$60+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SAN - 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 3/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DTW
Mar 13 — Mar 201
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to DetroitExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 11, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:00 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Wed 3/1811:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 4/812:00 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop19h 58m
Frontier
Sat 4/115:02 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop17h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/116:25 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops22h 42m
Frontier
Wed 3/1811:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 06m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:52 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Tue 5/1211:42 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops20h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/1511:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop15h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$186
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1212:29 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 25m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 5/122:47 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1410:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop28h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/309:18 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Sun 4/1211:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 3/511:59 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop20h 00m
Frontier
Sun 3/810:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Wed 4/222:47 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/296:05 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops16h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$200
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 4/98:47 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop23h 11m
Frontier
Sun 4/1211:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$201
Best flights from San Diego to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 3/318:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop28h 02m
Frontier
Sun 4/511:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop15h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$281
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Sun 4/128:25 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops24h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/176:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$381
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/79:35 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops7h 40m
Southwest
Wed 4/226:35 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops8h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9![Southwest logo]()
$447
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/176:07 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Sun Country Air
Sun 6/287:00 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop24h 47m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/8![Sun Country Air logo]()
$455
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/258:18 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops16h 38m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/34:52 pm
DTW
- SAN
2 stops18h 04m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$461
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/172:00 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 30m
Delta
Sun 6/287:50 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 54m
Delta
Deal found 2/8![Delta logo]()
$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/1210:05 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Thu 5/146:25 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/9![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/186:07 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 02m
Sun Country Air
Sun 8/26:51 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop24h 51m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 2/11![Sun Country Air logo]()
$477
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/127:52 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops17h 07m
Alaska Airlines
Fri 4/174:55 pm
DTW
- SAN
2 stops18h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/8![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$484
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 3/2910:10 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 20m
Delta
Sun 4/58:55 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop5h 04m
Delta
Deal found 2/7![Delta logo]()
$499
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/2511:40 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Wed 4/16:30 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10![Southwest logo]()
$467
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/186:50 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops13h 20m
Southwest
Tue 3/242:15 pm
DTW
- SAN
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 2/10![Southwest logo]()
$499
Last-minute flights from San Diego to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Detroit. Data last updated February 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Detroit. Data last updated February 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/11. 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 2/1911:59 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop20h 05m
Frontier
Tue 3/1011:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/11![Frontier logo]()
$222
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/266:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 06m
Frontier
Mon 3/26:52 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop8h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/278:35 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Sun 3/811:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$220
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Sun 3/14:12 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops25h 53m
Frontier
Thu 3/1910:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop28h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/7. 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 3/511:59 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop20h 00m
Frontier
Sun 3/810:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/7![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/116:25 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops22h 42m
Frontier
Wed 3/1811:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/139:00 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Wed 3/1811:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Fri 3/136:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/186:05 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops18h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Wed 3/183:16 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 13m
Frontier
Tue 3/249:31 pm
DTW
- SAN
2 stops53h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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.
Tue 3/246:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop25h 34m
Frontier
Sun 3/2910:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop12h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 3/309:18 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Sun 4/1211:54 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$193
One-way flights from San Diego to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Tue 3/108:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop23h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$60
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 2/2812:23 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop8h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$66
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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.
Wed 3/252:50 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$67
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/9. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/37:11 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop13h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 2/9![Frontier logo]()
$71
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/309:18 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$76
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 3/48:45 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$80
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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.
Fri 4/246:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$82
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/10. 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 5/712:36 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop19h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/10![Frontier logo]()
$84
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/8. 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 5/23:20 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/8![Frontier logo]()
$90
Find flight deals from San Diego to Detroit
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 February 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $161 (Trip.com) |
One-way from | $60 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $499 |
Good round-trip deal | $332 or less |
Good one-way deal | $187 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 February 11, 2026.
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Route
Depart
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Price
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 3/31
8:25 am-3:27 pm
1 stop28h 02m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 4/5
11:54 am-12:02 am
1 stop15h 08m
$281
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Sun 4/12
8:25 pm-11:55 pm
2 stops24h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 4/17
6:00 am-2:25 pm
1 stop11h 25m
$381
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 4/7
9:35 am-8:15 pm
2 stops7h 40m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/22
6:35 am-12:10 pm
2 stops8h 35m
$447
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 6/17
6:07 pm-9:09 am
1 stop12h 02m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 6/28
7:00 pm-4:47 pm
1 stop24h 47m
$455
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 3/25
8:18 pm-3:56 pm
2 stops16h 38m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 4/3
4:52 pm-7:56 am
2 stops18h 04m
$461
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 5/12
10:05 am-9:35 pm
2 stops8h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 5/14
6:25 am-12:10 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$467
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 3/25
11:40 am-11:25 pm
2 stops8h 45m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/1
6:30 am-12:15 pm
2 stops8h 45m
$467
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Sat 7/18
6:07 pm-9:09 am
1 stop12h 02m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 8/2
6:51 pm-4:42 pm
1 stop24h 51m
$477
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Sun 4/12
7:52 pm-3:59 pm
2 stops17h 07m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 4/17
4:55 pm-8:14 am
2 stops18h 19m
$484
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 6/17
2:00 pm-9:30 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 6/28
7:50 pm-9:44 pm
Nonstop4h 54m
$499
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-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 San Diego-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Detroit. Price data was last updated on February 6, 2026.
Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $113). Flying from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $211). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SAN to DTW?
Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 11, 2026.
When flying from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 31% versus a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Detroit. Price data was last updated on February 7, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
How often are flights from San Diego to Detroit delayed?
About 9% of weekly flights between San Diego and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Detroit flights?
Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Detroit flights?
Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
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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 February 11, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Food
7.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$128 | Average$249 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$139 | Average$251 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$248 | Average$418 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$525 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$417 | Average$584 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |