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$279+ Cheap flights from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SAF - 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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — DTW
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Fe to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Fe (SAF) 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 October 20, 2025.

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$279
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$453
From Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from Santa Fe to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Fe to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 20, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/612:32 pmSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sun 11/95:11 amDTW - SAF
1 stop6h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/19$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/46:15 amSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 11/83:50 pmDTW - SAF
1 stop6h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/20$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/51:26 pmSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/99:07 amDTW - SAF
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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.
Tue 11/41:25 pmSAF - DTW
2 stops8h 10mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/82:10 pmDTW - SAF
2 stops9h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/20$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/51:26 pmSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 51mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/84:30 pmDTW - SAF
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$394
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/11:25 pmSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/35:45 amDTW - SAF
2 stops13h 12mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/18$404
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/61:26 pmSAF - DTW
2 stops8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/99:07 amDTW - SAF
1 stop5h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$412
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/61:26 pmSAF - DTW
2 stops8h 33mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/84:30 pmDTW - SAF
1 stop7h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/19$460

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Fe 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 October 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Santa Fe

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Tue 11/4

6:15 am-3:00 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

3:50 pm-8:21 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$314

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Wed 11/5

1:26 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

9:07 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$369

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Tue 11/4

1:25 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops8h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

2:10 pm-9:59 pm

2 stops9h 49m

$371

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Wed 11/5

1:26 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

4:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$394

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Sat 11/1

1:25 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop6h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

5:45 am-4:57 pm

2 stops13h 12m

$404

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Thu 11/6

1:26 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

9:07 am-12:40 pm

1 stop5h 33m

$412

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Thu 11/6

1:26 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

4:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop7h 29m

$460

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Sat 4/4

6:01 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop26h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

2:30 pm-10:01 pm

2 stops9h 31m

$515

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Wed 12/3

3:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$279

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Deals found on 10/20

Best time to book a flight from Santa Fe to Detroit

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $229). Flying from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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.

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 October 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews

Crew

8.0

Comfort

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Overall

7.2

Boarding

7.5

Food

6.4

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jeremy,Sep 2025

SAN - PHL

Terrible. Bad customer service and unacceptable delay on the tarmac

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Fe to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 6h 45m. Fly via American Airlines or United Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 1299 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on American Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $381. You may be able to fly from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 37% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $229). Flying from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 airline flying from Santa Fe to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Santa Fe 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 October 20, 2025.
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American AirlinesCheapest$381Average$552FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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