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

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Detroit to Oakland
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
2,054 mi 4h 45m nonstop -3h behind 8 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between YIP and OAK, connecting options are available through 8 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for YIP to OAK.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
8
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~8h
Longest
LAS ~6h 32m MEM ~6h 47m LRD ~6h 48m MDW ~7h 3m SNA ~7h 14m
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
YIP → OAK
60%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
60%
Return
OAK → YIP
63%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
63%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. OAK delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in Oakland.
Distance & Flight Time
2,054 mi / 3,306 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 45m.
Facts

YIP–OAK Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Oakland route.
Route details
Distance2,054 mi / 3,306 km
Flight time4h 45m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections8 hubs
Origin: YIP
Full nameWillow Run Airport
IATA / ICAOYIP / KYIP
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation716 ft / 218 m
Destination: OAK
Full nameSan Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport
IATA / ICAOOAK / KOAK
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
Passengers/yr10.6M
Elevation9 ft / 3 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about YIP to OAK flights.
Nonstop flights from Willow Run Airport to San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport take approximately 4h 45m. The route covers 2,054 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through LAS, MEM, LRD, MDW, SNA, IAD, CLT and PHL. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Oakland is 3 hours behind Detroit.
Yes, return flights from OAK to YIP are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
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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 YIP to OAK

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

YIP to OAK Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from YIP to OAK ranges from 4 hours 45 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,054 miles (3,306 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

8 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via LAS.