Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from $72
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What is the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California?
The month of February is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Detroit, with most prices found around $248. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of February, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $260.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?
According to our data, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly to Oakland, California from Detroit. The lowest ticket price found for a Wednesday departure recently was $287. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit to Oakland, California for around $367.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Oakland, California?
At noon is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit to Oakland, California when you can find flight prices for as low as $287. Flying to Oakland, California at noon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $363.
What is the cheapest Detroit to Oakland flight route?
Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Oakland for the best Detroit - Oakland flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to Oakland, California?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Oakland, California from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Oakland, California for around $352 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Oakland, California from Detroit for as low as $231 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Oakland flights?
There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Oakland flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to Oakland?
Spirit Airlines and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Oakland
What airlines fly to Oakland, California?
Delta, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines 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 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Oakland, California. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Oakland, California on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
When to book flights from Detroit to Oakland, California
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Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Oakland, California
Best Price Found | $72 |
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Fastest flight time | 6h 27m |
Direct flights | None |
Airports in Oakland, California | 1 airport |
How far is Detroit to Oakland by plane?
There are 2077.0 mi between Detroit and Oakland. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 27m.
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 July 2025, there are 3 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 Spirit Airlines, representing 59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Southwest at 26% and Delta at 15%.
Best airlines flying from Detroit to Oakland, California
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Oakland, California with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $165 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 8,063 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $289 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,958 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $314 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,256 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to Oakland?
It is quick and easy to find Detroit to Oakland flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Oakland that suits you.
Can I find flights from Detroit to Oakland with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Detroit to Oakland flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Oakland?
Once you have performed a search for Detroit to Oakland flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
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