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$91+ Cheap flights from San Diego to Detroit (SAN - DTT)

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SAN — DTT
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
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Cheap 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$212
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$91
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$306 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
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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 June 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/411:55 amSAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/810:04 pmDTW - SAN
3 stops28h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/10$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 8/273:10 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 21mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/11:36 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop8h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$213
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/1012:59 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop23h 29mFrontier
Thu 7/1710:08 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop16h 56mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$220
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/153:03 pmSAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 31mDelta
Thu 7/248:59 pmDTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 39mDelta
Deal found 6/10$299
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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.
Fri 6/1310:38 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop9h 26mAmerican Airlines
Sun 6/155:45 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop7h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$319

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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 June 12, 2025.
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SAN - DTW

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San Diego

Fri 7/4

11:55 am-7:15 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/8

10:04 pm-11:06 pm

3 stops28h 02m

$212

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 8/27

3:10 pm-12:31 am

1 stop6h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

1:36 pm-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$213

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Thu 7/10

12:59 pm-3:28 pm

1 stop23h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/17

10:08 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop16h 56m

$220

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Tue 7/15

3:03 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/24

8:59 pm-10:38 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$299

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Tue 8/12

11:05 am-10:30 pm

2 stops8h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/16

7:35 am-4:55 pm

2 stops12h 20m

$357

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Sun 7/20

5:13 pm-7:04 am

1 stop10h 51m

$91

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 7/16

6:15 am-5:14 pm

2 stops31h 59m

$124

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

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San Diego

Tue 6/17

6:25 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$128

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SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Thu 10/16

6:09 pm-11:09 am

1 stop14h 00m

$143

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Fri 10/17

8:15 pm-9:58 am

1 stop10h 43m

$156

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Detroit

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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 June 9, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Detroit, you should look to book at least 87 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Detroit 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 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 June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San Diego to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

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 June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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 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 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, 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 June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Diego to Detroit, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 9 flights from San Diego to All airports, all of which are around 4h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from San Diego to Detroit.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $212. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $220 and $299, respectively. You may be able to fly from San Diego to Detroit for 52% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    $91 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and JetBlue, with prices starting from $128 and $156, 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: WestJet (94%), KLM (89%), Air France( 89%).

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

    While on average a flight from San Diego to Detroit is generally $894, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (San Diego - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $131 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Detroit 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 San Diego to Detroit

Discover the top 6 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$127Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$326Average$557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$423Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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