Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Detroit to Oakland, California?

Flights connecting via Salt Lake City (SLC) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 6h 28m.

What airlines fly to Oakland, California?

Delta, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Oakland, California from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Oakland, California. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Oakland, California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Detroit and Oakland, California?

Chicago (MDW) was the most common stop: 50% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Detroit to Oakland, California?

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $392.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Oakland?

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from Detroit to Oakland

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Detroit to Oakland, California?

Chicago (MDW) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport?

As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Oakland 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 Detroit to Oakland Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Oakland Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Oakland Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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7:15 am - 11:53 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:28 pm - 5:44 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$174Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2

7:15 am - 11:53 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:28 pm - 5:44 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$185Frontier

Tue, Nov 17 - Wed, Dec 2

7:15 am - 11:53 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:28 pm - 5:44 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$185Frontier

Wed, Nov 18 - Wed, Dec 2

7:15 am - 11:53 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:48 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$197Frontier

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

6:30 am - 10:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

1:40 pm - 10:40 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$399Southwest

Thu, Dec 10 - Thu, Dec 10

5:45 am - 10:15 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 30m1 stop Denver Intl

8:40 am - 5:55 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 15m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$399Southwest

Tue, Feb 16 - Tue, Mar 2

8:18 pm - 11:56 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 38m1 stop Salt Lake City

12:41 pm - 10:40 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 59m1 stop Salt Lake City

$399Delta

Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24

12:25 pm - 4:32 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 07m1 stop Salt Lake City

1:15 pm - 12:03 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 48m1 stop Salt Lake City

$399Delta

Tue, Jan 12 - Wed, Jan 20

6:30 am - 10:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

8:50 am - 6:55 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 05m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$399Southwest

Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17

12:25 pm - 4:32 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 07m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:55 am - 3:14 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

$399Delta

Fri, Jan 8 - Tue, Jan 12

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7:15 am - 11:51 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:51 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$410Frontier

Tue, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 1

7:15 am - 11:51 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:47 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$410Frontier

Tue, Sep 29 - Sat, Oct 3

7:15 am - 11:51 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:47 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$410Frontier

Tue, Sep 29 - Wed, Sep 30

7:15 am - 11:51 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 36m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:51 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 04m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$429Frontier

Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5

8:20 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:00 pm - 10:27 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 27m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$549Delta

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8:20 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:00 am - 3:14 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 14m1 stop Salt Lake City

$609Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 4

7:05 pm - 11:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 05m1 stop Chicago Midway

12:15 pm - 11:35 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$614Southwest

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 1

8:20 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:00 pm - 10:21 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 21m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$614Delta

Tue, Sep 29 - Fri, Oct 2

8:45 am - 2:45 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Los Angeles

12:15 pm - 11:35 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 20m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

$619Southwest

Wed, Sep 30 - Thu, Oct 1

6:00 am - 12:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

9:00 am - 8:35 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 35m2 stops Denver Intl Chicago Midway

$684Southwest

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Frontier flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

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Nov 17

DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 38m

1 stop

OAK11:53 amOakland

Dec 2

OAK12:28 pmOakland

14h 16m

1 stop

DTW5:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$174

Frontier

Nov 17

DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 38m

1 stop

OAK11:53 amOakland

Dec 2

OAK12:28 pmOakland

14h 16m

1 stop

DTW5:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$185

Frontier

Nov 10

DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 38m

1 stop

OAK11:53 amOakland

Nov 17

OAK12:48 pmOakland

13h 07m

1 stop

DTW4:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$197

Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

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Oct 6

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 54m

1 stop

OAK6:54 pmOakland

Oct 12

OAK7:02 amOakland

19h 38m

1 stop

DTW5:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$454

Alaska Airlines

Oct 7

DTW5:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 56m

1 stop

OAK10:55 pmOakland

Oct 12

OAK7:02 amOakland

19h 38m

1 stop

DTW5:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$459

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Oct 5

DTW5:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 56m

1 stop

OAK10:55 pmOakland

Oct 10

OAK7:02 amOakland

19h 38m

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DTW5:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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1:40 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 00m

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8:40 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 15m

$399

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - OAK Oakland

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Fri 10/23

8:18 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 38m

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Sat 10/24

12:41 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 59m

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - OAK Oakland

DTWOAK

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Tue 1/12

12:25 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Oakland

Wed 1/20

1:15 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 48m

$399

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - OAK Oakland

DTWOAK

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Tue 11/10

6:30 am-10:30 am

1 stop7h 00m

Oakland

Tue 11/17

8:50 am-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$399

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DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - OAK Oakland

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/8

12:25 pm-4:32 pm

1 stop7h 07m

Oakland

Tue 1/12

5:55 am-3:14 pm

1 stop6h 19m

$399

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The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Detroit, with most prices found around $329. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of January, then flying in April is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $368.

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Best Price Found	$83
Fastest flight time	6h 42m
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The best one-way flight to Oakland, California from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $83. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Oakland, California found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $174.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Oakland, California takes 6h 42m

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How far is Detroit to Oakland by plane?
There are 2077.0 mi between Detroit and Oakland. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 42m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport?
As of September 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to Oakland Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Oakland 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 Detroit to Oakland Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Oakland Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Oakland Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Oakland Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Oakland, California?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Detroit to Oakland, California is Southwest, representing 76% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Delta at 24%.

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Delta	PriceFrom $184	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,593 reviews		Search Delta flights
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