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$269+ 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 7/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAF — DTW
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
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 May 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$364
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$269
(United Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$671
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 May 1, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sat 8/92:06 pmSAF - DTW
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Sat 8/167:00 amDTW - SAF
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$364
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 8/97:15 amSAF - DTW
3 stops12h 50mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/168:50 amDTW - SAF
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$464

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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 May 1, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Sat 8/9

2:06 pm-10:24 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/16

7:00 am-11:07 am

1 stop6h 07m

$364

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Sat 8/9

7:15 am-10:05 pm

3 stops12h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/16

8:50 am-5:11 pm

2 stops10h 21m

$464

Santa FeDetroit

SAF - DTW

SAFDTW

Santa Fe

Thu 7/31

1:23 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 52m

$269

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Deals found on 4/30

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

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 May 1, 2025.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.7

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying 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 $364. Another option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $464 round trip. You may be able to fly from Santa Fe to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 45% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

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