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Cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

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Jun 20 — Jun 271
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Sat 6/27
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Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated May 21, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$282
(Southwest)

One-way from

$129
(Southwest)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$588
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($15 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan?

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan (average of $140). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,207). 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 May 21, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 40% 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 August 3, 2025.

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. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 May 21, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited 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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,451 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,748 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,641 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
2,945 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,282 reviews

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

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 Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in about 4h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 4h 15m. San Francisco Bay Area and Michigan are separated by a distance of 1841 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 ($81), Frontier ($97), and Southwest ($116).

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan (average of $140). Flying from San Francisco Bay Area to Michigan in September is currently the most expensive (average of $1,207). 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 Francisco Bay Area to Michigan

Discover the top 6 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 May 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$126Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$287Average$537FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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