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$49+ 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 10/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DTW
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
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 August, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$49
(Trip.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$295 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 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 September 19, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/3012:01 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop25h 18mFrontier
Mon 11/35:14 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop23h 21mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$152
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/86:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/156:05 amDTW - SNA
2 stops18h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$156
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/112:58 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Sat 10/48:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$162
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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.
Tue 10/148:09 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/216:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/86:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/142:22 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$177
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 10/96:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/146:24 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop6h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$181
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 9/2712:58 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop19h 06mFrontier
Sat 10/187:55 amDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/112:20 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop7h 39mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$186
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 10/1012:01 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop9h 58mFrontier
Sat 10/187:55 amDTW - SNA
1 stop8h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$187

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 September 19, 2025.
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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Santa Ana

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/23

6:45 am-6:32 pm

2 stops8h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

12:30 pm-4:51 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$250

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 10/4

2:15 pm-5:26 am

1 stop12h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

2:22 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop10h 41m

$255

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 10/24

6:45 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

9:05 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops25h 09m

$260

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/16

6:45 am-6:32 pm

2 stops8h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/24

10:25 pm-7:14 pm

2 stops23h 49m

$277

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/1

2:15 pm-6:02 pm

2 stops24h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

6:05 am-7:14 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$305

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/16

6:45 am-6:32 pm

2 stops8h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

6:05 am-10:03 pm

2 stops18h 58m

$347

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 10/9

8:09 pm-5:28 am

1 stop6h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

6:35 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$354

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sun 12/21

12:33 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/30

9:40 am-11:25 am

Nonstop4h 45m

$385

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 10/1

6:45 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:35 pm-10:03 pm

1 stop6h 28m

$447

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 11/25

11:35 am-12:20 am

2 stops9h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

7:00 am-12:35 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$458

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Best time to book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit

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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 September 12, 2025.

Booking 54 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). 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 September 19, 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 40% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, 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 September 14, 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 at noon 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 September 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Santa Ana 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
7,964 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
8,030 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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
3,171 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

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 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 17m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 2 outbound flights from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 6 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines fly from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 8h 47m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance between Santa Ana and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 1954 mi.

  • 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 $138. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $165 and $367, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 71% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Santa Ana, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (82%), KLM (73%), Delta( 73%).

  • 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 $705, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $125. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $181.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$138Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$165Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$367Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$370Average$560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$623FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$444Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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