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$138+ 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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DTW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $289 (United Airlines) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $138 (American Airlines) |
Popular in | February |
Cheapest in | May |
Average price | $539 |
Good round-trip deal | $349 or less |
Good one-way deal | $204 or less |
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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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/99:30 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/226:06 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$289
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/118:36 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Tue 7/157:15 amDTW - SFO
1 stop19h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/12![Frontier logo]()
$290
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.
Sat 8/307:54 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops10h 18mAmerican Airlines
Wed 9/109:36 amDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10![American Airlines logo]()
$292
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:15 amSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Tue 9/236:15 amDTW - SFO
2 stops8h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/710:40 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 31mDelta
Wed 9/107:47 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 6/11![Delta logo]()
$319
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/27:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/68:20 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop28h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/11![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$322
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1111:14 amSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 45mJetBlue
Tue 9/912:16 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 43mJetBlue
Deal found 6/11![JetBlue logo]()
$323
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/161:24 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops12h 41mAlaska Airlines
Thu 9/184:51 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$342
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/511:59 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop6h 12mSun Country Air
Fri 7/1110:15 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10![Sun Country Air logo]()
$345
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SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 7/9
9:30 pm-5:10 am
Nonstop4h 40m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 7/22
6:06 am-8:13 am
Nonstop5h 07m
$289
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 7/11
8:36 pm-7:00 am
1 stop7h 24m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 7/15
7:15 am-11:25 pm
1 stop19h 10m
$290
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sat 8/30
7:54 pm-9:12 am
2 stops10h 18m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/10
9:36 am-6:01 pm
1 stop11h 25m
$292
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 9/18
7:15 am-6:45 pm
1 stop8h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/23
6:15 am-12:10 pm
2 stops8h 55m
$302
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Mon 7/7
10:40 pm-6:11 am
Nonstop4h 31m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/10
7:47 pm-9:49 pm
Nonstop5h 02m
$319
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 7/2
7:00 am-9:54 pm
1 stop11h 54m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 7/6
8:20 pm-9:21 pm
1 stop28h 01m
$322
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 7/11
11:14 am-11:59 pm
1 stop9h 45m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/9
12:16 pm-8:59 pm
1 stop11h 43m
$323
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Tue 9/16
1:24 pm-5:05 am
2 stops12h 41m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 9/18
4:51 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop10h 08m
$342
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sat 7/5
11:59 pm-9:11 am
1 stop6h 12m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 7/11
10:15 am-10:53 pm
1 stop15h 38m
$345
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Tue 8/12
11:08 pm-12:32 pm
1 stop10h 24m
$138
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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 June 9, 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 79 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco 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 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 June 12, 2025.
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 28% 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 June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 SFO to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (17 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.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.8
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$138 | Average$243 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$174 | Average$274 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$199 | Average$370 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$257 | Average$308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$634 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$526 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$443 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$359 | Average$593 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |