $157
    Typical price: $235–600
    43 weekly connecting flights
    OAK - SAN Every day

Popular airports near Oakland

  • Oakland International Airport (OAK)
    Oakland United States 15 min 6 mi
  • San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
    San Francisco United States 30 min 14 mi
  • San Jose Mineta International Airport (SJC)
    San Jose United States 48 min 35 mi
  • Sacramento International Airport (SMF)
    Sacramento United States 1 hr 26 min 71 mi

Popular airports near San Diego

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN)
    San Diego United States 10 min 2 mi
  • Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)
    Tijuana Mexico 37 min 16 mi
  • Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
    Los Angeles United States 2 hr 2 min 111 mi
  • John Wayne Airport (SNA)
    Santa Ana United States 1 hr 22 min 78 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Oakland to San Diego

When are the cheapest days to fly from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest flights from Oakland to San Diego are usually in January. Typical ticket prices in January range from $45 to $150.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Oakland to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with Southwest from $127. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $64.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Oakland to San Diego is $127, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Oakland to San Diego is $264, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Oakland to San Diego is $157, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 15.
What are the cheapest flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Oakland to San Diego starts at $127 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $64 and departs on Wed, Dec 10.
How long does it take to fly from Oakland to San Diego?
1 hr 25 min is the shortest flight time from Oakland to San Diego.
When should you fly to San Diego, United States?
Jun–Aug is when most people visit San Diego, where the weather's temperate year-round. Beaches are less crowded Dec–Feb, which bring cooler temperatures but brighter sun. Whale-watching season is from mid-Dec–mid-Mar. Major annual events include Comic-Con International (Jul), a massive comic book convention with workshops and film screenings. Fleet Week (autumn) is a large military appreciation event featuring Navy ship tours, an air show and more.
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Oakland to San Diego?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Oakland to San Diego.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Oakland to San Diego?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Oakland to San Diego really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Oakland to San Diego.

In terms of nonstop flights, Southwest is the most popular. Southwest offers 57 nonstop flights and 2,465 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) .

Other popular airlines flying from Oakland to San Diego are:
  • Alaska offers 107 connecting flights per week. Alaska flies from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) .
  • Delta offers 43 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Oakland and San Diego.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Oakland to San Diego recently found on Google Flights was with Southwest from $127. The cheapest one-way flight was with Southwest from $64.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Oakland to San Diego is $127, flying from Dec 11 to Dec 14.
  • The cheapest Alaska flight from Oakland to San Diego is $264, flying from Jan 22 to Jan 25.
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Oakland to San Diego is $157, flying from Dec 13 to Dec 15.
Which airlines have direct flights from Oakland to San Diego?
Southwest flies direct from Oakland to San Diego.
  • There are 57 Southwest direct flights from Oakland to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Oakland and San Diego at price $397 is offered by Delta from Sat, Nov 22 to Sun, Nov 23.
Which airlines have direct flights from Oakland to San Diego?
Southwest flies direct from Oakland to San Diego.
  • There are 57 Southwest direct flights from Oakland to San Diego per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Oakland to San Diego available?
There are direct flights from Oakland to San Diego on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Oakland and San Diego start at $127 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14 with Southwest.
How can I find nonstop flights from Oakland to San Diego?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Oakland to San Diego, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Oakland and San Diego start at $347 from Sat, Dec 13 to Mon, Dec 15 with Delta.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Oakland and San Diego start at $127 from Thu, Dec 11 to Sun, Dec 14.
How can I book business class trips from Oakland to San Diego?
To book business class trips from Oakland to San Diego, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Oakland to San Diego next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Oakland and San Diego starts at $397 from Sat, Nov 22 to Sun, Nov 23 with Delta.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Oakland to San Diego?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Oakland and San Diego at price $397 is offered by Delta from Sat, Nov 22 to Sun, Nov 23.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Oakland to San Diego?
To find last-minute flight deals from Oakland to San Diego, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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