$144+ 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 6/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DTW
Jun 9 — Jun 161
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 May 10, 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 May 10, 2026.
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop21h 08m
Frontier
Sat 6/131:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 7/87:11 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:52 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops10h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5![Frontier logo]()
$289
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/612:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Sat 6/208:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/139:27 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop12h 41m
Frontier
Sat 9/197:20 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop12h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/1610:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops17h 08m
Frontier
Sat 7/258:51 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/112:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 21m
Frontier
Fri 8/78:51 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5![Frontier logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/1610:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops17h 08m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:51 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/910:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops22h 46m
Frontier
Tue 6/161:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/412:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Sat 6/271:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/316:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Wed 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/206:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Sat 6/271:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:45 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Tue 6/21:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops21h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9![Frontier logo]()
$300
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 May 10, 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 May 10, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 6/2111:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 7/16:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/1210:55 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 35m
Delta
Mon 6/158:15 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 43m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$434
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 8/59:35 am
SFO
- DTW
2 stops10h 30m
Southwest
Mon 8/176:20 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/6![Southwest logo]()
$443
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/2111:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop7h 22m
United Airlines
Wed 6/106:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 19m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/6![United Airlines logo]()
$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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.
Tue 7/710:55 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 32m
Delta
Wed 7/158:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/8![Delta logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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.
Tue 7/1412:10 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Sun 7/195:30 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops9h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 5/7![Southwest logo]()
$448
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 7/89:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Sun 7/126:34 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$423
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/1211:56 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 38m
Delta
Tue 6/168:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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.
Sun 6/79:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Tue 6/235:29 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/9![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/1010:55 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 32m
Delta
Wed 7/158:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 59m
Delta
Deal found 5/9![Delta logo]()
$454
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Mon 6/110:35 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 17m
United Airlines
Sat 6/65:29 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 11m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/5![United Airlines logo]()
$445
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Tue 5/1911:59 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 34m
Delta
Wed 6/108:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Delta
Deal found 5/6![Delta logo]()
$474
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated May 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated May 10, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/286:45 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Tue 6/21:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops21h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/316:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Wed 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/28:41 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops12h 54m
Frontier
Sat 6/61:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$301
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/38:56 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Wed 6/108:52 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops37h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/412:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Tue 6/231:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/612:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Sat 6/208:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/910:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops22h 46m
Frontier
Tue 6/161:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop21h 08m
Frontier
Sat 6/131:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$287
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/1312:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 21m
Frontier
Wed 7/296:10 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops16h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5![Frontier logo]()
$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/1610:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops17h 08m
Frontier
Tue 7/218:51 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/1610:58 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops17h 08m
Frontier
Thu 7/236:30 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop15h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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.
Sat 6/206:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Sat 6/271:31 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$299
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 May 10, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/612:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$144
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/1612:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$145
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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.
Thu 5/216:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/5![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/412:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$147
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1012:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop21h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/7. 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 6/56:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/7![Frontier logo]()
$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/8. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/159:43 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/8![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/23:21 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops29h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 6/2612:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/6. 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 5/275:26 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops27h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 5/6![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/9. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/18:40 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops12h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/9![Frontier logo]()
$159
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 May 10, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $287 (Gotogate) |
One-way from | $144 (Trip.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $536 |
Good round-trip deal | $416 or less |
Good one-way deal | $227 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 10, 2026.
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SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sun 6/21
11:30 pm-9:52 am
1 stop7h 22m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/1
6:00 am-10:19 am
1 stop7h 19m
$409
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SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 5/21
11:30 pm-9:52 am
1 stop7h 22m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 6/10
6:00 am-10:19 am
1 stop7h 19m
$409
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 7/8
9:30 pm-5:20 am
Nonstop4h 50m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 7/12
6:34 am-8:40 am
Nonstop5h 06m
$423
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sun 6/7
9:30 pm-5:20 am
Nonstop4h 50m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/23
5:29 pm-7:37 pm
Nonstop5h 08m
$429
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 6/12
10:55 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 35m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 6/15
8:15 pm-11:58 pm
1 stop6h 43m
$434
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Tue 7/7
10:55 pm-6:27 am
Nonstop4h 32m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/15
8:20 pm-11:52 pm
1 stop6h 32m
$439
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 8/5
9:35 am-11:05 pm
2 stops10h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 8/17
6:20 am-1:10 pm
2 stops9h 50m
$443
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Mon 6/1
10:35 pm-9:52 am
1 stop8h 17m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 6/6
5:29 pm-7:40 pm
Nonstop5h 11m
$445
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Tue 7/14
12:10 pm-12:05 am
2 stops8h 55m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 7/19
5:30 am-12:00 pm
2 stops9h 30m
$448
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO - DTW
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 6/12
11:56 pm-7:34 am
Nonstop4h 38m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/16
8:25 pm-10:28 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
$454
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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 May.
| 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 | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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.
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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 73 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $464). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $579). 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 May 10, 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.
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 May 2, 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 May 10, 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWilliam Drew,Nov 2025
SJC - HNL
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$126 | Average$263 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$287 | Average$423 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$472 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$376 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$345 | Average$596 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |