What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $73 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $77 and Southwest from $164 one-way.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Antonio ranges from 1.6 - 3.7 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.7 in. December is typically the driest time to visit San Antonio when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Antonio, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 84.2 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

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 Korean Air (83%), Spirit Airlines (81%) or WestJet (77%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio?

American Airlines, Delta and Frontier are the most popular airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio.

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

Wednesday is generally a great day to depart. Flying on this day could help you save up to 38%.

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

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, June can be a great choice for travel to San Antonio. Flights to San Antonio from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in June are about $387 on average during June, but can be found for as low as $147.

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 5 daily flights to San Antonio from 6 different airlines. 2h 59m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Antonio will take if you book a nonstop 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.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Antonio are usually found in May or October, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Friday

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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 juillet 3, 2025.

lun. 7/286:00 amDTW - SAT

Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

ven. 8/19:00 amSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$175

jeu. 10/211:49 amDTW - SAT

1 stop8h 26mMultiple Airlines

dim. 10/512:45 pmSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 04mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$177

ven. 10/176:00 amDTW - SAT

1 stop9h 33mFrontier

lun. 10/203:28 pmSAT - DTW

1 stop8h 17mFrontier

Deal found 7/3

$194

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lun. 7/286:00 amDTW - SAT

Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

ven. 8/19:00 amSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$175

lun. 7/286:00 amDTW - SAT

Nonstop3h 04mMultiple Airlines

ven. 8/15:38 pmSAT - DTW

1 stop16h 47mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$184

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mar. 7/87:15 amDTW - SAT

1 stop11h 47mMultiple Airlines

ven. 7/119:00 amSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 12mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$275

mar. 7/811:14 amDTW - SAT

1 stop5h 18mUnited Airlines

jeu. 7/1012:55 pmSAT - DTW

1 stop6h 50mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$917

mer. 7/91:24 pmDTW - SAT

Nonstop3h 07mDelta

mer. 7/164:26 pmSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 09mDelta

Deal found 7/2

$599

ven. 7/116:00 amDTW - SAT

Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

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Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$237

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Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

ven. 8/19:00 amSAT - DTW

Nonstop3h 12mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$175

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ven. 8/15:38 pmSAT - DTW

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Deal found 7/1

$184

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jeu. 8/289:45 amDTW - SAT

Nonstop2h 59mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/2

$73

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1 stop7h 27mFrontier

Deal found 7/3

$77

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2 stops7h 20mSouthwest

Deal found 7/2

$164

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Deal found 7/1

$199

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3 stops17h 48mUnited Airlines

Deal found 7/1

$219

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lun. 7/28

6:00 am-8:04 am

Nonstop3h 04m

San Antonio

ven. 8/1

9:00 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop3h 12m

$175

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DTW - SAT

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lun. 7/28

6:00 am-8:04 am

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5:38 pm-11:25 am

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$184

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$73

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8:00 am-2:27 pm

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$77

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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7:30 am-1:50 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$164

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sam. 9/6

9:30 pm-11:34 pm

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$199

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6:00 am-10:48 pm

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$219

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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?

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 68 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?

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 11% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio flight should consider departing on Thursday 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.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio

The most flights from DTW to SAT are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,982 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

United Airlines

7.4

Good

8,861 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Spirit Airlines

6.3

Okay

8,086 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Frontier

5.9

Fair

3,286 reviews

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,266 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0

Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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 5 daily flights to San Antonio from 6 different airlines. 2h 59m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Antonio will take if you book a nonstop flight.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio round-trip?
According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($175), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio. Spirit Airlines is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio one-way?
One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $73 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $77 and Southwest from $164 one-way.
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 Korean Air (83%), Spirit Airlines (81%) or WestJet (77%) 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 $249, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $96. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Antonio), you can expect to pay $148 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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Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$88	Average$238	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$112	Average$168	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$282	Average$459	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$284	Average$358	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
United Airlines	Cheapest$288	Average$468	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
Delta	Cheapest$293	Average$437	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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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 June 27, 2025.

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

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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 juillet 3, 2025.

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Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Antonio, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

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

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

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

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

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