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

Flights connecting via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 7h 30m.

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

Flights via Seattle (SEA) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $375.

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines and Frontier 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 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

Frontier, Alaska Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Oakland to Detroit

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

Denver (DEN) was the most common stop: 67% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

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

Denver (DEN) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 34m.

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 November 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.

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

14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:31 pm - 11:33 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

24h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$256Frontier

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

10:58 pm - 5:09 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 11m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Dallas/Fort Worth

6:45 am - 10:05 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

18h 20m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$270Frontier

Tue, Feb 9 - Fri, Feb 19

12:28 pm - 6:25 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 57m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

2:31 pm - 11:33 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

24h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$288Frontier

Thu, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 9

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

14h 16m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:00 am - 11:33 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

30h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$290Frontier

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

12:34 pm - 12:19 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 45m1 stop Salt Lake City

6:06 pm - 12:03 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

8h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City

$409Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

5:55 am - 7:24 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 29m2 stops Salt Lake City Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

3:55 pm - 12:03 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

11h 08m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Salt Lake City

$409Delta

Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8

5:07 pm - 9:30 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 23m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

6:06 pm - 12:03 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

8h 57m1 stop Salt Lake City

$414Delta

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6

5:20 am - 4:55 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 35m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Chicago Midway

7:35 pm - 11:35 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway

$464Southwest

Sun, Dec 20 - Thu, Dec 31

11:45 pm - 10:35 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

7:45 pm - 12:40 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 55m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$479Southwest

Fri, Mar 26 - Sat, Apr 3

11:45 pm - 10:35 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

4:30 pm - 10:20 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

8h 50m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

$484Southwest

Fri, Mar 26 - Sat, Apr 3

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

13h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:00 am - 11:33 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

30h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$397Frontier

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Dec 8

5:55 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$420Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 7

10:18 am - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$422Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11

5:55 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

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

7h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$422Frontier

Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11

6:00 am - 5:10 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 10m2 stops Salt Lake City Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

3:55 pm - 12:03 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

11h 08m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Salt Lake City

$604Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Dec 8

8:05 am - 7:00 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

5:25 am - 10:25 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

8h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$629Southwest

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

8:05 am - 7:00 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

6:50 am - 1:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

10h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$634Southwest

Mon, Nov 9 - Thu, Nov 12

5:00 pm - 9:22 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 22m2 stops Salt Lake City Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

8:13 pm - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 42m1 stop Salt Lake City

$634Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

12:41 pm - 11:59 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 18m1 stop Salt Lake City

2:48 pm - 11:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

12h 07m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Salt Lake City

$634Delta

Fri, Nov 6 - Wed, Nov 11

9:30 am - 9:05 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 35m2 stops Los Angeles Chicago Midway

6:30 am - 1:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 40m2 stops Denver Intl Spokane

$639Southwest

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

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Delta flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

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Delta

Dec 1

OAK5:55 amOakland

10h 29m

2 stops

DTW7:24 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 8

DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 08m

2 stops

OAK12:03 amOakland

$409

Delta

Dec 4

OAK5:07 pmOakland

13h 23m

2 stops

DTW9:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 6

DTW6:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 57m

1 stop

OAK12:03 amOakland

$414

Delta

Dec 21

OAK12:34 pmOakland

8h 24m

1 stop

DTW11:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 7

DTW8:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 47m

1 stop

OAK11:57 pmOakland

$419

Southwest flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

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

Southwest

Dec 20

OAK5:20 amOakland

8h 35m

2 stops

DTW4:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 31

DTW7:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 00m

1 stop

OAK11:35 pmOakland

$464

Southwest

Nov 15

OAK11:50 pmOakland

7h 40m

1 stop

DTW10:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 19

DTW6:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 00m

1 stop

OAK10:30 amOakland

$499

Southwest

Nov 15

OAK11:50 pmOakland

7h 40m

1 stop

DTW10:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 19

DTW6:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 40m

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OAK1:10 pmOakland

$504

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12:28 pm-5:44 am

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12:34 pm-12:19 am

1 stop8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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6:06 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 57m

$409

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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5:55 am-7:24 pm

2 stops10h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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3:55 pm-12:03 am

2 stops11h 08m

$409

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Fri 12/4

5:07 pm-9:30 am

2 stops13h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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6:06 pm-12:03 am

1 stop8h 57m

$414

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Sun 12/20

5:20 am-4:55 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/31

7:35 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$464

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Fri 3/26

11:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/3

7:45 pm-12:40 am

1 stop7h 55m

$479

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Fri 3/26

11:45 pm-10:35 am

1 stop7h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/3

4:30 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 50m

$484

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Oakland, California is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around $403, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in March, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Oakland, California to Detroit during August average around $443.

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 $506. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Oakland, California to Detroit for around $601.

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 $495. 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 $582 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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Best Price Found	$123
Fastest flight time	7h 12m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $123. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $256.

The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Detroit takes 7h 12m

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 7h 12m.
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 November 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 65% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Delta at 35%.

Best airlines flying from Oakland, California to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $308	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews		Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $367	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,215 reviews		Search Southwest flights

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