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 50% 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?

Southwest 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 offers the lowest fares from Oakland, California to Detroit?

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

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 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 August 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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12:47 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:15 am - 9:22 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

29h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$240Frontier

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

12:47 pm - 5:00 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 13m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:51 pm - 11:52 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

26h 01m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$242Frontier

Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20

12:47 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

1:00 pm - 9:22 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

47h 22m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$258Frontier

Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 29

12:47 pm - 4:55 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

12:46 pm - 5:56 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

32h 10m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$258Frontier

Wed, Sep 23 - Wed, Sep 30

11:50 pm - 10:30 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

6:10 am - 1:15 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

10h 05m1 stop Denver Intl

$379Southwest

Mon, Dec 14 - Thu, Dec 17

2:25 pm - 11:35 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 10m1 stop Denver Intl

8:50 am - 12:45 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 55m1 stop Chicago Midway

$379Southwest

Thu, Oct 29 - Wed, Nov 4

12:39 pm - 11:59 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 20m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:40 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

$379Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29

1:15 pm - 12:03 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 48m1 stop Salt Lake City

8:05 pm - 11:56 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 51m1 stop Salt Lake City

$379Delta

Mon, Jan 4 - Fri, Jan 8

11:10 am - 11:10 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

7:30 pm - 11:10 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

6h 40m1 stop Chicago Midway

$379Southwest

Wed, Sep 16 - Fri, Sep 18

12:39 pm - 11:59 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 20m1 stop Salt Lake City

5:40 pm - 10:01 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 21m1 stop Salt Lake City

$379Delta

Mon, Sep 21 - Sat, Sep 26

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12:13 pm - 6:16 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 03m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:30 am - 11:18 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

29h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$374Frontier

Tue, Sep 1 - Mon, Sep 7

12:13 pm - 6:20 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:15 am - 11:52 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$380Frontier

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

8:37 pm - 6:20 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 43m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

7:15 am - 11:52 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 37m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$380Frontier

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

12:13 pm - 6:20 amOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

15h 07m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

8:30 am - 11:18 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

29h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl

$400Frontier

Sun, Aug 30 - Tue, Sep 1

6:00 am - 8:15 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

5:40 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

$529Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

5:05 am - 4:20 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 15m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl

6:35 am - 10:35 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl

$559Southwest

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

5:20 am - 3:10 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway

3:50 pm - 10:40 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$559Southwest

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

10:25 am - 9:20 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Lambert-St Louis

3:50 pm - 10:40 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 50m2 stops Denver Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

$564Southwest

Mon, Aug 31 - Tue, Oct 13

6:00 am - 8:15 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

11h 15m2 stops Salt Lake City Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky

5:40 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

$599Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

6:00 am - 6:38 pmOAK Oakland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 38m2 stops Salt Lake City Minneapolis St Paul

5:40 pm - 11:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-OAK Oakland

9h 19m1 stop Salt Lake City

$629Delta

Sat, Aug 29 - Wed, Sep 9

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Frontier flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

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Frontier

Sep 23

OAK12:47 pmOakland

13h 08m

1 stop

DTW4:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 30

DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

29h 07m

1 stop

OAK9:22 amOakland

$240

Frontier

Oct 13

OAK12:47 pmOakland

13h 13m

1 stop

DTW5:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 20

DTW12:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 01m

2 stops

OAK11:52 amOakland

$242

Frontier

Oct 14

OAK12:47 pmOakland

13h 13m

1 stop

DTW5:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Oct 19

DTW12:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 01m

2 stops

OAK11:52 amOakland

$243

Delta flights from Oakland, California to Detroit

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

Delta

Aug 29

OAK6:00 amOakland

11h 15m

2 stops

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 9

DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 19m

1 stop

OAK11:59 pmOakland

$529

Delta

Aug 29

OAK6:00 amOakland

11h 15m

2 stops

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 9

DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 19m

1 stop

OAK11:59 pmOakland

$599

Delta

Aug 29

OAK6:00 amOakland

9h 38m

2 stops

DTW6:38 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 9

DTW5:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 19m

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OAK11:59 pmOakland

$629

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Wed 9/23

12:47 pm-4:55 am

1 stop13h 08m

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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1 stop10h 05m

$379

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Thu 10/29

2:25 pm-11:35 pm

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8:50 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$379

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 9/21

12:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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5:40 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 19m

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 1/4

1:15 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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8:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop6h 51m

$379

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Wed 9/16

11:10 am-11:10 pm

1 stop9h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/18

7:30 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$379

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OAK Oakland - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Mon 9/21

12:39 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/26

5:40 pm-10:01 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$379

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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 September is your next best option. Flight prices from Oakland, California to Detroit during September average around $444.

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 $497. 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 $593.

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 $492. 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 $571 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	$110
Fastest flight time	6h 43m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Oakland, California in the past 72 hours is $110. The best round-trip flight deal from Oakland, California to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $240.

The fastest flight from Oakland, California to Detroit takes 6h 43m

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 43m.
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 August 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 69% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is Delta at 31%.

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 8,531 reviews		Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $367	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,204 reviews		Search Southwest flights

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