Detroit

$95+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit (SNA - 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DTT
Apr 11 — Apr 181
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Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 12, 2026.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/11. 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.
Mon 4/202:41 pm
SNA
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DTW
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Fri 4/2410:27 pm
DTW
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SNA
1 stop15h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/11$210
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/283:23 pm
SNA
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DTW
1 stop11h 12m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 5/38:07 pm
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop14h 58m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 3/9$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/1611:29 am
SNA
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DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Frontier
Fri 4/1710:27 pm
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop15h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/142:53 pm
SNA
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DTW
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 4/1710:27 pm
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop15h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/1611:29 am
SNA
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DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Frontier
Sat 4/186:00 am
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 5/73:23 pm
SNA
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DTW
1 stop11h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/1010:27 pm
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop15h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/142:53 pm
SNA
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DTW
2 stops18h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Thu 4/1611:29 am
SNA
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DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/198:07 pm
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop14h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$231
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Thu 4/912:19 pm
SNA
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DTW
1 stop19h 39m
Frontier
Mon 4/137:45 am
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/9$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Fri 4/175:28 pm
SNA
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DTW
1 stop28h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/2112:33 pm
DTW
-
SNA
2 stops32h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/153:23 pm
SNA
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DTW
2 stops24h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/186:00 am
DTW
-
SNA
1 stop10h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8$234

Find flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 March 12, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$210
(Expedia)

One-way from

$95
(Expedia)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,000

Good round-trip deal

$513 or less

Good one-way deal

$298 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Detroit (DTT) flights.
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price ($184 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 9% potential price decrease ($45 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 March 12, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Detroit that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/20

3:31 pm-5:49 am

1 stop11h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/27

7:09 am-2:43 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$422

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/17

1:12 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/21

12:20 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop13h 08m

$462

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 4/15

1:12 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

8:30 am-10:28 pm

1 stop16h 58m

$483

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/19

5:58 pm-5:49 am

1 stop8h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

7:09 am-2:43 pm

1 stop10h 34m

$505

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/17

1:12 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

8:25 am-10:23 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$559

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 4/24

1:12 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

8:25 am-10:23 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$559

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/9

12:54 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop4h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/12

8:40 am-10:46 am

Nonstop5h 06m

$559

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 5/19

11:00 am-11:05 pm

2 stops9h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

12:40 pm-7:05 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$565

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 4/23

1:35 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

8:25 am-10:23 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$569
Quickest round-trip

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 5/20

11:53 am-7:12 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/27

8:50 am-10:43 am

Nonstop4h 53m

$579

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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 Santa Ana to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Santa Ana-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to Detroit

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Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit (average of $109). Flying from Santa Ana to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 SNA to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 March 12, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Santa Ana to Detroit as you normally would.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Santa Ana to Detroit?

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 March 12, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Santa Ana 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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

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 Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty (SNA) to Detroit All airports (DTT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to All airports, all of which are around 4h 11m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 5 airlines when you book a flight from J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    For as low as $462, Alaska Airlines can have you in Detroit from Santa Ana in 4h 18m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1954 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Santa Ana to Detroit round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $137. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $186 and $318, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $58. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Detroit for a low price.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit is generally $528, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $179. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $225 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Santa Ana to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Santa Ana to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit (average of $109). Flying from Santa Ana to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $191). 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 5 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 March 12, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$137Average$245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$186Average$219FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$444Average$620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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