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$55+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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SFO — DTW
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$159
(Priceline)

One-way from

$55
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$470
From San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:25 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Thu 9/116:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$159
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/42:14 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 9/3011:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$170
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/42:14 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$175
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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.
Tue 9/166:35 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 43mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2011:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/13$177
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Mon 9/2912:25 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 21mFrontier
Thu 10/26:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$180
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 9/1912:25 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 21mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$182
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/256:35 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:30 amOAK - DTW
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/109:12 amDTW - OAK
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/11. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:30 amOAK - DTW
1 stop9h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/167:54 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop6h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/11$185
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/235:55 amSJC - DTW
1 stop8h 54mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/266:00 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 32mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$185
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:39 pmOAK - DTW
1 stop11h 47mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/109:12 amDTW - OAK
1 stop7h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$186
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/96:35 amSJC - DTW
2 stops13h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/126:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$188

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 10/24

12:27 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 32m

$159

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 9/11

6:35 am-7:05 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/17

9:12 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 48m

$165

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/9

6:35 am-10:40 pm

2 stops13h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

9:12 am-8:00 pm

1 stop13h 48m

$167

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Wed 9/24

6:35 am-6:40 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

6:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

$175

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 9/26

12:25 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-11:26 am

1 stop8h 16m

$175

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 9/19

12:25 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$175

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/16

6:35 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/20

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$177

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 10/24

12:27 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

7:45 pm-7:18 am

1 stop14h 33m

$182

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 9/30

6:30 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

7:54 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop6h 38m

$184

OaklandDetroit

OAK - DTW

OAKDTW

Oakland

Tue 9/9

6:30 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

9:12 am-1:34 pm

1 stop7h 22m

$184

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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 XIH to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 14, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 14, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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 14, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,046 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,217 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,244 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from San Francisco Bay Area?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Most travelers choose San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Oakland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or San Jose - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County when deciding on the best route from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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    Consider KLM (100%), Virgin Atlantic (84%) or Air France (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $865, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $138. The most popular route (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $185.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area 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.

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Top 7 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$100Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$157Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$494FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$332Average$587FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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