Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco (DTT - SFO) from $99

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 4/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTT — SFO
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from Detroit All airports to San Francisco are usually found in September or October, booked 13 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 March 19, 2024.

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$268

One-way from

$99
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 46% potential price drop
From Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Tuesday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco?

Find a great deal and save up to 42% by booking at least 14 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Detroit to San Francisco within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $247.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to San Francisco?

September is one of the best times of the year to fly to San Francisco from Detroit. Prices for September average $485 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $120. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of March. Opting for a September flight can save you 25% on your journey compared to booking in March

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to San Francisco (DTT - SFO)?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to San Francisco in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

Cheap Frontier flights from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between Detroit and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've come across from Detroit to San Francisco. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$141
Wed 4/2410:50 amDTW - SFO
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/307:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$142
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$147
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$158
Tue 4/1611:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Sat 4/209:06 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$159
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops13h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$162
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$163
Mon 4/1510:55 amDTW - SFO
2 stops25h 25mFrontier
Tue 4/307:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$168
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Sun 5/59:00 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 55mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$169

Cheap Delta flights from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Detroit and San Francisco. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Detroit to San Francisco. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Mon 3/256:03 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mDelta
Mon 4/14:18 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/18$729
Mon 3/256:00 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 24mDelta
Tue 4/212:26 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/18$738
Mon 3/256:03 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mDelta
Sun 3/3110:35 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/18$759
Mon 3/255:20 amDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 31mDelta
Sun 3/317:15 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/18$768
Wed 3/274:05 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 20mDelta
Sun 3/313:02 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Deal found 3/18$778
Sun 3/248:50 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 22mDelta
Mon 4/14:18 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/18$869
Sun 3/2412:43 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mDelta
Sat 3/3010:35 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/18$899
Sun 3/248:25 amDTW - SFO
1 stop7h 42mDelta
Sat 3/3010:35 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/18$908
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mDelta
Wed 3/277:15 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/17$1,013

Cheap Detroit to San Francisco flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to San Francisco specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Detroit to San Francisco in March and April 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$141
Wed 4/2410:50 amDTW - SFO
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/307:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$142
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$147
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$158
Tue 4/1611:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Sat 4/209:06 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$159
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops13h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$162
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$163
Wed 4/108:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$166
Wed 4/108:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/167:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$167

Detroit to San Francisco 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and San Francisco in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights traveling from Detroit to San Francisco in March and April 2024. Check back regularly for other flight deals.
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$141
Wed 4/2410:50 amDTW - SFO
1 stop16h 08mFrontier
Tue 4/307:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$142
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$147
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$158
Tue 4/1611:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Sat 4/209:06 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 20mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$159
Tue 4/2311:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 58mFrontier
Tue 5/77:01 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops13h 22mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$162
Sat 4/2710:45 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 21mFrontier
Fri 5/38:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$163
Wed 4/108:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/237:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$166
Wed 4/108:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/167:01 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$167

Non-stop flights to San Francisco from Detroit

Discover non-stop flight options from Detroit to San Francisco. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from Detroit to San Francisco, check out these fares. Search for alternative flights from Detroit to San Francisco by utilizing the search form above.
Fri 5/178:35 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 06mDelta
Mon 5/2010:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/18$517
Fri 5/248:35 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 06mDelta
Wed 5/297:15 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/18$519
Wed 5/221:04 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Tue 6/410:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/19$549
Sat 5/258:53 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mDelta
Mon 6/1710:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/18$559
Sat 4/131:14 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 15mDelta
Thu 4/1811:00 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Deal found 3/18$569
Sun 6/98:25 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mDelta
Sun 6/165:37 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/17$589
Fri 6/144:35 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 10mDelta
Sun 6/1610:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/18$599
Tue 4/212:43 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 21mDelta
Sun 4/284:40 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Deal found 3/18$609
Wed 5/158:53 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mDelta
Tue 5/2110:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/18$616

Detroit to San Francisco flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to San Francisco for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from Detroit to San Francisco departing last-minute. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 19mFrontier
Wed 3/279:50 amSFO - DTW
1 stop22h 53mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$238
Fri 3/2910:05 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 21mFrontier
Wed 4/38:52 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$259
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops13h 38mFrontier
Wed 3/279:50 amSFO - DTW
1 stop22h 53mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$260
Tue 3/265:44 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/274:53 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$314
Tue 3/265:44 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops21h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 4/28:52 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$317
Thu 3/2812:43 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Mon 4/18:35 amSFO - DTW
1 stop30h 28mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$324
Thu 3/2810:03 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop14h 40mFrontier
Mon 4/11:20 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops19h 26mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$326
Wed 3/278:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop25h 24mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/16:04 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop14h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$332
Tue 3/267:03 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop16h 57mFrontier
Wed 3/274:53 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop15h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$336

One-way flights to San Francisco from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Detroit to San Francisco. Users needing a return flight from Detroit to San Francisco should utilize the search form above.
Wed 4/108:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$99
Sat 3/309:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop24h 46mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$100
Tue 4/99:58 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops16h 25mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$101
Sun 3/3110:03 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop13h 57mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$103
Sat 3/309:00 amDTW - SFO
2 stops28h 08mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$106
Thu 4/412:43 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 18mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$107
Tue 4/237:10 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops25h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$109
Wed 4/101:53 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops20h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/17$110
Wed 4/101:53 pmDTW - SFO
2 stops20h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/18$111

Find flights from Detroit to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Francisco 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 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

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$141 - $285

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Price

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/23

1 stop15h 58m

San Francisco

Tue 5/7

1 stop11h 59m

$141

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/24

1 stop16h 08m

San Francisco

Tue 4/30

1 stop11h 59m

$142

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/27

1 stop12h 21m

San Francisco

Tue 5/7

1 stop11h 59m

$147

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/23

1 stop15h 58m

San Francisco

Fri 5/3

1 stop10h 05m

$158

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/16

1 stop15h 58m

San Francisco

Sat 4/20

1 stop11h 20m

$159

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/10

1 stop26h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 4/23

1 stop11h 59m

$166

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/10

1 stop26h 43m

San Francisco

Tue 4/16

1 stop11h 59m

$167

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/24

2 stops12h 59m

San Francisco

Tue 5/7

1 stop11h 59m

$171

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountySan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/30

1 stop24h 36m

San Francisco

Sat 6/8

1 stop6h 08m

$285

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When is the best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
Booking 13 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to San Francisco?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Noon
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to San Francisco by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to San Francisco by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to San Francisco is currently $105 while a round-trip flight costs $171. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of $268). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $386). 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.

January

$274

February

$281

March

$331

April

$324

May

$317

June

$386

July

$370

August

$298

September

$271

October

$268

November

$287

December

$268

Temperature and rainfall in San Francisco by month

Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

SFO

Temperature

51.8 - 62.6 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Frontier, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

7.3
Good
704 reviews
8.1
Very good
9,147 reviews

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

This is trivial however, I was in row 11B there aren’t any windows in that row. I enjoy being able to look out the window.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to San Francisco if you want to fly from Detroit to San Francisco. At least 8 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 6 flights to San Francisco from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to SFO to be around 5h 03m.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to San Francisco for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to San Francisco for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $141, but on average you can expect to pay $165.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to San Francisco for under $600 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Detroit to San Francisco under $600. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit to San Francisco is less than $614.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to San Francisco for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Detroit to San Francisco within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Detroit to San Francisco?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Detroit to San Francisco on average per day?

    On average 1 flight departs from Detroit to San Francisco per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 100% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to San Francisco?

    Frontier can get you from Detroit to San Francisco in just under 15h 58m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Detroit to San Francisco is about 2085 mi.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to San Francisco round-trip?

    Currently priced at $141, Frontier will fly you from Detroit to San Francisco and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Frontier is 70% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to San Francisco?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to San Francisco consider choosing China Southern (100%), China Eastern (100%) or Air France (83%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to San Francisco is generally $1,081, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $308. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $166 for that flight.

  • What does DTW to SFO mean?

    This is defined as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and San Francisco Airport (SFO). Codes like San Francisco Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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Top 8 airlines flying from Detroit to San Francisco

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FrontierCheapest$140Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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Sun Country AirCheapest$163Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
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Alaska AirlinesCheapest$233Average$582FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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JetBlueCheapest$246Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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United AirlinesCheapest$310Average$511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$331Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapest$408Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
1%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
21%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
62%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
16%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Sunday8daily flights
Monday8daily flights
Tuesday3daily flights
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Thursday8daily flights
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Saturday7daily flights

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