How many flights from Oakland to Phoenix are non-stop?

Historically, approximately 40% of flights from Oakland to Phoenix have been non-stop. For flights that include connections, the median number of stopovers was 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating flight durations.

What's the flight time from Oakland to Phoenix?

The typical direct flight from Oakland to Phoenix has a median duration of 1 hour and 58 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median flight time increases to 4 hours and 26 minutes. The air distance between Oakland and Phoenix is 1038 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Oakland to Phoenix?

Historically, good prices on flights from Oakland to Phoenix have been frequent. This route is consistently identified as one where favorable fares appear regularly. Travelers can typically find competitive deals when planning their trips between these two cities. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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2026-10-05 – 2026-10-07
OAK - Phoenix
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Oakland to Phoenix: Overview

Insights for flights from Oakland to Phoenix

A typical journey from Oakland to Phoenix, including connections, takes about 1h 58m. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, this duration accounts for the full travel time. The non-stop flight time for this route is also 1h 58m, while connecting itineraries typically take 5h 55m.

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Oakland to Phoenix are significantly above the typical level. Recent fares typically range from $263–$1038, with a median of $503. Only 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding lower prices may require flexibility or waiting for new deals.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Oakland to Phoenix? The data indicates that December and January are the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $198. Following closely, September also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $207. Planning your travel during these months could lead to more economical options.

The distance between Oakland and Phoenix is 1038 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. For this route, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.

How much is a round trip from Oakland to Phoenix

Regular price: $216 - $370

Prices for flights from Oakland to Phoenix are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $216 to $370. The current lowest deal is $126 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 5-Oct 7.

now $126

Low $216

High $370

The cheapest time to fly from Oakland to Phoenix

The cheapest month to fly from OAK to PHX is December, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $937. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $112

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $937

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Direct flights from Oakland to Phoenix

Southwest Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Oakland to Phoenix

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$310

$182

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$308

$182

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$307

$163

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$279

$182

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Alaska Airlines, Inc.

$306

$203

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

OAK - Phoenix

Oakland (OAK) - Phoenix (PHX)

Deutsche Luft Hansa

$306

$246

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Oakland to Phoenix

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

$458 → $217

53%

8 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 10

$441 → $203

54%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$452 → $252

44%

2 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 15

$483 → $286

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Oakland to Phoenix

Oakland - Phoenix route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Oakland to Phoenix are below the typical level at $126.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in December for the lowest prices

Historically, December is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $112.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 58m

The typical direct flight from Oakland to Phoenix takes 1 hour and 58 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are common

About 40% of recent flights were direct; connecting flights typically have 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Southwest Airlines offers direct flights

Southwest Airlines has offered direct flights on the Oakland to Phoenix route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Oakland to Phoenix appear frequently, typically within a 30-day window.

Oakland main airports to depart from

Oakland International (OAK)

Cheapest

Oakland International is a convenient option for flights from Oakland to Phoenix.

📍 ~10 km from Oakland (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$132

Phoenix main airports to arrive at

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Oakland to Phoenix.

📍 ~7 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$175

Airports nearby Phoenix used as alternative

Tucson International (TUS)

Tucson International is a major international airport that offers a wide range of domestic and some international connections.

📍 ~180 km from Phoenix (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$188

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Phoenix

83% AI deal score

$1,746

$533

Save $1,213

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Phoenix

Historically, booking more than 60 days in advance typically offers the lowest average prices for flights from Oakland to Phoenix. Across the trailing quarter, prices averaged around $243 for bookings made in this window. In contrast, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure had a significantly higher average price of $460, and those booked 7-13 days out averaged $587. Planning ahead by at least two months can lead to substantial savings on this route.

Historically, a good price for a flight from Oakland to Phoenix is considered to be $263 or less. This threshold represents the lowest 25% of fares observed over the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route was $503, with 75% of fares being $1038 or less. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares at or below the $263 mark.

Historically, December and January have been the cheapest months to fly from Oakland to Phoenix, both with a median price of $198. September also offered competitive prices, with a median of $207. These months are notably more affordable compared to the annual median price of $503 for this route. Travelers looking for the best value should consider planning their trips during these periods.

Oakland to Phoenix: Overview

Insights for flights from Oakland to Phoenix

How much is a round trip from Oakland to Phoenix

Regular price: $216 - $370

Prices for flights from Oakland to Phoenix are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is $216 to $370. The current lowest deal is $126 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Oct 5-Oct 7.

now $126

Low $216

High $370

The cheapest time to fly from Oakland to Phoenix

The cheapest month to fly from OAK to PHX is December, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $937. Prices are generally lower from May to December.

December

Cheapest

Flights from $112

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $937

Feb

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May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec