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$101+ Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Michigan

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 10/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Aug 3 — Aug 101
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Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated July 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$207
(Southwest)

One-way from

$101
(American Airlines)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$444

Good round-trip deal

$388 or less

Good one-way deal

$217 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 29, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/47:15 amSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/103:50 pmMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$207
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2312:47 amSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 09mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/286:45 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/27$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/265:55 amSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Sat 8/303:10 pmORD - SFO
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/710:26 amSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 33mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/158:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/28$211
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/810:26 amSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/158:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/28$216
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/215:45 amSFO - SBN
1 stop11h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/249:26 pmSBN - SFO
1 stop26h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 9/122:17 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop6h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/193:20 pmORD - SFO
1 stop10h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$229
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Sat 9/272:10 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop19h 38mFrontier
Wed 10/87:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop17h 07mFrontier
Deal found 7/27$235
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 8/611:30 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Tue 8/1211:39 amMDW - SFO
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 8/2212:40 amSFO - MDW
1 stop6h 11mDelta
Sat 8/304:25 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop8h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/29$257
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 9/912:35 amSFO - ORD
1 stop5h 49mDelta
Wed 10/17:10 amORD - SFO
1 stop10h 54mDelta
Deal found 7/29$257
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/98:36 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 24mFrontier
Tue 8/1212:18 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 29mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$258

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Michigan that are best for you.

Fly from

San Francisco

Fly to

Michigan

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Depart

Return

Price

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Thu 9/4

7:15 am-1:20 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/10

3:50 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

$207

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 9/23

2:22 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

6:00 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop4h 50m

$207

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 8/26

12:45 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop7h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 8/31

7:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 25m

$208

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 10/7

10:26 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/15

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$211

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

10:26 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/14

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$216

San FranciscoSouth Bend

SFO - SBN

SFOSBN

San Francisco

Thu 8/21

5:45 am-8:36 pm

1 stop11h 51m

South Bend/Michiana

Sun 8/24

9:26 pm-9:21 pm

1 stop26h 55m

$229

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Fri 9/12

2:17 pm-11:15 pm

1 stop6h 58m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

3:20 pm-12:04 am

1 stop10h 44m

$229

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - ORD

SFOORD

San Francisco

Tue 8/12

10:03 pm-10:25 am

1 stop10h 22m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

1:39 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$234

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Sat 8/9

6:37 am-8:54 pm

1 stop12h 17m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/13

11:39 am-9:23 pm

1 stop11h 44m

$238

San FranciscoChicago

SFO - MDW

SFOMDW

San Francisco

Fri 8/22

11:59 pm-9:36 am

1 stop7h 37m

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/26

1:08 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop6h 57m

$257

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Michigan

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

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco 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 SFO to MI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.

When flying from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Michigan

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to USMI 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).

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 July 29, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from San Francisco to Michigan 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Breeze Airways
8.0
Very good
190 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Michigan?

    For a flight from San Francisco to Michigan, you will be flying from San Francisco. San Francisco (SFO) is just 11.8 mi from the center of the city.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Francisco to Michigan one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with American Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $101. Frontier flights start at $104 while deals on Southwest start at $109 one-way.

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

    While some choose either San Francisco - Chicago Midway or San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl is the most popular route from San Francisco to Michigan.

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

    Consider KLM (100%), Virgin Atlantic (86%) or United Airlines (82%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Michigan.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (San Francisco - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $197 on average our data indicates $918 when flying from San Francisco to Michigan.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Michigan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 July 29, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$96Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$174Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$271Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$277Average$592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$503FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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