I used to commute ATL to DTW, only used DL metal. It's doable. But I had to commute in the day prior to a trip to avoid missing work. If you don't have a crash pad or a hotel, I would NOT recommend it. Some days I started at 0900 trying to get to DTW by 1400, and ended up getting the JS on the last flight of the night, getting into DTW after midnight.
Never tried OAL, might work out. But not my cup of tea. I'll just move to ATL like I moved to DTW. Much simpler that way.
Originally Posted by
4myfamily
Be prepared to use SW or Spirit. Lots of DL mainline people taking the seats on DL flights. I have been doing ATL to DTW and I rarely make a mainline flight.