Oakland to San Diego Flights (OAK-SAN)

🇺🇸 OAK

Oakland

447 mi

SAN 🇺🇸

San Diego

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport San Diego International Airport 12 airlines

The Oakland to San Diego route connects San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) in US with San Diego International Airport (SAN) in US. This short-haul flight covers approximately 447 miles (719 km) with a typical flight time of 1h 11m. This route is served by 12 airlines: Southwest, FedEx, NetJets Aviation and others. AirportRoutes has tracked 58 unique flight numbers on this route.

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About This Route

Route Overview

The Oakland (OAK) → San Diego (SAN) route spans 447 miles (719 km), linking the East Bay with Southern California’s coastal hub. Nonstop flights typically take about 1 hour 20 minutes to 1 hour 35 minutes, making it a convenient alternative to a long drive through California. Travelers choose this route for quick access to San Diego’s beaches, conventions, and family attractions, while keeping Bay Area ground time minimal. OAK is often favored for its smaller, easier-to-navigate terminals and generally efficient security flow compared with larger regional airports. SAN’s close-in location near downtown means a short transfer to hotels, the waterfront, and major neighborhoods. Overall, it’s a time-saving hop for weekend getaways, business trips, and warm-weather escapes.

Travel Tips

Book early for the best USD fares, especially around holidays and school breaks; midweek departures often price lower than Friday/Sunday peaks. At OAK, check your terminal and gate area in advance, and arrive about 90 minutes before departure for a smoother security experience. Consider carry-on-only to save time, and keep liquids accessible for screening. Onboard, expect a short flight with limited time for service—bring a filled water bottle (post-security) and download entertainment ahead of time. At SAN, plan for curbside traffic during peak hours; rideshare pickup zones can be busy. If you’re heading downtown or to the Gaslamp Quarter, allow extra time during rush hour and event nights.

Destination Highlights

San Diego blends beach culture with major attractions and distinct neighborhoods. Start with Balboa Park for museums and gardens, then visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo nearby. The USS Midway Museum on the waterfront is a top pick for history and views, while La Jolla Cove offers coastal walks and frequent sea lion sightings. For classic beach time, consider Coronado Beach, Pacific Beach, or Mission Beach. Food highlights include Baja-influenced fish tacos, California burritos, and fresh seafood; explore Little Italy for dining and the popular weekend market. Best areas to base yourself include the Gaslamp Quarter for nightlife, Little Italy for restaurants, and La Jolla for a quieter, scenic stay.

Best Time to Fly

For pleasant weather and solid value, consider April–June or September–October, when temperatures are comfortable and crowds are lighter than midsummer. May–June can bring coastal “June Gloom” mornings, often clearing later in the day. Peak pricing typically appears in July–August and around major holiday weeks, while late winter can offer better deals outside event periods. Notable demand spikes can coincide with large conventions and festivals; booking several weeks ahead helps secure lower USD fares on this 447 miles (719 km) route.

AI-Generated Content: This information was compiled using AI from web sources on Dec 25, 2025. Content may not be current; please verify with airlines before booking.

Departure Airport

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport

ICAO Code:: KOAK
IATA Code:: OAK
City:: 🇺🇸 Oakland
Country:: US
Elevation:: 9 ft

Destination Airport

San Diego International Airport

ICAO Code:: KSAN
IATA Code:: SAN
City:: 🇺🇸 San Diego
Country:: US
Elevation:: 17 ft

Operators

Tracked Flights

447

Miles

1h 11m

Flight Duration

Route Map

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Operating Airlines

Airline	ICAO	IATA
Southwest	`SWA`	`WN`
FedEx	`FDX`	`FX`
NetJets Aviation	`EJA`	`1I`
Spirit	`NKS`	`NK`
Flexjet	`LXJ`	`-`
Horizon	`QXE`	`QX`
SkyWest	`SKW`	`OO`
SkyWest Charter	`SCW`	`CW`
Silver Air	`SIS`	`-`
Sunset Aviation	`TWY`	`-`
Thrive Aviation	`TIV`	`-`
AirNet II	`USC`	`-`

Flight Schedule Pattern

Day	Flights Observed	Frequency
Monday	54	15%
Tuesday	43	12%
Wednesday	61	17%
Thursday	62	17%
Friday	63	18%
Saturday	36	10%
Sunday	38	11%

Pattern Analysis

58 Tracked Flights:

Data Points: 357
API observations used to build this analysis

Weekdays: 283 flights
Weekend: 74 flights

Business Route More active on weekdays

All Flight Routes

12 Routes

Note: This table shows aggregated route data by airline. Each airline may operate multiple daily flights at different times. See the "Spotted Departure Times" section below for all observed departure times.

Airline	Flight Numbers	Aircraft Type	Typical Time	Days Active	Last Seen	Status
Horizon `QXE` / `QX`		E75L	10:29 10:29 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
SkyWest `SKW` / `OO`		E170	20:13 8:13 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
FedEx `FDX` / `FX`		B752	03:00 3:00 AM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Flexjet `LXJ`	-	GLF4	-	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
NetJets Aviation `EJA` / `1I`		C68A	16:00 4:00 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
SkyWest Charter `SCW` / `CW`		CRJ2	15:10 3:10 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Silver Air `SIS`	-	C25B	-	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Southwest `SWA` / `WN`		B737	20:30 8:30 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Spirit `NKS` / `NK`	-	A320	-	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Sunset Aviation `TWY`	-	CL60	-	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
Thrive Aviation `TIV`	-	C25B	-	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active
AirNet II `USC`		LJ35	14:10 2:10 PM (Representative)	M T W T F S S	Jun 15, 2026	Active

Total Routes: 12

Active Routes: 12

Unique Airlines: 12

Aircraft Types: 12

Spotted Departure Times

Departure Time	Operator	ICAO	IATA
03:00 3:00 AM	FedEx	`FDX`	`FX`
10:29 10:29 AM	Horizon	`QXE`	`QX`
14:10 2:10 PM	AirNet II	`USC`	`-`
15:10 3:10 PM	SkyWest Charter	`SCW`	`CW`
16:00 4:00 PM	NetJets Aviation	`EJA`	`1I`
20:13 8:13 PM	SkyWest	`SKW`	`OO`
20:30 8:30 PM	Southwest	`SWA`	`WN`

Time Information

Times are shown in the departure airport's local timezone (KOAK - America/Los_Angeles).

Total Departure Times: 7

Time Range:
03:00 - 20:30

These are typical departure times observed from actual flights. Times may vary by season and schedule changes.

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