Oakland to Detroit (OAK–YIP) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Oakland to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 2,054 mi 3h 36m nonstop +3h ahead 14 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between OAK and YIP, connecting options are available through 14 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for OAK to YIP.
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One-Stop Connections
14
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
MKE ~5h 29m BZN ~5h 49m DAL ~5h 55m SLC ~6h 0m MDW ~6h 8m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
OAK → YIP
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
Return
YIP → OAK
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
60%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OAK delays →
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Detroit from Oakland

Nearby airports with service to Willow Run Airport.
Metric OAK→YIP SJC→YIP
Distance from OAK – 29 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 1
Weekly flights 1 –
Flight time 3h 36m 3h 54m
Departure OTP 63% –
San Jose (SJC) to Detroit flights
Airports within 200 miles of OAK with service to Willow Run Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Oakland.
OAK: PDT · YIP: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Oakland, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
2,054 mi / 3,306 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 36m.
Facts

OAK–YIP Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Oakland to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance2,054 mi / 3,306 km
Flight time3h 36m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections14 hubs
Origin: OAK
Full nameSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
Destination: YIP
Full nameWillow Run Airport
IATA / ICAOYIP / KYIP
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation716 ft / 218 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about OAK to YIP flights.
Nonstop flights from San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport to Willow Run Airport take approximately 3h 36m. The route covers 2,054 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from OAK to YIP.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MKE, BZN, DAL, SLC, MDW, OMA, AUS, BNA, SNA, HOU, PHL, YUL, BOS and PBI. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Oakland.
Yes, return flights from YIP to OAK are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include SJC. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from OAK to YIP

San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport (OAK) and Willow Run Airport (YIP) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

OAK to YIP Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from OAK to YIP ranges from 3 hours 36 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,054 miles (3,306 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

14 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via MKE. Nearby alternative airports include San Jose (SJC).