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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from $179

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Alaska Airlines Logo
5:14 pm - 10:32 pm
DTW
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OAK
8h 18m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:09 pm - 5:44 am
OAK
-
DTW
12h 35m
1 stop
$357Alaska Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:09 am - 1:15 pm
DTW
-
OAK
9h 06m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:44 am
OAK
-
DTW
20h 24m
1 stop
$363Alaska Airlines
Wed, Apr 22 - Sun, Apr 26
Southwest Logo
8:30 pm - 12:25 am
DTW
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OAK
6h 55m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 10:10 am
OAK
-
DTW
7h 15m
1 stop
$369Southwest
Fri, May 29 - Sun, May 31
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 4:25 pm
DTW
-
OAK
7h 10m
1 stop
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:22 pm
OAK
-
DTW
11h 22m
2 stops
$374Delta
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
Southwest Logo
12:40 pm - 6:50 pm
DTW
-
OAK
9h 10m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
12:50 pm - 12:15 am
OAK
-
DTW
8h 25m
2 stops
$379Southwest
Wed, Apr 22 - Fri, Apr 24
Delta Logo
9:09 am - 4:25 pm
DTW
-
OAK
10h 16m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:22 pm
OAK
-
DTW
11h 22m
2 stops
$380Delta
Tue, Jun 2 - Wed, Jun 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:14 pm - 8:53 am
DTW
-
OAK
18h 39m
2 stops
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:20 am - 5:44 am
OAK
-
DTW
20h 24m
1 stop
$385Alaska Airlines
Tue, Apr 28 - Sat, May 2
Delta Logo
5:43 pm - 10:34 pm
DTW
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OAK
7h 51m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:28 pm - 11:59 pm
OAK
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DTW
8h 31m
1 stop
$386Delta
Sat, May 23 - Mon, Jun 1
Delta Logo
5:59 pm - 11:54 pm
DTW
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OAK
8h 55m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:55 am - 7:15 pm
OAK
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DTW
10h 20m
2 stops
$391Delta
Tue, Apr 21 - Wed, Apr 29
Southwest Logo
8:30 pm - 12:10 am
DTW
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OAK
6h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:55 pm - 11:55 pm
OAK
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DTW
6h 00m
1 stop
$393Southwest
Fri, Jun 26 - Mon, Jun 29

Southwest flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

Our best Southwest deals on Detroit to Oakland, California flight tickets
Southwest
Apr 22
DTW12:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 10m
2 stops
OAK6:50 pmOakland
Apr 24
OAK12:50 pmOakland
8h 25m
2 stops
DTW12:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$379
Southwest
Jun 26
DTW8:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 40m
1 stop
OAK12:10 amOakland
Jun 29
OAK2:55 pmOakland
6h 00m
1 stop
DTW11:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$393
Southwest
May 1
DTW8:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m
1 stop
OAK12:25 amOakland
May 3
OAK12:30 pmOakland
7h 35m
2 stops
DTW11:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$398

Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Detroit to Oakland, California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Apr 28
DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 18m
1 stop
OAK10:32 pmOakland
May 2
OAK2:09 pmOakland
12h 35m
1 stop
DTW5:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$357
Alaska Airlines
Apr 22
DTW7:09 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 06m
1 stop
OAK1:15 pmOakland
Apr 26
OAK6:20 amOakland
20h 24m
1 stop
DTW5:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$363
Alaska Airlines
Apr 28
DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 39m
2 stops
OAK8:53 amOakland
May 2
OAK6:20 amOakland
20h 24m
1 stop
DTW5:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$385

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Oakland, California that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated April 4, 2026.
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DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

5:14 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 18m

Oakland

Sat 5/2

2:09 pm-5:44 am

1 stop12h 35m

$357

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

7:09 am-1:15 pm

1 stop9h 06m

Oakland

Sun 4/26

6:20 am-5:44 am

1 stop20h 24m

$363

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/29

8:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop6h 55m

Oakland

Sun 5/31

11:55 pm-10:10 am

1 stop7h 15m

$369

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

12:15 pm-4:25 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Oakland

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-8:22 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$374

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

12:40 pm-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 10m

Oakland

Fri 4/24

12:50 pm-12:15 am

2 stops8h 25m

$379

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

9:09 am-4:25 pm

2 stops10h 16m

Oakland

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-8:22 pm

2 stops11h 22m

$380

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

5:14 pm-8:53 am

2 stops18h 39m

Oakland

Sat 5/2

6:20 am-5:44 am

1 stop20h 24m

$385

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/23

5:43 pm-10:34 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Oakland

Mon 6/1

12:28 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 31m

$386

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/21

5:59 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Oakland

Wed 4/29

5:55 am-7:15 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$391
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DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/26

8:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 40m

Oakland

Mon 6/29

2:55 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$393

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Oakland, California

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Oakland, California?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California?

The month of January is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Detroit, with most prices found around $265. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of January, then flying in June is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $308.

How have Detroit to Oakland, California flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for Detroit to Oakland, California flights are approximately 24% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Oakland, California according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to Oakland, California (DTT to OAK) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Oakland, California

Fastest flight time

6h 40m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Oakland, California takes 6h 40m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to Oakland, California. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to Oakland, California.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Oakland, California

  • How far is Detroit to Oakland by plane?

    There are 2077.0 mi between Detroit and Oakland. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 40m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Oakland, California

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $188Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,583 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,386 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,343 reviews
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