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$62+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SNA - 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 7/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DTW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or June, booked 45 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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

$124
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$62
(Mytrip)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$337

Good round-trip deal

$424 or less

Good one-way deal

$293 or less
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

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.
Thu 8/216:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Thu 9/47:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$121
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/48:31 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop7h 29mFrontier
Fri 8/156:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 10mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$265
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/166:45 amSNA - DTW
2 stops31h 29mMultiple Airlines
Thu 7/246:45 amDTW - SNA
2 stops31h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$279

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

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Detroit

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Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/21

6:45 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/4

7:00 am-10:01 am

1 stop6h 01m

$121

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 8/4

8:31 pm-7:00 am

1 stop7h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/15

6:00 am-11:10 am

1 stop8h 10m

$265

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/16

6:45 am-5:14 pm

2 stops31h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/24

6:45 am-11:26 am

2 stops31h 41m

$279

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 7/23

6:45 am-12:09 am

1 stop14h 24m

$62

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 6/25

12:01 pm-10:51 am

1 stop19h 50m

$141

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 9/2

1:48 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$149

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 8/28

10:56 am-6:14 pm

2 stops28h 18m

$176

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 6/17

5:49 pm-5:03 am

1 stop8h 14m

$218

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Deals found on 6/11

Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 45 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

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.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines from Santa Ana to Detroit to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,052 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit?

    To fly from Santa Ana to Detroit, you need to book a flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty take 4h 14m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there is 1 outbound flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 6 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $124. Another option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $265 round trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 75% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Frontier flights start at $141 while deals on United Airlines start at $149 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $466, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $148. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $156.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Santa Ana 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 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$154Average$194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$377Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$380Average$567FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$418Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$498Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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