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$142+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SFO - DTW)

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SFO — DTW
Feb 1 — Feb 81
Sun 2/1
Sun 2/8
1 adult, Economy
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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.
Wed 12/319:30 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops28h 29mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/48:34 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/31$652
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 34mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/411:53 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 51mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/31$659
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:35 amSFO - DTW
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Sun 1/45:40 amDTW - SFO
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 12/31$669
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/314:25 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/46:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$749
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:45 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Sun 1/48:24 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/31$799
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:45 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Thu 1/16:13 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 44mDelta
Deal found 12/31$1,329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/314:25 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:10 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/31$1,399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/31. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/317:00 amSFO - DTW
2 stops13h 55mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/16:40 amDTW - SFO
2 stops14h 49mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/31$7,789

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 January 2, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$295
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$142
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$639

Good round-trip deal

$357 or less

Good one-way deal

$190 or less
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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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San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 6/4

9:16 pm-5:08 am

Nonstop4h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

6:00 pm-12:34 am

1 stop9h 34m

$299

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Fri 1/23

1:40 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/31

7:15 am-11:42 am

1 stop7h 27m

$299

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

5:20 am-3:16 pm

1 stop6h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

7:00 am-9:23 am

Nonstop5h 23m

$299

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 4/11

11:52 pm-9:43 am

1 stop6h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

7:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop5h 20m

$299

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 2/26

5:15 am-6:15 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:50 am-2:20 pm

2 stops10h 30m

$319

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 3/19

4:23 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/22

7:00 am-9:26 am

Nonstop5h 26m

$325

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

1:40 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop4h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

7:10 am-9:31 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$329

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 1/22

7:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop30h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

5:15 pm-9:30 am

2 stops19h 15m

$337

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 1/17

7:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop30h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

5:15 pm-8:47 am

2 stops18h 32m

$342

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Mon 2/23

10:20 am-6:30 am

1 stop17h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

8:22 pm-10:38 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

$352

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 San Francisco-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-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 Francisco-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Francisco-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 San Francisco to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 26, 2025.

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 48 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 January 2, 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 afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 18% on airfare.

The best insider tips for San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
SFO

Save time by ordering meals for pickup with the SFO2Go program during busy times at the airport.

Read more about SFOBy Harriet Baskas
DTW

For a quick trip to downtown, take the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX). It's faster and more comfortable than other options.

Read more about DTWBy Brandon Schultz
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Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on SFO

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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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 January 2, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,254 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,021 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
9,132 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,074 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,254 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 San Francisco to Detroit. 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 San Francisco to Detroit?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County if you want to fly from San Francisco to Detroit. At least 8 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Detroit from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to DTW to be around 4h 28m.

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

    Airlines like United Airlines and Southwest fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 4h 52m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 08m. There are 2072 mi between San Francisco and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $102. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Sun Country Air, from $107, and Spirit Airlines, from $119. Frontier is 80% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sun Country Air from $122 and JetBlue from $127 one-way.

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

    Consider United Airlines (90%), KLM (88%) or Air France (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $1,068, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $155.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco to Detroit?

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 2, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$121Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$268Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$576FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$290Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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