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$84+ Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

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SFO — DTW
Jan 18 — Jan 251
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2511:40 amSFO - MDW
1 stop9h 15mSouthwest
Fri 1/96:10 amMDW - SFO
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/17$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/316:24 amSFO - ORD
1 stop15h 48mFrontier
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - SFO
2 stops27h 03mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$312
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/308:16 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 05mFrontier
Sun 1/410:50 pmMDW - SFO
1 stop27h 34mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$319
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/2510:49 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/95:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 05mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$322
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:30 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop30h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:49 pmORD - SFO
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:00 amSFO - GRR
1 stop6h 32mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/79:10 amGRR - SFO
1 stop9h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/17$340
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/249:30 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops30h 24mFrontier
Thu 1/86:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop30h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$342
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/3110:45 pmSFO - GRR
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Sat 1/101:50 pmGRR - SFO
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/18$342
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/3110:49 pmSFO - GRR
1 stop6h 52mAmerican Airlines
Wed 1/77:00 amGRR - SFO
2 stops12h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/17$345
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/3012:10 amSFO - GRR
1 stop7h 29mDelta
Thu 1/85:23 amGRR - SFO
1 stop8h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/18$350
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 12/3110:45 pmSFO - GRR
1 stop7h 43mDelta
Fri 1/95:01 pmGRR - SFO
2 stops9h 27mDelta
Deal found 12/17$351
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/248:44 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/105:15 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$353

Find flight deals from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated December 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$84
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$677
Provider with most accurate pricing for San Francisco-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for San Francisco-Detroit (DTT) flights.
From San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan
One-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price ($98 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan that are best for you.

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San Francisco Bay Area

Fly to

Michigan

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Depart

Return

Price

OaklandChicago

OAK - MDW

OAKMDW

Oakland

Sat 1/10

5:55 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/17

7:40 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$236

OaklandChicago

OAK - MDW

OAKMDW

Oakland

Tue 1/20

11:10 am-5:15 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Sat 1/24

7:40 pm-10:35 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$236

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 2/6

9:35 am-6:25 pm

1 stop29h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/11

7:20 pm-5:54 pm

1 stop25h 34m

$239

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

Sat 2/14

5:31 pm-2:05 pm

1 stop18h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/17

2:07 pm-9:24 am

1 stop21h 17m

$248

OaklandChicago

OAK - MDW

OAKMDW

Oakland

Sat 2/14

5:15 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/17

2:05 pm-8:15 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$249

OaklandChicago

OAK - MDW

OAKMDW

Oakland

Sat 2/14

8:45 pm-5:05 am

1 stop6h 20m

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/21

8:10 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$256

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

Sat 1/10

5:15 am-2:05 pm

1 stop6h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/17

1:00 pm-6:30 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$256

OaklandChicago

OAK - MDW

OAKMDW

Oakland

Thu 1/15

6:30 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop4h 05m

Chicago Midway

Tue 1/20

8:15 am-3:55 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$258

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

Thu 1/15

5:17 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop28h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 1/20

6:06 pm-10:28 am

1 stop18h 22m

$259

OaklandChicago

OAK - ORD

OAKORD

Oakland

Tue 1/20

8:10 am-11:50 pm

1 stop13h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/23

8:00 am-8:40 pm

1 stop14h 40m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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 MI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 19, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 19, 2025.

The most flights from zzXIH 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 (6 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 December 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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 Michigan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan?

    Airlines like Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and United Airlines fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in about 4h 05m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 9h 35m. San Francisco Bay Area and Michigan are separated by a distance of 1839 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan are Spirit Airlines ($79), Frontier ($85), and American Airlines ($103).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 Bay Area to Michigan.

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan (average of $133). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in December is currently the most expensive (average of $291). 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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Alternative routes for San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

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Top 8 airlines flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco Bay Area 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 December 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$116Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$154Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$234Average$529FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$268Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$291Average$549FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$526FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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