$91+ 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 7/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $212 (Mytrip) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $91 (FlightHub) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $421 |
Good round-trip deal | $306 or less |
Good one-way deal | $152 or less |
Find flight deals from San Diego to Detroit
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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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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 June 12, 2025.
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Depart
Return
Price
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Fri 7/4
11:55 am-7:15 pm
Nonstop4h 20m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 7/8
10:04 pm-11:06 pm
3 stops28h 02m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 8/27
3:10 pm-12:31 am
1 stop6h 21m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/1
1:36 pm-6:48 pm
1 stop8h 12m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Thu 7/10
12:59 pm-3:28 pm
1 stop23h 29m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/17
10:08 pm-12:04 pm
1 stop16h 56m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 7/15
3:03 pm-10:34 pm
Nonstop4h 31m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/24
8:59 pm-10:38 pm
Nonstop4h 39m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 8/12
11:05 am-10:30 pm
2 stops8h 25m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 8/16
7:35 am-4:55 pm
2 stops12h 20m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Sun 7/20
5:13 pm-7:04 am
1 stop10h 51m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 7/16
6:15 am-5:14 pm
2 stops31h 59m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 6/17
6:25 am-4:56 pm
1 stop7h 31m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Thu 10/16
6:09 pm-11:09 am
1 stop14h 00m
San DiegoDetroit
SAN - DTW
SANDTW
San Diego
Fri 10/17
8:15 pm-9:58 am
1 stop10h 43m
Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Detroit
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from San Diego with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
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 June 9, 2025.
Booking 37 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 June 12, 2025.
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 evening, which can drop the price by up to 17% versus a flight in the morning.
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 June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Detroit. 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from SAN to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
Rainfall in Detroit by month
Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.
Temperature in Detroit by month
Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).
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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from San Diego to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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James,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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LAX - SFO
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Top 6 airlines flying from San Diego to Detroit
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$127 | Average$236 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$150 | Average$264 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$198 | Average$287 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$568 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$326 | Average$557 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$423 | Average$522 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |