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$78+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SJC - 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DTW
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$185
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$78
(CheapOair)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$444

Good round-trip deal

$337 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:00 amSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 50mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/157:40 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop14h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$185
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/146:00 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/176:00 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$244

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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San Jose

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 9/12

6:00 am-4:50 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

7:40 pm-7:20 am

1 stop14h 40m

$185

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 8/14

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/17

6:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

$244

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Wed 8/27

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$78

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sun 9/28

12:26 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 20m

$139

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 8/26

10:56 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$159

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sat 8/30

6:30 am-4:46 pm

1 stop7h 16m

$164

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Wed 10/8

9:51 am-11:24 pm

2 stops10h 33m

$173

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Deals found on 7/28

Best time to book a flight from San Jose to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Jose to Detroit. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 50 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 Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 July 30, 2025.

When flying from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 24% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Jose to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 July 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,237 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

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  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $185 on this airline. You may be able to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 54% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $78. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Jose, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (100%), Air France (100%), Delta( 93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $308 for a flight from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $138 while the most popular route, (San Jose - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $185.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from San Jose 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 5 airlines flying from San Jose to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$102Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$183Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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