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$68+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Oakland, CA (DTT - OAK)

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — OAK
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Oakland (OAK). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$170
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$68
(Booking.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$264
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Oakland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Oakland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/1510:00 amDTW - OAK
1 stop10h 35mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/236:29 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop14h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/20$170
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Fri 4/255:13 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop9h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 4/267:00 amOAK - DTW
1 stop19h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$354
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/1610:26 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop11h 23mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/188:25 pmOAK - DTW
2 stops16h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$362
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Tue 4/17:00 amDTW - OAK
2 stops10h 15mSouthwest
Fri 4/411:15 amOAK - DTW
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$452
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/126:12 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop7h 14mDelta
Fri 4/2512:55 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 54mDelta
Deal found 2/20$467

Find flights from Detroit to Oakland within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Oakland 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

10:00 am-5:35 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Oakland

Wed 4/23

6:29 pm-11:58 am

1 stop14h 29m

$170

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/25

5:13 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 31m

Oakland

Sat 4/26

7:00 am-5:11 am

1 stop19h 11m

$354

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/16

10:26 pm-6:49 am

1 stop11h 23m

Oakland

Fri 4/18

8:25 pm-4:04 pm

2 stops16h 39m

$362

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/1

7:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops10h 15m

Oakland

Fri 4/4

11:15 am-10:50 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$452

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/12

6:12 pm-10:26 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Oakland

Fri 4/25

12:55 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop6h 54m

$467

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

10:26 pm-9:11 am

1 stop13h 45m

$68

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/18

5:25 am-12:13 pm

2 stops9h 48m

$214

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/20

5:10 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 33m

$254

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Deals found on 2/19

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Detroit-Oakland, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Oakland, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Oakland, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Oakland, California 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 Detroit-Oakland, California 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 Detroit to Oakland

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Oakland

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Oakland, California?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Detroit to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 DTT to OAK?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Oakland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 21% on flights from Detroit to Oakland, California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Oakland, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Oakland. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Oakland, California flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Oakland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Oakland, California ranges from 0.0 - 4.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.8 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Oakland, California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in Oakland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Oakland, California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 66.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Oakland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Oakland. 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 Oakland. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Oakland, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,219 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Oakland. 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 Detroit to Oakland, California round-trip?

    Currently priced at $170, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to Oakland, California and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Alaska Airlines and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $354 and $452, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $214 and $254 on Delta and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Oakland 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 Detroit to Oakland, California?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Oakland, California (average of $183). Flying from Detroit to Oakland, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $259). 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 Detroit to Oakland

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Oakland. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$143Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$398Average$616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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