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$116+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) 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 2/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DTW
ene. 14 — ene. 211
mié. 1/14
mié. 1/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from San José to Michigan

Cheapest flights from San José to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 15, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
mié. 12/242:52 pmSJO - MDW
1 stop26h 46mFrontier
mar. 1/66:52 amMDW - SJO
1 stop30h 56mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$276
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
lun. 12/221:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
jue. 1/228:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$278
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/211:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
jue. 1/88:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$280
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/211:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/63:26 pmORD - SJO
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
mié. 12/241:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
jue. 1/88:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$302
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
dom. 12/211:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 55mMultiple Airlines
mié. 1/76:05 pmORD - SJO
2 stops17h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$308
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
mar. 12/231:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
mar. 1/63:26 pmORD - SJO
2 stops22h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/13$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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.
mar. 12/231:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
jue. 1/88:43 pmORD - SJO
1 stop15h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/13$316
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 12/227:50 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop19h 00mAvianca
jue. 1/224:10 pmORD - SJO
1 stop7h 30mAvianca
Deal found 12/14$322
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 12/191:31 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop10h 59mSpirit Airlines
dom. 1/115:15 amORD - SJO
1 stop7h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/15$323
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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.
mié. 12/247:00 amSJO - MDW
1 stop7h 44mDelta
mié. 12/319:29 amMDW - SJO
2 stops12h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/15$345
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 12/2710:36 amSJO - MDW
1 stop10h 28mFrontier
mié. 12/316:12 amMDW - SJO
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Deal found 12/13$349

Find flight deals from San José to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San José to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated diciembre 15, 2025.

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3 stars

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eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$263
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$425
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Customize your flight search to find flights from San José 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San José to Michigan that are best for you.

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San José

Fly to

Michigan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San JoséBay City

SJO - MBS

SJOMBS

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 1/23

8:45 am-1:26 pm

2 stops51h 41m

Bay City MBS Intl

lun. 1/26

2:10 pm-8:39 pm

2 stops31h 29m

$263

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/29

12:33 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 2/5

10:54 am-12:22 pm

1 stop26h 28m

$285

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/29

1:30 pm-7:41 am

2 stops17h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 2/5

10:07 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops15h 15m

$319

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/17

3:12 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 2/1

5:30 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$328

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom. 1/18

7:45 am-6:16 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 1/28

9:23 am-3:30 pm

1 stop30h 07m

$337

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

sáb. 1/17

3:12 pm-2:17 pm

1 stop22h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/31

5:14 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops20h 08m

$338

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

vie. 12/26

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/4

5:49 am-1:15 pm

1 stop7h 26m

$340

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 12/25

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 1/4

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$340

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

jue. 1/22

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 1/26

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

$340

San JoséChicago

SJO - ORD

SJOORD

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

mié. 2/11

10:08 am-12:04 am

1 stop13h 56m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 2/18

2:22 pm-7:06 am

1 stop16h 44m

$342

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Best time to book a flight from San José to Michigan

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

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Michigan (average of $217). Flying from San José to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 SJO to MI?

Find hourly flight availability from San José 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 diciembre 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San José to Michigan in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from San José to Michigan?

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 diciembre 15, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San José to Michigan, such as United Airlines and Spirit Airlines. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,187 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,092 reviews

Food

6.6

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

AMS - EWR

It was good! The first 3/4 of the trip was uncomfortably cold. Only one option for lunch that I didn’t enjoy (vegetarian).

Related info for your journey

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

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from San José to Michigan. It is only a 8.8 mi journey to Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) from San José’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from San José to Michigan?

    Departing from San José to Michigan will take you 15h 22m. The distance between San José and Michigan is about 2206 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $167 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $247 and United Airlines from $286 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from San José to Michigan consider San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago O'Hare Intl, San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Chicago Midway or San José Juan Santamaria Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County as they are the most popular.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José to Michigan (average of $217). Flying from San José to Michigan in March is currently the most expensive (average of $350). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Michigan

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José 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 diciembre 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$286Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$573Average$615FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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