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

Southwest and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Oakland to Detroit

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Oakland, California according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 52% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

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

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

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

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

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 Oakland Airport to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

$121 Cheap Flights from Oakland, California to Detroit in 2026

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $575 to $423. The lowest price recently found on this route was $247.

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1:40 pm - 11:05 pm

OAK

DTW

6h 25m

1 stop

3:35 pm - 9:20 pm

DTW

OAK

8h 45m

2 stops

$247Southwest

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15

11:55 pm - 10:55 am

OAK

DTW

8h 00m

1 stop

1:45 pm - 5:35 pm

DTW

OAK

6h 50m

1 stop

$256Southwest

Tue, Aug 18 - Tue, Aug 25

11:55 pm - 10:55 am

OAK

DTW

8h 00m

1 stop

6:25 am - 1:00 pm

DTW

OAK

9h 35m

2 stops

$261Southwest

Tue, Aug 18 - Wed, Aug 26

11:40 am - 11:05 pm

OAK

DTW

8h 25m

2 stops

1:45 pm - 7:05 pm

DTW

OAK

8h 20m

2 stops

$267Southwest

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15

5:50 am - 3:55 pm

OAK

DTW

7h 05m

1 stop

1:50 pm - 7:00 pm

DTW

OAK

8h 10m

1 stop

$296Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

12:33 pm - 11:59 pm

OAK

DTW

8h 26m

1 stop

8:05 pm - 11:49 pm

DTW

OAK

6h 44m

1 stop

$297Delta

Wed, Sep 2 - Thu, Sep 10

5:50 am - 3:55 pm

OAK

DTW

7h 05m

1 stop

8:50 am - 3:55 pm

DTW

OAK

10h 05m

2 stops

$301Southwest

Sat, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 28

12:33 pm - 11:59 pm

OAK

DTW

8h 26m

1 stop

8:50 am - 4:14 pm

DTW

OAK

10h 24m

2 stops

$302Delta

Tue, Aug 25 - Sat, Aug 29

11:10 am - 11:05 pm

OAK

DTW

8h 55m

1 stop

5:00 pm - 10:20 pm

DTW

OAK

8h 20m

1 stop

$305Southwest

Wed, Sep 9 - Mon, Sep 14

5:05 pm - 10:17 am

OAK

DTW

14h 12m

2 stops

4:27 pm - 11:59 pm

DTW

OAK

10h 32m

2 stops

$307Delta

Tue, Sep 8 - Wed, Sep 16

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Delta flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

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Delta

Sep 2

OAK12:33 pmOakland

8h 26m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 10

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 44m

1 stop

OAK11:49 pmOakland

$297

Delta

Aug 25

OAK12:33 pmOakland

8h 26m

1 stop

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 29

DTW8:50 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 24m

2 stops

OAK4:14 pmOakland

$302

Delta

Sep 8

OAK5:05 pmOakland

14h 12m

2 stops

DTW10:17 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 16

DTW4:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 32m

2 stops

OAK11:59 pmOakland

$307

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

Our best Southwest deals on Oakland, California to Detroit flight tickets

Southwest

Sep 9

OAK1:40 pmOakland

6h 25m

1 stop

DTW11:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 15

DTW3:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 45m

2 stops

OAK9:20 pmOakland

$247

Southwest

Aug 18

OAK11:55 pmOakland

8h 00m

1 stop

DTW10:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 25

DTW1:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 50m

1 stop

OAK5:35 pmOakland

$256

Southwest

Aug 18

OAK11:55 pmOakland

8h 00m

1 stop

DTW10:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 26

DTW6:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 35m

2 stops

OAK1:00 pmOakland

$261

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Wed 9/9

1:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/15

3:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$247

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Oakland

Tue 8/18

11:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 00m

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Tue 8/25

1:45 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$256

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 8/18

11:55 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 00m

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Wed 8/26

6:25 am-1:00 pm

2 stops9h 35m

$261

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OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Wed 9/9

11:40 am-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/15

1:45 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$267

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Sat 10/24

5:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/28

1:50 pm-7:00 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$296

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Wed 9/2

12:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/10

8:05 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$297

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Sat 10/24

5:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/28

8:50 am-3:55 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$301

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 8/25

12:33 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/29

8:50 am-4:14 pm

2 stops10h 24m

$302

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Wed 9/9

11:10 am-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/14

5:00 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop8h 20m

$305

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 9/8

5:05 pm-10:17 am

2 stops14h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/16

4:27 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops10h 32m

$307

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

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Oakland, California is in August. Flight prices, which tend to average around $139, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in August, then March is your next best option. Flight prices from Oakland, California to Detroit during March average around $179.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Oakland, California is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $475. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Oakland, California to Detroit for around $584.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Oakland, California to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $471. Flying to Detroit in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $568 on average. Flights to Detroit from Oakland, California in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

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

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Fastest flight time	6h 00m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Detroit takes 6h 00m

There are no direct flights from Oakland, California to Detroit. There are no popular flight routes from Oakland, California to Detroit.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Oakland, California to Detroit

How far is Oakland to Detroit by plane?
A flight from Oakland to Detroit will travel around 2077.0 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 6h 00m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Oakland Airport to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Oakland Airport to Detroit were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Oakland Airport to Detroit?
As of June 2026, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Oakland Airport to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Oakland Airport to Detroit?
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 Oakland Airport to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Detroit can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Detroit. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Oakland, California to Detroit?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Oakland, California to Detroit is Southwest, representing 60% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Delta at 40%.

Best airlines flying from Oakland, California to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,397 reviews		Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $333	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,235 reviews		Search Southwest flights

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