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$151+ Cheap flights from Oakland, CA 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 2/17. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
OAK — DTW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
Sun 1/11
Sun 1/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Oakland to Detroit

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 December 12, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/177:00 amOAK - DTW
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Thu 12/187:15 amDTW - OAK
1 stop11h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$544
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/1712:35 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Fri 12/194:20 pmDTW - OAK
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$574
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Thu 12/185:25 amOAK - DTW
1 stop11h 25mSouthwest
Fri 12/197:15 amDTW - OAK
1 stop13h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$580
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Sat 12/1312:30 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Sun 12/213:50 pmDTW - OAK
2 stops11h 08mDelta
Deal found 12/11$594
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/193:05 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 15mSouthwest
Mon 12/224:20 pmDTW - OAK
2 stops9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 12/10$614
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/1812:30 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Fri 1/98:45 amDTW - OAK
2 stops10h 29mDelta
Deal found 12/11$624
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Thu 12/1812:30 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop8h 50mDelta
Tue 1/69:30 pmDTW - OAK
2 stops17h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/11$625
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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.
Mon 12/2210:25 amOAK - DTW
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/27:15 amDTW - OAK
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 12/11$628

Find 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$306
(Alaska Airlines)

One-way from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$439
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Oakland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Oakland

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 3/3

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

5:22 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$306

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Fri 1/9

11:10 am-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

7:15 am-2:00 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$333

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 1/29

11:10 am-9:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

1:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$357

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 2/12

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

5:22 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$461

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Fri 2/13

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

5:22 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 27m

$461

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Fri 2/6

6:15 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

1:00 pm-5:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$462

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Sun 1/4

8:32 pm-3:56 pm

2 stops16h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

5:15 pm-4:23 pm

1 stop26h 08m

$468

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Thu 2/19

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$152

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Wed 2/25

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$152

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Sun 2/15

6:15 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 11m

$154

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Compare providers for flights from Oakland to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Oakland to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on Oakland, California-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >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 CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Oakland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $133). Flying from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 December 12, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 63% on flights from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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 December 12, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Oakland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,176 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,253 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

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.

  • How long is the flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A quick flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can take about 7h 11m. Alaska Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $306. The distance from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 2062 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $170 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Southwest, starting at $308 and $333 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 65% 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 $80. Users have also found prices from $154 and $154 on Southwest 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $133). Flying from Oakland, California to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 3 airlines flying from Oakland to Detroit

Discover the top 3 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$170Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$333Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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