$172+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit (SFO - 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 8/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DTT
Sep 20 — Sep 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to DetroitExplore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 21, 2026.
This Faresmojo deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Faresmojo is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/131:05 pm -
1 stop6h 15m
Mon 11/162:15 pm -
1 stop12h 40m
Deal found 8/17![JetBlue logo]()
$348
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/109:42 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$349
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 pm -
1 stop12h 04m
Sun 9/612:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$350
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2710:05 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Thu 10/110:37 am -
1 stop14h 51m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 9/57:30 pm -
1 stop12h 55m
Tue 9/87:55 pm -
2 stops15h 19m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$353
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Mon 8/313:38 pm -
1 stop11h 42m
Sun 9/612:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$355
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/311:00 am -
1 stop16h 16m
Wed 9/97:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$356
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/152:17 pm -
1 stop11h 43m
Mon 10/198:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$357
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/25:35 pm -
1 stop14h 50m
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop10h 27m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/210:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Mon 10/57:00 am -
Nonstop5h 11m
Deal found 8/21![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/255:35 pm -
1 stop14h 50m
Fri 8/2812:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/1010:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Wed 9/167:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 59m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$361
Best flights from San Francisco to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2111:40 am -
Nonstop4h 32m
Wed 10/288:35 pm -
Nonstop5h 03m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/109:00 am -
Nonstop4h 52m
Wed 10/147:00 am -
Nonstop5h 09m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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.
Mon 9/1410:25 am -
2 stops10h 15m
Wed 9/166:25 am -
2 stops14h 55m
Deal found 8/18![Southwest logo]()
$444
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/146:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Mon 9/287:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 59m
Deal found 8/17![Delta logo]()
$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1110:21 am -
Nonstop4h 45m
Sat 9/123:33 pm -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 8/16![United Airlines logo]()
$453
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/1511:30 am -
2 stops9h 05m
Mon 10/195:55 am -
2 stops8h 25m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Mon 10/510:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Wed 10/148:27 am -
Nonstop5h 03m
Deal found 8/19![Delta logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 9/1110:25 am -
2 stops10h 15m
Sat 9/127:15 am -
2 stops10h 30m
Deal found 8/16![Southwest logo]()
$478
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/135:00 am -
1 stop7h 27m
Fri 10/237:41 pm -
Nonstop5h 09m
Deal found 8/20![United Airlines logo]()
$479
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/22:21 pm -
Nonstop4h 32m
Fri 9/114:19 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Deal found 8/20![Delta logo]()
$464
Last-minute flights from San Francisco to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit. Data last updated August 21, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/255:35 pm -
1 stop14h 50m
Fri 8/2812:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$360
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2610:35 pm -
1 stop12h 04m
Sun 9/612:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$350
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 8/2612:29 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Mon 9/77:55 am -
2 stops35h 45m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 8/2712:29 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Mon 9/77:55 am -
2 stops35h 45m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$363
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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.
Mon 8/313:38 pm -
1 stop11h 42m
Sun 9/612:07 pm -
1 stop13h 47m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$355
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/25:35 pm -
1 stop14h 50m
Fri 9/113:50 pm -
1 stop10h 27m
Deal found 8/19![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$358
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/311:00 am -
1 stop16h 16m
Wed 9/97:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$356
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 9/57:30 pm -
1 stop12h 55m
Tue 9/87:55 pm -
2 stops15h 19m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$353
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/21. 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 9/109:42 am -
1 stop11h 24m
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Deal found 8/21![Frontier logo]()
$349
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 9/1010:59 pm -
Nonstop4h 31m
Wed 9/167:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 59m
Deal found 8/18![Delta logo]()
$359
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2710:05 pm -
1 stop10h 33m
Thu 10/110:37 am -
1 stop14h 51m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$351
One-way flights from San Francisco to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/2612:29 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$172
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2712:29 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$173
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 8/2912:29 am -
1 stop7h 43m
Deal found 8/18![Frontier logo]()
$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 11/1810:48 pm -
2 stops10h 11m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$176
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/265:35 pm -
1 stop27h 24m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$178
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Sun 11/159:00 pm -
2 stops21h 04m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$179
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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.
Fri 10/210:24 pm -
1 stop27h 31m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 8/297:30 pm -
1 stop12h 55m
Deal found 8/19![Frontier logo]()
$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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.
Thu 10/86:59 pm -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 8/17![Frontier logo]()
$182
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/20. 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 9/1710:24 pm -
2 stops18h 16m
Deal found 8/20![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 10/1811:59 pm -
2 stops20h 30m
Deal found 8/16![Frontier logo]()
$187
Find flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) 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 21, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $348 (Faresmojo) |
One-way from | $172 (Super.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | April |
Average price | $511 |
Good round-trip deal | $450 or less |
Good one-way deal | $302 or less |
Cheapflights Fare Finder
Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated August 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Detroit that are best for you.
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Depart
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San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 10/21
11:40 am-7:12 pm
Nonstop4h 32m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/28
8:35 pm-10:38 pm
Nonstop5h 03m
$359
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Sat 10/10
9:00 am-4:52 pm
Nonstop4h 52m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
7:00 am-9:09 am
Nonstop5h 09m
$359
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
6:00 am-1:29 pm
Nonstop4h 29m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/28
7:50 pm-9:49 pm
Nonstop4h 59m
$359
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Mon 10/5
10:59 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 31m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
8:27 am-10:30 am
Nonstop5h 03m
$429
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Mon 9/14
10:25 am-11:40 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/16
6:25 am-6:20 pm
2 stops14h 55m
$444
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 9/11
10:21 am-6:06 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/12
3:33 pm-7:38 pm
1 stop7h 05m
$453
Quickest round-trip
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Wed 9/2
2:21 pm-9:53 pm
Nonstop4h 32m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 9/11
4:19 pm-6:09 pm
Nonstop4h 50m
$464
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Thu 10/15
11:30 am-11:35 pm
2 stops9h 05m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 10/19
5:55 am-11:20 am
2 stops8h 25m
$469
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Fri 9/11
10:25 am-11:40 pm
2 stops10h 15m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 9/12
7:15 am-2:45 pm
2 stops10h 30m
$478
San FranciscoDetroit
SFO San Francisco - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
SFODTW
San Francisco
Tue 10/13
5:00 am-3:27 pm
1 stop7h 27m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 10/23
7:41 pm-9:50 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
$479
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Compare providers for flights from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Detroit in August.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 Francisco-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 Francisco to Detroit
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Detroit
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit (average of $492). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit in November 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 SFO to DTT?
Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Detroit in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 14% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.
Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Detroit
Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 21, 2026.
The most flights from SFO to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
San Francisco to Detroit flights typically cost between $374 and $674 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $348 on JetBlue (Nov 13-Nov 16).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Detroit?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from San Francisco to Detroit chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from San Francisco to Detroit on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from San Francisco to Detroit?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from San Francisco to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $339.
What’s the fastest layover option from San Francisco to Detroit?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Detroit, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 40m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from San Francisco to Detroit?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from San Francisco to Detroit, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 52m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit?
Booking 73 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Detroit?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 15, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 August 21, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from San Francisco to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
8.0
ExcellentLa Tracimeldamarcos,Jun 2026
LAX - SLC
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$181 | Average$267 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$286 | Average$548 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$495 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$446 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$483 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$349 | Average$604 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |