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$90+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SMF - DTW)

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 4/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DTW
Feb 26 — Mar 51
Thu 2/26
Thu 3/5
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in September or July, booked 58 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 27, 2026.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2310:53 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop10h 02m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:00 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:08 pm
SMF
-
DTW
2 stops32h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 2/287:15 pm
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop15h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/194:51 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop15h 08m
Frontier
Wed 3/2511:54 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop26h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$235
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:08 pm
SMF
-
DTW
2 stops32h 47m
Frontier
Sun 3/16:00 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop8h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 1/26$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/2312:08 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop13h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/2710:00 pm
DTW
-
SMF
2 stops40h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 2/2812:42 pm
SMF
-
DTW
2 stops13h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/810:27 pm
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop15h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$246
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/2611:51 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop14h 14m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/16:32 pm
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/238:53 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop30h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/16:00 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop8h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/26$259

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Detroit (DTW). 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 January 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$222
(Priceline)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$519
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price ($83 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento to Detroit 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 January 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Sacramento

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Detroit

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Depart

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Price

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 2/23

8:53 am-6:20 pm

1 stop30h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

6:00 am-11:13 am

1 stop8h 13m

$260

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

5:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$306

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

5:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$316

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

2:50 pm-6:30 am

1 stop12h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

8:15 pm-10:33 am

2 stops17h 18m

$349

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

11:45 am-6:30 am

1 stop15h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

8:15 pm-10:33 am

2 stops17h 18m

$369

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

6:40 am-12:09 am

2 stops14h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

12:19 pm-9:49 pm

1 stop12h 30m

$379

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

5:00 pm-3:56 pm

1 stop19h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/16

4:55 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$389

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 2/24

6:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

5:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$393

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 2/25

6:00 am-4:26 pm

1 stop7h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/26

5:22 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$393

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 4/8

11:35 am-6:27 am

1 stop15h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/17

7:57 pm-9:55 pm

Nonstop4h 58m

$395

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 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 Sacramento-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Sacramento-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Sacramento to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Detroit. Price data was last updated on January 23, 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $140). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated January 27, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,118 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,205 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,197 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,384 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Sacramento to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There are many flights that can get you from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 7h 26m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 2007 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $161 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and United Airlines, starting at $197 and $328 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 67% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    $61 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on American Airlines and Southwest, with prices starting from $113 and $178, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing Air France (100%), KLM (92%) or Delta (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    While on average a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is generally $464, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (Sacramento Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $243 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit 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 Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $140). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $308). 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento to Detroit. 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 January 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$197Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$328Average$680FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$369Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$416Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$418Average$539FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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