How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit will take you 9h. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit is about 2072 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit one-way?

For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $140. Users have also found prices from $144 and $155 on JetBlue and Delta, respectively.

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.

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).

What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit are San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, San Jose - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Oakland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

On average you can expect to pay $999 for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $160.

What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit are KLM (90%), Air New Zealand (89%) and Virgin Atlantic (88%).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

Consider Delta, United Airlines or Spirit Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit.

What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from San Francisco Bay Area?

Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.

How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

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Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

Mon 11/106:19 pmSJC - DTW

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Thu 11/2010:29 pmDTW - SJC

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Deal found 10/15

$237

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1 stop13h 32mDelta

Deal found 10/15

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$290

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Best flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

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Last-minute flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Data last updated October 16, 2025 and is based on user searches.

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One-way flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

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$117

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$133

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$135

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Wed 11/19

7:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 20m

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Tue 12/9

8:25 am-6:56 pm

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11:40 am-6:29 am

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8:25 am-6:57 pm

1 stop13h 32m

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10:50 pm-10:50 am

1 stop9h 00m

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7:10 am-9:31 am

Nonstop5h 21m

$299

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SJCDTW

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7:47 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop17h 08m

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4:51 pm-8:00 pm

1 stop30h 09m

$300

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STSDTW

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Fri 11/14

2:22 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop22h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

4:51 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$300

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STS - DTW

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Sat 11/15

2:22 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop22h 33m

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4:51 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$300

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SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

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Sat 11/15

7:05 am-10:25 pm

1 stop12h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

8:55 am-1:16 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$301

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SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-10:25 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

9:05 pm-11:22 pm

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$306

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1:58 pm-6:29 am

1 stop13h 31m

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9:05 pm-11:22 pm

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 XIH to DTT?

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

The most flights from zzXIH to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).

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Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,982 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

American Airlines

7.2

Good

11,041 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,098 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Frontier

5.8

Fair

3,137 reviews

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Michael,Sep 2023

SMF - ATL

Not sufficient leg room and three seats are very tigh.t on 737 in economy main cabin

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from San Francisco Bay Area?
Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.
How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
Departing from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit will take you 9h. The distance from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit is about 2072 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit one-way?
For one-way options, check prices for Alaska Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $140. Users have also found prices from $144 and $155 on JetBlue and Delta, respectively.
What are the most popular routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
The most popular flight routes from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit are San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, San Jose - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Oakland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit are KLM (90%), Air New Zealand (89%) and Virgin Atlantic (88%).
What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
On average you can expect to pay $999 for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $160.
Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit that include hotel bookings?
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How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit.
Can I find deals for business class flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in November is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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 7 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$107	Average$265	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Sun Country Air	Cheapest$139	Average$304	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time83%
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$157	Average$296	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
American Airlines	Cheapest$236	Average$502	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$289	Average$515	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$308	Average$517	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$319	Average$538	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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