What is the cheapest airline that flies from Oakland to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Oakland to San Diego

How many flights depart from Oakland, California to San Diego on average per day?

The number of flights available between Oakland, California and San Diego is 1 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 43% of daily flights leaving at noon.

What airlines fly to San Diego?

Southwest, Frontier and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Oakland, California according to our data. Southwest is the first choice among our users, with 33% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Oakland, California to San Diego on average per week?

As of October 2025, 10 flights take off from Oakland, California and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 100% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

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As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Oakland, California during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Oakland, California to San Diego is on a Tuesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Tuesday will often find tickets for as low as $141. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Friday because tickets tend to average around $186. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $156. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $196.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Oakland, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $173 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Oakland, California for as low as $127 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Oakland to San Diego flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Oakland to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Oakland, California to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Oakland, California to San Diego flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Fastest flight time	1h 25m
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The best one-way flight to San Diego from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $91. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $187.

The fastest flight from Oakland, California to San Diego takes 1h 25m

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How far is Oakland to San Diego by plane?
San Diego is 454.3 mi away from Oakland. Typically, this will take 1h 30m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?
As of October 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Oakland Airport to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Oakland, California to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Oakland, California to San Diego is Boeing 737 MAX 8, representing 23.65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737-700 Passenger/BBJ1 (winglets) at 17.99%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) at 17.49%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 8.61%.
What is the most popular airline from Oakland, California to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Oakland, California to San Diego is Spirit Airlines, representing 47% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 46%, Alaska Airlines at 3%, and Frontier at 3%.

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Frontier	PriceFrom $38	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,123 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $47	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,115 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $58	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,998 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Alaska Airlines	PriceFrom $76	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 11,214 reviews	Search Alaska Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $99	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Southwest Flights From Oakland, California to San Diego
Southwest flies from Oakland, California to San Diego around 10 times per week, with 4,242 momondo users rating the airline 8.0/10. The cheapest Southwest deal from Oakland, California to San Diego in the last 72 hours was $99 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of $229 for Southwest flights on this route.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of January, then departing from Oakland, California during the month April is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $156. Flights at noon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $196.

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What cabin class options are available on Oakland to San Diego flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Oakland to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Oakland, California to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Oakland, California to San Diego flights are approximately 23% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Oakland to San Diego?

Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Oakland to San Diego

What airlines fly to San Diego?

How many flights depart from Oakland, California to San Diego on average per day?

The number of flights available between Oakland, California and San Diego is 1 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00AM, with 43% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How many flights depart from Oakland, California to San Diego on average per week?

As of October 2025, 10 flights take off from Oakland, California and land in San Diego each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Thu, with 100% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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