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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
San Diego.R 774 per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 774, select.
San Diego.R 783 per passenger.Departing Tue, 5 May.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Tue, 5 May, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 783, select.
San Diego.R 1,250 per passenger.Departing Sun, 7 Jun.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,250, select.
San Diego.R 1,253 per passenger.Departing Tue, 14 Jul.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Tue, 14 Jul, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,253, select.
San Diego.R 1,300 per passenger.Departing Sun, 27 Dec.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Sun, 27 Dec, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,300, select.
San Diego.R 1,300 per passenger.Departing Fri, 7 Aug.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Fri, 7 Aug, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,300, select.
San Diego.R 1,363 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Mar.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Mon, 30 Mar, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,363, select.
San Diego.R 1,706 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Oct.One-way flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Alaska Airlines departs from Oakland Metropolitan Oak on Thu, 1 Oct, arriving in San Diego International.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 1,706, select.

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

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 flights are currently cheapest in April.
Feb
from R 1,981
Mar
from R 1,363
Apr
from R 774
May
from R 783
Jun
from R 1,250
Jul
from R 1,253
Aug
from R 1,300
Sep
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Oct
from R 1,706
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Dec
from R 1,300
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Direct flights from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego

Alternative Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego? You could fly into the following airports instead.

San Diego International

4km from central San Diego
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from R 774
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McClellan-Palomar

48km from central San Diego
from R 16,673
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Oakland to San Diego: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundR 774
Cheapest month to flyApril
Average flight time1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airlineSouthwest Airlines
Average flights per week122

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

There are 2 airports in San Diego: San Diego International and McClellan-Palomar.
The best price we found for a return flight from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego is R 1,545. 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 31 minutes is the average flight time from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego.
Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines and SkyWest Airlines fly direct from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego.
As of February 2026, there are 146 flights per week flying from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego.
The cheapest month to fly from Oakland Metropolitan Oak to San Diego is usually April.
If you're flying from Oakland Metropolitan Oak Airport, the cheapest airport near San Diego is San Diego International – which is 4.1 km away from the centre of San Diego. We've found flights into this airport from R 1,545.
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 on Saturday, 25 April 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 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 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.
In February, the average temperature is usually around 13°C. August is typically the warmest month in San Diego, when it usually averages around 28°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 10°C. The rainiest month is February.
Currently, Southwest Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to San Diego.

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

  • Take a direct flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 35 minutes.

  • Oakland (the location of Metropolitan Oakland International Airport) and San Diego follow the same timezone — UTC-7.

  • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport (OAK) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) is the most traveled route, with 39 weekly departures to pick from. If you have things to finalize before heading off, the last flight from OAK to SAN is with Southwest Airlines at 21:45. Go for the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 05:45 if you want to fly out earlier.

  • To avoid missing your OAK to San Diego flight, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • Longer lines at check-in and security are more likely if you're jetting off during high season, so give yourself a bit more breathing room. A good general rule for peak periods? Get there up to four hours early for international flights and two hours for domestic departures.

  • Begin your trip at OAK and fly straight to San Diego International Airport (SAN). That's where you can expect to land when searching for Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego tickets.

  • Get on board with Southwest Airlines. This popular airline operates direct flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego.

  • OAK is about 11 kilometres from central Oakland. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 15 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 40 minutes.

  • Catching an early flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego? Avoid the last-minute rush to the airport (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays near OAK:

  • Metropolitan Oakland International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 83.61% of flights that depart OAK arrive at their destination without delay.

  • OAK's address is 1 Airport Drive.

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

  • R 774 is currently the best price for a one-way Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego flight. A return flight ticket starts from R 1,545. These prices may change depending on availability.

  • Get cheap flights from OAK to San Diego by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the best time for landing a bargain.

  • May is the best month for nabbing an incredible deal on Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego tickets. If you're looking to travel during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for every month.

  • Picking up a cheap flight from OAK to San Diego is easy with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic notifications and we'll let you know when a new discount appears.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego.

Airports in San Diego

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • San Diego International Airport (SAN) to the centre of San Diego takes about 10 minutes to reach by car. The centre is roughly 5 kilometres away.

  • It'll take around 20 minutes to get there by public transport.

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego. Stay at one of these accommodation options near SAN instead:

  • Grab a San Diego International Airport rental car and explore San Diego and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Dollar and Budget are popular outlets to choose from here.

  • Reserving your ride from San Diego International Airport around two weeks before your flight from OAK to San Diego can help you get the best possible rate.

  • The street address for SAN is N Harbour Dr.

McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD)

  • Central San Diego is around 56 kilometres from McClellan-Palomar Airport (CLD). Once your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego has hit the runway and you've navigated your way to arrivals, expect a drive of about 40 minutes.

  • The journey will take roughly 2 hours 15 minutes on public transport.

  • You'll find some great places ready to welcome you near CLD. Settle in and get cosy after your OAK to San Diego flight at one of these well-located options:

  • Budget, Hertz and Avis make picking up a McClellan-Palomar Airport rental car quick and easy. These suppliers are located in or around the terminal and will have you ready to go in a flash.

  • In general, the earlier you book, the better the deals and selection of vehicles. Lock in your ride from CLD once your travel dates are set.

Best time to go to San Diego

  • Before booking your flights from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego, consider which time of year works best for you. High season in San Diego offers a bustling atmosphere and plenty of things to do, while the off-season brings better deals on hotels and smaller crowds.

  • The warmest month in San Diego is August, with temperatures ranging between 17ºC (63ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF). Book your Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego flight ticket then if that's the weather you find most pleasant.

  • February sees average temperatures of between 7ºC (45ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for a cheap ticket from OAK to San Diego around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about San Diego

  • Once you've booked your flight from Metropolitan Oakland International Airport to San Diego, choose a hotel that combines comfort with a great location. Make one of these options your base for exploring San Diego:

  • There are so many things to do and see in this city it can be difficult to know where to begin. USS Midway Museum, San Diego Zoo and SeaWorld San Diego are top sights which should feature on any good San Diego itinerary.

Explore more of United States

  • San Diego has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of United States just waiting to be explored. About 177 kilometres north-west of San Diego, a visit to Los Angeles will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Griffith Observatory, The Broad and La Brea Tar Pits & Museum.

  • If there's time to check out another great destination in United States, consider Phoenix, roughly 483 kilometres east of San Diego. Desert Botanical Garden, Heard Museum and Papago Park are key reasons to visit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Oakland to San Diego

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