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Flight deals from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to San Diego International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$186. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.C$94 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jun. 23.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Tue., Jun. 23, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$94, select.
San Diego.C$94 per passenger.Departing Tue., Sep. 1.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Tue., Sep. 1, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$94, select.
San Diego.C$94 per passenger.Departing Tue., Jul. 21.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Tue., Jul. 21, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$94, select.
San Diego.C$94 per passenger.Departing Wed., Aug. 5.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Wed., Aug. 5, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$94, select.
San Diego.C$120 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 3.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sat., Oct. 3, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$120, select.
San Diego.C$150 per passenger.Departing Fri., Nov. 20.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Fri., Nov. 20, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$150, select.
San Diego.C$150 per passenger.Departing Thu., Dec. 10.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Thu., Dec. 10, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$150, select.
San Diego.C$159 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 29.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Fri., Jan. 29, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$159, select.
San Diego.C$160 per passenger.Departing Sat., Apr. 3.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sat., Apr. 3, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$160, select.
San Diego.C$215 per passenger.Departing Mon., Mar. 29.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Mon., Mar. 29, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$215, select.
San Diego.C$218 per passenger.Departing Sun., Feb. 14.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sun., Feb. 14, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$218, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International flights are currently cheapest in June.
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Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International: Alternative routes

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Oakland to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$94
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week127

Finding cheap flights from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International is C$174. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 32 minutes is the average flight time from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International.
As of June 2026, there are 127 flights per week flying from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International.
The cheapest month to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego International is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport to San Diego International Airport on Tuesday, August 11, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Diego International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Diego is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego International.

Traveling from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport takes on average 1 hour 32 minutes. San Diego's timezone is UTC-7 — identical to Oakland.

  • Every week, there are 98 flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport. The first flight from OAK to SAN is at 05:40 and the last is at 22:00.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're heading away during high season, so allow some extra wiggle room. A good rule for peak times? Arrive up to four hours ahead for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • To break up your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport, add a stopover to your trip. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' and find a destination that appeals to you. The most popular stopovers on the OAK - SAN route are:

    • Los Angeles International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

    • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport is C$94. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$174. Keep in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap flight tickets from OAK to SAN.

  • May is the cheapest month for flight tickets from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Sign into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll notify you right away if there's a better deal on this route. It's easy to do, and it'll save you from searching for cheap flight tickets from OAK to SAN every day.

  • Take advantage of filters to find the best trip for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and number of stops.

Handy information about Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK)

  • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the center, it'll take you 17 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be approximately 38 minutes.

  • After a relaxed start to your journey? Stay near OAK. Whether you have an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays have you covered:

Arriving at San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Getting from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to central San Diego

  • From San Diego International Airport, San Diego is approximately 5 kilometres away. It takes around 9 minutes to get to the center driving.

  • It takes around 20 minutes when traveling by public transport.

When to fly to San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport is May, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to San Diego based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.

  • Lock in your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego International Airport for August if you'd like to explore San Diego during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 17ºC and 28ºC.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from OAK to SAN in February. Average temperatures are between 7ºC and 23ºC then.

More about San Diego

  • As soon as you've locked in your flights from OAK to SAN, you'll need to find a place to stay in San Diego. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring this popular destination:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be tricky to work out where to start. San Diego Zoo, USS Midway Museum and SeaWorld San Diego are top sights which should be on any well-planned San Diego itinerary.

Complete your San Diego trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've got your cheap ticket to San Diego International Airport — next on the list is finding a great stay, and maybe even your own set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in San Diego.

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