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$80+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Michigan

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SAN — DTW
Aug 19 — Aug 261
Tue 8/19
Tue 8/26
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated August 14, 2025.

Round-trip from

$152
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$80
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$319

Good round-trip deal

$285 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 14, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/510:20 amSAN - GRR
1 stop6h 18mFrontier
Mon 9/88:33 pmGRR - SAN
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 10/164:06 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/127:59 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/13$152
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/126:35 amSAN - MDW
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Fri 9/193:48 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop10h 05mFrontier
Deal found 8/13$152
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 8/266:15 amSAN - ORD
1 stop9h 00mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/305:35 pmORD - SAN
1 stop8h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$153
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/126:35 amSAN - MDW
1 stop7h 18mFrontier
Mon 9/154:48 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$153
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Wed 9/1010:30 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 07mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/209:13 amORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/14$154
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/13. 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 9/1010:40 amSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Wed 9/177:05 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/13$154
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Thu 9/116:15 amSAN - ORD
1 stop13h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/1611:15 amORD - SAN
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$155
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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.
Tue 12/25:00 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Wed 12/38:35 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 8/12$155
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/24:53 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/77:59 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop5h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/12. 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 9/67:47 pmSAN - ORD
2 stops12h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/2012:46 pmORD - SAN
1 stop7h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/12$157
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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.
Thu 9/1112:04 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop25h 49mFrontier
Thu 9/1810:13 amMDW - SAN
1 stop9h 29mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$157

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Michigan 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 14, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Michigan that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Michigan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoGrand Rapids

SAN - GRR

SANGRR

San Diego

Fri 9/5

10:20 am-7:38 pm

1 stop6h 18m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 9/8

8:33 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$148

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 10/9

4:26 pm-10:44 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/12

7:59 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 10/16

4:06 pm-10:24 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/22

7:59 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Thu 10/9

10:52 am-12:36 am

1 stop11h 44m

Chicago Midway

Fri 10/10

6:24 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Fri 9/12

6:35 am-3:53 pm

1 stop7h 18m

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/19

3:48 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 05m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Sun 10/5

9:03 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop16h 50m

Chicago Midway

Thu 10/9

6:24 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop27h 44m

$152

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 9/20

1:35 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 9/21

8:01 pm-7:29 am

1 stop13h 28m

$153

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Sat 8/30

7:01 pm-4:50 am

1 stop7h 49m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/2

6:00 am-5:56 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$153

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 9/4

1:18 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop7h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop7h 09m

$153

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 10/15

6:41 am-11:53 pm

1 stop15h 12m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 10/19

7:15 am-9:37 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$153

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Michigan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Michigan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Michigan?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 MI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated August 14, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Michigan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan. 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 14, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USMI are scheduled on a Thursday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated August 14, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from San Diego to Michigan have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
7,980 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,916 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
8,046 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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
3,217 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Michigan. 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 from for flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Michigan. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Michigan?

    The most popular flight routes from San Diego to Michigan are San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl, San Diego - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and San Diego - Chicago Midway.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Michigan?

    Before booking your flight to Michigan from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: KLM (87%), Delta (87%), LATAM Airlines( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $97. While the most popular route (San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $94 on average our data indicates $656 when flying from San Diego to Michigan.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Michigan that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on San Diego to Michigan flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from San Diego to Michigan.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Michigan 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 Diego to Michigan?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 Diego to Michigan

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Michigan. 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 August 14, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$136Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$156Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$452FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$288Average$479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$507FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$363Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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