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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from $185

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Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 11:54 pm
DTW
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OAK
6h 39m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 5:12 am
OAK
-
DTW
9h 07m
1 stop
$369Delta
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 28
Delta Logo
8:15 pm - 11:51 pm
DTW
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OAK
6h 36m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 10:10 am
OAK
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DTW
14h 10m
2 stops
$374Delta
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25
Delta Logo
4:47 pm - 11:51 pm
DTW
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OAK
10h 04m
2 stops
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 8:15 pm
OAK
-
DTW
11h 15m
2 stops
$380Delta
Mon, Aug 17 - Tue, Aug 25
Southwest Logo
8:30 pm - 12:15 am
DTW
-
OAK
6h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
11:55 pm - 10:05 am
OAK
-
DTW
7h 10m
1 stop
$393Southwest
Fri, Jul 10 - Sun, Jul 12
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 4:23 pm
DTW
-
OAK
6h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 11:59 pm
OAK
-
DTW
8h 26m
1 stop
$394Delta
Wed, Jun 17 - Thu, Aug 27
Southwest Logo
8:30 pm - 12:10 am
DTW
-
OAK
6h 40m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
5:30 am - 5:55 pm
OAK
-
DTW
9h 25m
2 stops
$398Southwest
Fri, Jul 3 - Tue, Jul 28
Delta Logo
12:25 pm - 4:23 pm
DTW
-
OAK
6h 58m
1 stop
Delta Logo
5:00 pm - 8:55 am
OAK
-
DTW
12h 55m
2 stops
$399Delta
Wed, Jun 17 - Mon, Aug 24
Delta Logo
6:10 pm - 11:54 pm
DTW
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OAK
8h 44m
2 stops
Delta Logo
5:05 pm - 10:10 am
OAK
-
DTW
14h 05m
2 stops
$404Delta
Fri, Jul 3 - Wed, Jul 8
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:01 am - 1:59 pm
DTW
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OAK
9h 58m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:11 pm - 5:26 am
OAK
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DTW
12h 15m
1 stop
$409Alaska Airlines
Wed, Aug 12 - Wed, Aug 26
Southwest Logo
6:25 am - 1:00 pm
DTW
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OAK
9h 35m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:50 am - 6:50 pm
OAK
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DTW
8h 00m
1 stop
$414Southwest
Tue, Sep 8 - Mon, Sep 14

Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Detroit to Oakland, California flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
Aug 12
DTW7:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 58m
1 stop
OAK1:59 pmOakland
Aug 26
OAK2:11 pmOakland
12h 15m
1 stop
DTW5:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$409
Alaska Airlines
Aug 18
DTW7:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 58m
1 stop
OAK1:59 pmOakland
Sep 1
OAK11:55 amOakland
14h 31m
2 stops
DTW5:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$421
Alaska Airlines
Sep 2
DTW7:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 12m
1 stop
OAK1:13 pmOakland
Sep 8
OAK10:11 amOakland
16h 15m
1 stop
DTW5:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$423

Delta flights from Detroit to Oakland, California

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Oakland, California flight tickets
Delta
Jul 3
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 39m
1 stop
OAK11:54 pmOakland
Jul 28
OAK5:05 pmOakland
9h 07m
1 stop
DTW5:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$369
Delta
Aug 17
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 36m
1 stop
OAK11:51 pmOakland
Aug 24
OAK5:00 pmOakland
12h 55m
2 stops
DTW8:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$374
Delta
Aug 17
DTW4:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 04m
2 stops
OAK11:51 pmOakland
Aug 22
OAK6:00 amOakland
11h 15m
2 stops
DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$380

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DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

8:15 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 39m

Oakland

Tue 7/28

5:05 pm-5:12 am

1 stop9h 07m

$369

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

8:15 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Oakland

Tue 8/25

5:00 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 10m

$374

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

4:47 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops10h 04m

Oakland

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-8:15 pm

2 stops11h 15m

$380
Quickest round-trip

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/10

8:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop6h 45m

Oakland

Sun 7/12

11:55 pm-10:05 am

1 stop7h 10m

$393

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

12:25 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Oakland

Thu 8/27

12:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$394

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

8:30 pm-12:10 am

1 stop6h 40m

Oakland

Tue 7/28

5:30 am-5:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$398

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

12:25 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Oakland

Mon 8/24

5:00 pm-8:55 am

2 stops12h 55m

$399

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

6:10 pm-11:54 pm

2 stops8h 44m

Oakland

Wed 7/8

5:05 pm-10:10 am

2 stops14h 05m

$404

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/12

7:01 am-1:59 pm

1 stop9h 58m

Oakland

Wed 8/26

2:11 pm-5:26 am

1 stop12h 15m

$409

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/8

6:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops9h 35m

Oakland

Mon 9/14

7:50 am-6:50 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$414

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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 August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Oakland, California from Detroit, with most prices found around $184. If you aren’t able to travel to Oakland, California during the month of August, then flying in September is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $187.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to Oakland, California flights?

You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to Oakland, California flight.

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

As of May 2026, prices for Detroit to Oakland, California flights are approximately 194% more expensive 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 30m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to Oakland, California takes 6h 30m
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 30m.

  • 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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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $187Free CancellationRating
6.2
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DeltaPriceFrom $296Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,423 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,264 reviews
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