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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit (DTT)

SFO — DTT
Jun 25 — Jul 21
Thu 6/25
Thu 7/2
1 adult, Economy
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated May 26, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$314
(Frontier)

One-way from

$149
(Super.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$604
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($49 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit, you should look to book at least 72 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 Francisco Bay Area to Detroit?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit (average of $66). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in July is currently the most expensive (average of $751). 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?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 26, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 40% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 3, 2025.

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.

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 May 26, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,425 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,749 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,629 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
5.7
Fair
2,933 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • 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 6h 56m. 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 Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $81. Users have also found prices from $100 and $122 on Frontier and Sun Country Air, 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 United Airlines (96%), Air New Zealand (93%) and KLM (93%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,110 for a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $149 while the most popular route, (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $228.

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

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

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit (average of $66). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Detroit in July is currently the most expensive (average of $751). 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 Francisco Bay Area to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 May 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$308Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$308Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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