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$83+ Cheap flights from Oakland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (OAK - DTW)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — DTW
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Oakland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in May or October, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Oakland (OAK) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$187
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One-way from

$83
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Cheapest flights from Oakland to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Oakland to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/93:33 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop11h 11mSpirit Airlines
Thu 12/129:10 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop15h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$187
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/275:30 amOAK - DTW
2 stops23h 17mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/78:58 pmDTW - OAK
2 stops18h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$320
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:00 amOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 01mDelta
Tue 12/176:05 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop9h 09mDelta
Deal found 11/19$416
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/156:00 amOAK - DTW
2 stops14h 17mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/177:13 amDTW - OAK
2 stops14h 36mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/19$613
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/19:05 amOAK - DTW
2 stops8h 25mSouthwest
Mon 12/1612:40 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$730

Find flights from Oakland to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Oakland to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Mon 12/9

3:33 pm-5:44 am

1 stop11h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/12

9:10 pm-9:25 am

1 stop15h 15m

$187

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Fri 12/27

5:30 am-7:47 am

2 stops23h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

8:58 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops18h 40m

$320

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Fri 1/17

7:32 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops41h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

4:42 pm-8:49 am

2 stops19h 07m

$396

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 12/10

6:00 am-3:01 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/17

6:05 pm-12:14 am

1 stop9h 09m

$416

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 3/20

12:30 pm-12:15 am

1 stop8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

7:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$541

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 1/7

5:30 am-8:03 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$83

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 11/28

3:18 pm-9:40 am

2 stops15h 22m

$222

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 1/23

9:46 am-3:44 pm

2 stops26h 58m

$225

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Sun 12/15

12:55 pm-12:26 am

1 stop8h 31m

$279

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Oakland to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Oakland to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Oakland to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Oakland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from OAK to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Oakland to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Oakland to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,175 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Oakland to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $187 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Delta, starting at $396 and $416 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 46% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $83. Users have also found prices from $225 and $279 on Alaska Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Oakland to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Oakland to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Oakland to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Oakland to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Oakland to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Oakland to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from Oakland to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Oakland to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$141Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$230Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$390Average$572FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$417Average$608FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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