San Antonio

$83+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio (DTW - SAT)

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DTW — SAT
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Antonio are usually found in August or May, booked 25 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Antonio (SAT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$148
(Priceline)

One-way from

$83
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$339

Good round-trip deal

$329 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Antonio
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Antonio
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($54 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:54 amDTW - SAT
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Sat 10/43:22 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$148
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:00 amDTW - SAT
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Wed 10/223:59 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$158
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:54 amDTW - SAT
1 stop6h 41mFrontier
Mon 10/65:40 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop19h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$164
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Thu 10/236:00 amDTW - SAT
1 stop14h 41mFrontier
Sun 10/268:26 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop27h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$169
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/48:00 amDTW - SAT
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Tue 10/143:59 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$173
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/211:54 amDTW - SAT
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Mon 10/68:20 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop27h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$178
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Thu 10/211:54 amDTW - SAT
1 stop8h 21mFrontier
Sun 10/58:20 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop27h 26mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$182
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:14 pmDTW - SAT
1 stop27h 16mFrontier
Sun 11/168:25 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop18h 54mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$194
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/310:54 amDTW - SAT
1 stop6h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/66:15 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop10h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$198
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/213:42 pmDTW - SAT
2 stops24h 32mFrontier
Fri 10/245:45 pmSAT - DTW
1 stop22h 39mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$202

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Antonio 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio that are best for you.

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DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

8:25 am-10:55 am

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

4:35 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/22

8:30 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

San Antonio

Tue 11/25

5:15 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

10:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Tue 11/25

11:50 am-3:48 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

1:42 pm-4:02 pm

Nonstop3h 20m

San Antonio

Tue 11/25

5:15 am-9:10 am

Nonstop2h 55m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

7:45 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop3h 34m

San Antonio

Sun 3/1

4:00 pm-8:04 pm

Nonstop3h 04m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/29

8:25 am-10:55 am

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Thu 12/4

4:35 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

8:30 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

4:35 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

8:30 pm-10:42 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

San Antonio

Mon 11/3

4:35 pm-8:38 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

8:30 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

San Antonio

Mon 11/24

4:35 pm-8:37 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$359

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/19

8:30 pm-10:56 pm

Nonstop3h 26m

San Antonio

Tue 12/30

5:20 am-9:20 am

Nonstop3h 00m

$359

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are pleasantly short, with waits rarely exceeding 10 minutes in McNamara Terminal.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
SAT

Rideshare services at SAT pick up on the lower level of Terminal A, offering convenient access to downtown San Antonio.

Read more about SATby Ramsey Qubein
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on SAT

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Antonio

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 25 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 DTW to SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 16% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 San Antonio. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to San Antonio?

    San Antonio is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Antonio from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Antonio (SAT) should be relatively easy as there are 9 daily flights to San Antonio from 6 different airlines. 3h 04m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Antonio will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio will take you 3h 17m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and San Antonio are separated by a distance of 1214 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($88), Frontier ($110), and American Airlines ($284) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio. Spirit Airlines is priced at 77% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio consider choosing Aeromexico (92%), Spirit Airlines (88%) or Korean Air (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio is generally $319, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $158. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Antonio), you can expect to pay $192 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to San Antonio that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to San Antonio?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to San Antonio?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San Antonio 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio (average of $295). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio in March is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Detroit to San Antonio

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Antonio. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$110Average$168FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$284Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$308Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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