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$127+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Detroit (SMF - DTT)

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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DTT
Aug 31 — Sep 71
Mon 8/31
Mon 9/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 1, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:35 am
SMF
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DTW
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Sat 10/37:08 am
DTW
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SMF
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$256
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2011:42 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Thu 8/2712:20 pm
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop25h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 9/96:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Tue 9/157:15 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop13h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$279
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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.
Tue 9/156:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Sat 9/197:15 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop13h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$285
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/236:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Mon 9/2812:56 pm
DTW
-
SMF
2 stops25h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/106:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
2 stops20h 33m
Frontier
Tue 9/157:15 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop13h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/1711:35 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Tue 9/227:08 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/226:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Mon 9/287:08 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop6h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/2411:35 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop9h 31m
Frontier
Mon 9/2812:56 pm
DTW
-
SMF
2 stops25h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$292
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/2411:42 am
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop20h 43m
Frontier
Tue 9/112:20 pm
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop25h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Thu 9/106:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop7h 32m
Frontier
Sat 9/197:15 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop13h 13m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$298
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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.
Fri 8/282:23 pm
SMF
-
DTW
1 stop6h 51m
United Airlines
Sun 8/307:30 am
DTW
-
SMF
1 stop7h 21m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/30$299

Find flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Detroit (DTT). 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 August 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$246
(Expedia)

One-way from

$123
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$497
Provider with most accurate pricing for Sacramento Intl-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
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From Sacramento Intl to Detroit (DTT)
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One-way flight from Sacramento Intl to Detroit (DTT)
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($176 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 August 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sacramento to Detroit that are best for you.

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Price

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SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

11:50 pm-10:55 am

1 stop8h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/30

6:25 am-10:35 am

1 stop7h 10m

$375

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 9/14

5:20 am-4:20 pm

2 stops8h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/19

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$385

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/22

8:50 am-8:35 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/1

5:55 am-11:25 am

2 stops8h 30m

$385

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/10

10:40 am-11:40 pm

2 stops10h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/12

8:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$385

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 8/26

9:30 am-9:30 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/5

8:30 am-1:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$397

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 9/17

10:40 am-11:45 pm

2 stops10h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/22

3:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$412

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

9:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/23

1:45 pm-7:50 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$412

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 9/15

7:05 am-9:35 pm

2 stops11h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/19

1:20 pm-8:35 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$439

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 9/9

9:30 am-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/15

3:35 pm-9:20 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$448

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 10/30

5:35 am-4:55 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/1

6:50 am-11:10 am

1 stop7h 20m

$461

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Compare providers for flights from Sacramento to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Sacramento-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Sacramento with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Sacramento to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit (average of $424). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit in April is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Detroit?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Sacramento to Detroit flights typically cost between $315 and $721 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $256 on Frontier (Sep 24-Oct 3).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Sacramento to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

New York (JFK) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Sacramento to Detroit on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Sacramento to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

New York (JFK) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $321.

What’s the fastest layover option from Sacramento to Detroit?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via New York (JFK) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 8h 31m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Sacramento to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via New York (JFK) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 00m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit?

Booking 34 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 August 1, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest and Delta from Sacramento to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,493 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,230 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

La Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026

LAX - SLC

The second flight was not as comfortable as the first as we had to change planes to what seemed to be a slightly older aircraft. The seats weren’t as comfortable as the other plane. But it wasn’t bad.

Related info for your journey

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

    Frontier can get you from Sacramento to Detroit in just under 7h 32m. Your travel time can differ by up to . The distance from Sacramento to Detroit is about 2007 mi.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Sacramento to Detroit round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Detroit round-trip from $197. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are United Airlines, from $308, and Delta, from $318. Frontier is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Detroit one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $128 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $218 and Delta from $218 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Detroit?

    Consider KLM (88%), Air France (88%) or Delta (88%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $218. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $299 on average, our data indicates $494 when flying from Sacramento to Detroit.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Detroit?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit (average of $424). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit in April is currently the most expensive (average of $662). 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 Sacramento to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 August 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$197Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$318Average$571FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$418Average$528FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$474Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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