$160+ 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SAN — DTT
Sep 6 — Sep 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to DetroitExplore 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 August 7, 2026.
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 August 7, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 8/286:25 am -
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Sat 8/291:35 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/176:45 pm -
1 stop12h 07m
Thu 9/2410:37 am -
1 stop10h 23m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$300
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 8/286:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Mon 9/78:30 am -
2 stops38h 45m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sun 10/119:19 am -
1 stop9h 15m
Tue 10/207:20 am -
1 stop11h 21m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/1010:28 am -
2 stops15h 27m
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/65:54 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Thu 10/152:00 pm -
2 stops12h 59m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 8/253:45 pm -
2 stops49h 06m
Fri 9/117:15 am -
1 stop16h 02m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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 10/65:54 pm -
1 stop8h 01m
Sun 10/188:51 am -
1 stop14h 57m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/36:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Mon 9/77:55 am -
1 stop18h 56m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$308
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm -
1 stop29h 14m
Sat 9/512:20 pm -
1 stop14h 31m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 8/246:25 am -
2 stops24h 57m
Thu 8/277:55 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$312
Best flights from San Diego to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Diego to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1111:00 am -
2 stops8h 40m
Mon 9/142:40 pm -
2 stops11h 50m
Deal found 8/3![Southwest logo]()
$447
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:36 am -
2 stops15h 46m
Sun 9/277:01 am -
1 stop9h 20m
Deal found 8/7![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$508
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 9/92:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 22m
Mon 9/148:25 pm -
Nonstop4h 41m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$509
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/237:25 am -
2 stops8h 00m
Tue 9/293:35 pm -
2 stops8h 30m
Deal found 8/6![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Thu 9/172:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 22m
Thu 9/244:56 pm -
Nonstop4h 39m
Deal found 8/2![Delta logo]()
$509
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2711:55 am -
2 stops8h 40m
Tue 9/87:00 am -
2 stops8h 05m
Deal found 8/2![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Wed 12/2310:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 25m
Sat 1/24:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 57m
Deal found 8/7![Delta logo]()
$509
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 9/56:15 am -
Nonstop4h 34m
Wed 9/97:20 am -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/4![Delta logo]()
$519
Last-minute flights from San Diego to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Detroit. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Diego to Detroit. Data last updated August 7, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Mon 8/246:25 am -
2 stops24h 57m
Thu 8/277:55 pm -
1 stop6h 49m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 8/253:45 pm -
2 stops49h 06m
Fri 9/117:15 am -
1 stop16h 02m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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 8/2512:54 pm -
1 stop19h 23m
Fri 9/117:15 am -
1 stop16h 02m
Deal found 8/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$313
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Fri 8/286:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Sat 8/291:35 pm -
2 stops13h 16m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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.
Fri 8/286:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Mon 9/78:30 am -
2 stops38h 45m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$302
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/4. 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.
Sat 8/293:45 pm -
1 stop29h 14m
Sat 9/512:20 pm -
1 stop14h 31m
Deal found 8/4![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 9/36:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Mon 9/77:55 am -
1 stop18h 56m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/1010:28 am -
2 stops15h 27m
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop6h 43m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/176:45 pm -
1 stop12h 07m
Thu 9/2410:37 am -
1 stop10h 23m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$300
One-way flights from San Diego to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from San Diego to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Diego to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 7, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/5. 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 9/38:59 pm -
1 stop30h 17m
Deal found 8/5![Frontier logo]()
$160
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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.
Wed 8/266:25 am -
1 stop14h 34m
Deal found 8/3![Frontier logo]()
$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/6. 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.
Sun 11/111:18 am -
2 stops20h 36m
Deal found 8/6![Frontier logo]()
$162
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Sun 9/66:25 am -
1 stop22h 05m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/7. 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.
Mon 9/78:59 pm -
2 stops24h 00m
Deal found 8/7![Frontier logo]()
$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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.
Fri 9/410:00 am -
2 stops18h 30m
Deal found 8/2![Frontier logo]()
$166
This WAYA deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 WAYA is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/165:00 pm -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 8/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$167
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 August 7, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $299 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $160 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $326 |
Good round-trip deal | $390 or less |
Good one-way deal | $177 or less |
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 August 7, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Detroit that are best for you.
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San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Fri 9/11
11:00 am-10:40 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/14
2:40 pm-11:30 pm
2 stops11h 50m
$447
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 9/23
7:25 am-6:25 pm
2 stops8h 00m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/29
3:35 pm-9:05 pm
2 stops8h 30m
$469
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Thu 8/27
11:55 am-11:35 pm
2 stops8h 40m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/8
7:00 am-12:05 pm
2 stops8h 05m
$469
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 9/23
10:36 am-5:22 am
2 stops15h 46m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 9/27
7:01 am-1:21 pm
1 stop9h 20m
$508
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 9/9
2:30 pm-9:52 pm
Nonstop4h 22m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/14
8:25 pm-10:06 pm
Nonstop4h 41m
$509
Quickest round-trip
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Thu 9/17
2:30 pm-9:52 pm
Nonstop4h 22m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 9/24
4:56 pm-6:35 pm
Nonstop4h 39m
$509
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Wed 12/23
10:30 pm-5:55 am
Nonstop4h 25m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 1/2
4:30 pm-6:27 pm
Nonstop4h 57m
$509
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Sat 9/5
6:15 am-1:49 pm
Nonstop4h 34m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/9
7:20 am-11:25 am
1 stop7h 05m
$519
Cheapest one-way
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Tue 2/2
2:00 pm-7:52 am
2 stops14h 52m
$278
San DiegoDetroit
SAN San Diego - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SANDTW
San Diego
Sat 1/2
9:00 pm-10:00 am
2 stops10h 00m
$329
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Compare providers for flights from San Diego 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 San Diego to Detroit in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Diego-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Diego-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Detroit?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Detroit (average of $387). Flying from San Diego to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $577). 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 August 7, 2026.
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 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.
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 August 7, 2026.
The most flights from SAN to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Diego to Detroit?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
San Diego to Detroit flights typically cost between $273 and $499 in August.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $299 on Frontier (Aug 28-Aug 29).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Diego to Detroit?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Diego to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 62% of 1-stop itineraries from San Diego to Detroit on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Diego to Detroit?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Diego to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $177.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Diego to Detroit?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 55m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Diego to Detroit?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Diego to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 50m.
How often are flights from San Diego to Detroit delayed?
About 8% of weekly flights between San Diego and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 128 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 7% of flights being delayed.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Diego to Detroit?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Diego to Detroit, you should look to book at least 38 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 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 August 1, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Diego to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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 7, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Overall
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$141 | Average$276 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$323 | Average$525 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$393 | Average$530 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$430 | Average$608 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |