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$68+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Detroit (SAN - 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 2/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DTT
Jan 16 — Jan 231
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Fri 1/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 17, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mFrontier
Wed 1/78:00 amDTW - SAN
1 stop7h 08mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop17h 11mFrontier
Mon 1/124:43 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$239
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mFrontier
Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 57mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$241
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/124:43 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$249
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$250
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/276:25 amSAN - DTW
1 stop26h 00mFrontier
Sun 1/410:01 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop28h 58mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$258
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
1 stop28h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - SAN
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$260
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mFrontier
Mon 1/124:43 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$262
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/59:02 amDTW - SAN
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/15$263
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:14 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop18h 13mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/94:43 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$266
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mFrontier
Fri 1/94:43 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 16mFrontier
Deal found 12/14$268
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 12/3110:57 amSAN - DTW
2 stops16h 57mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/109:01 amDTW - SAN
1 stop15h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/14$270

Find flight deals from San Diego to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Diego (SAN) 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 December 17, 2025.

Most accurate provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Most trusted provider

CheapOair
3 stars

Round-trip from

$197
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$508

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$288 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego 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 December 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Detroit that are best for you.

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San Diego

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Sat 2/14

12:23 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop8h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

7:07 pm-5:38 pm

1 stop25h 31m

$254

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Thu 1/8

6:15 am-4:19 pm

1 stop31h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

5:15 pm-7:19 pm

1 stop29h 04m

$305

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Tue 5/5

9:19 pm-12:24 pm

1 stop12h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

1:19 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop9h 49m

$341

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 1/7

6:15 am-4:19 pm

1 stop31h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

5:15 pm-10:07 am

1 stop19h 52m

$345

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 12/31

8:44 pm-8:35 am

1 stop8h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

6:00 am-2:13 pm

1 stop11h 13m

$354

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Sat 1/17

4:01 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop21h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

5:15 pm-8:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

$359

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 1/7

8:01 am-4:19 pm

2 stops29h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

5:15 pm-8:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

$380

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 1/7

8:01 am-4:19 pm

2 stops29h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

5:15 pm-1:01 pm

2 stops22h 46m

$384

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Tue 1/6

12:10 pm-5:20 am

2 stops14h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

5:15 pm-8:35 am

2 stops18h 20m

$390

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:15 am-4:19 pm

1 stop31h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

5:15 pm-9:47 am

2 stops19h 32m

$392

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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 San Diego to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 San Diego-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of CheapOair to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. CheapOair >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Diego-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust CheapOair the most. CheapOair 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 San Diego-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 San Diego to Detroit

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Detroit

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Diego to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Detroit, you should look to book at least 88 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit (average of $113). Flying from San Diego to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $210). 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 SAN to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego 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 December 17, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Detroit in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 29% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Diego to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Diego to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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

How often are flights from San Diego to Detroit delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between San Diego and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 137 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for San Diego to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on San Diego to Detroit flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 9% of flights being delayed.

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 December 17, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from San Diego to Detroit have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,006 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,188 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,082 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,249 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

William Drew,Nov 2025

SJC - HNL

Flight crew was amazing! Usually they're very good on Southwest, but this crew went above and beyond. I have never ever seen so many rounds of drink service on a flight before.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from San Diego (SAN) to Detroit All airports (DTT) is your only option if you wish to fly from San Diego to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from San Diego to All airports, all of which are around 4h 21m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from San Diego to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from San Diego to Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from San Diego to Detroit in 12h 05m. Fly via Alaska Airlines or JetBlue to get the fastest option. The distance from San Diego to Detroit is about 1952 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $137. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $142 and $256, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Detroit for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $71 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, with prices starting from $80 and $114, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (87%), Delta (87%), Virgin Atlantic( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Detroit is generally $701, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $176 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego 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 San Diego to Detroit?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit (average of $113). Flying from San Diego to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $210). 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 San Diego to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from San Diego 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 December 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$141Average$273FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$256Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$423Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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