$178+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SFO - 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 10/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DTW
Sep 30 — Oct 71
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to DetroitExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/1810:05 pm -
1 stop10h 46m
Fri 9/2510:29 pm -
2 stops20h 04m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$352
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/2211:58 pm -
2 stops20h 29m
Thu 9/2410:29 pm -
1 stop26h 59m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$353
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sun 9/279:42 am -
1 stop26h 46m
Sat 10/37:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$354
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/211:20 am -
1 stop15h 56m
Wed 9/97:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/2111:58 pm -
2 stops20h 29m
Wed 9/237:08 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Fri 10/1611:59 pm -
2 stops12h 35m
Sun 10/187:08 am -
1 stop6h 57m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$357
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 12/105:05 am -
1 stop8h 16m
Mon 12/142:52 pm -
1 stop18h 54m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$358
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Sat 10/311:17 am -
1 stop14h 38m
Fri 10/98:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$359
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/910:05 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Mon 10/127:15 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/3012:20 pm -
1 stop8h 31m
Mon 11/28:35 pm -
2 stops14h 44m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$361
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/97:11 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Tue 10/63:25 pm -
2 stops11h 49m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/97:11 pm -
1 stop30h 44m
Wed 9/237:15 am -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$363
Best flights from San Francisco to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/276:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Sun 10/47:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 59m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/1510:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Tue 10/207:00 am -
Nonstop5h 11m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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.
Fri 10/910:55 pm -
Nonstop4h 29m
Wed 10/148:35 pm -
Nonstop5h 03m
Deal found 8/30![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2510:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Mon 9/287:00 am -
Nonstop5h 11m
Deal found 8/27![United Airlines logo]()
$379
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1010:45 pm -
Nonstop4h 29m
Sat 10/174:21 pm -
Nonstop5h 00m
Deal found 8/26![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/16:10 am -
1 stop8h 55m
Sun 10/47:00 am -
Nonstop5h 09m
Deal found 8/29![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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.
Fri 9/2510:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Sat 9/2612:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Deal found 8/27![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/3010:45 am -
Nonstop4h 52m
Sat 10/32:02 pm -
1 stop7h 52m
Deal found 8/28![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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.
Thu 10/110:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Sun 10/118:27 am -
Nonstop5h 03m
Deal found 8/29![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2910:40 am -
1 stop8h 59m
Tue 10/67:00 am -
Nonstop5h 11m
Deal found 8/30![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 10/211:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 30m
Wed 10/288:35 pm -
Nonstop5h 03m
Deal found 8/28![Delta logo]()
$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/185:00 am -
1 stop8h 04m
Mon 11/238:30 am -
Nonstop5h 31m
Deal found 8/26![United Airlines logo]()
$389
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated August 31, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/211:20 am -
1 stop15h 56m
Wed 9/97:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/910:05 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Mon 10/127:15 am -
1 stop8h 35m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Wed 9/97:11 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Tue 10/63:25 pm -
2 stops11h 49m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/97:11 pm -
1 stop30h 44m
Wed 9/237:15 am -
2 stops32h 10m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$363
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:05 pm -
1 stop10h 46m
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/1810:05 pm -
1 stop10h 46m
Fri 9/2510:29 pm -
2 stops20h 04m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$352
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/2111:58 pm -
2 stops20h 29m
Wed 9/237:08 am -
1 stop6h 39m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/2211:58 pm -
2 stops20h 29m
Thu 9/2410:29 pm -
1 stop26h 59m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/2310:05 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Sun 9/278:57 pm -
2 stops40h 25m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 9/266:04 am -
1 stop6h 24m
Sun 9/278:57 pm -
2 stops40h 25m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$368
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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.
Sun 9/279:42 am -
1 stop26h 46m
Sat 10/37:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$354
One-way flights from San Francisco to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/3110:05 pm -
2 stops23h 32m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/211:58 pm -
2 stops12h 35m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/271:10 pm -
1 stop22h 20m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/26. 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 10/88:58 am -
2 stops17h 02m
Deal found 8/26![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/1810:24 pm -
2 stops16h 44m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/31. 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 10/1611:59 pm -
2 stops12h 31m
Deal found 8/31![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/27. 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 9/176:04 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Deal found 8/27![Frontier logo]()
$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 9/2611:58 pm -
2 stops32h 57m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/28. 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 9/246:04 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Deal found 8/28![Frontier logo]()
$188
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/29. 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 10/2311:59 pm -
2 stops12h 31m
Deal found 8/29![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/30. 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 10/291:28 pm -
2 stops17h 20m
Deal found 8/30![Frontier logo]()
$191
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 August 31, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $352 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $178 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | January |
Average price | $503 |
Good round-trip deal | $420 or less |
Good one-way deal | $287 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 31, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sun 9/27
6:00 am-1:29 pm
Nonstop4h 29m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/4
7:50 pm-9:49 pm
Nonstop4h 59m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 10/15
10:40 pm-6:31 am
Nonstop4h 51m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 10/20
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 10/9
10:55 pm-6:24 am
Nonstop4h 29m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
8:35 pm-10:38 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
10:40 pm-6:31 am
Nonstop4h 51m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/28
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
10:45 pm-6:14 am
Nonstop4h 29m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/17
4:21 pm-6:21 pm
Nonstop5h 00m
$379
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 9/25
10:59 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 31m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/26
12:15 pm-2:06 pm
Nonstop4h 51m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
10:59 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 31m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/11
8:27 am-10:30 am
Nonstop5h 03m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
1:30 pm-9:00 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/28
8:35 pm-10:38 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
$379
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 10/1
6:10 am-6:05 pm
1 stop8h 55m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 10/4
7:00 am-9:09 am
Nonstop5h 09m
$389
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 9/30
10:45 am-6:37 pm
Nonstop4h 52m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/3
2:02 pm-6:54 pm
1 stop7h 52m
$389
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Detroit in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 57 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $499). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $583). 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 SFO to DTW?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 August 31, 2026.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 13% on airfare.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 22, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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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 August 31, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco 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.
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Comfort
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$180 | Average$267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$495 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$293 | Average$548 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$478 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$349 | Average$602 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |