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$95+ Cheap flights from Detroit to San Diego (DTT - SAN)

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 7/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SAN
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to San Diego are usually found in July or August, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Diego (SAN). 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 June 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$217
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$95
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$385

Good round-trip deal

$299 or less

Good one-way deal

$119 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:24 pmDTW - SAN
2 stops15h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sat 7/56:15 amSAN - DTW
1 stop9h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/47:22 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/93:57 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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.
Fri 7/48:30 amDTW - SAN
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Thu 7/103:18 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop12h 42mFrontier
Deal found 6/12$245
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 7/1612:15 pmDTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 38mDelta
Wed 7/306:15 amSAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 36mDelta
Deal found 6/10$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 11/135:30 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop8h 20mSouthwest
Tue 11/188:40 amSAN - DTW
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 6/10$302
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/194:51 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop10h 02mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/248:33 amSAN - DTW
2 stops17h 32mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$333

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Diego 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

8:20 pm-7:13 am

1 stop13h 53m

San Diego

Thu 7/10

6:15 am-12:09 am

1 stop14h 54m

$217

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/4

7:22 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San Diego

Wed 7/9

3:57 pm-7:04 am

1 stop12h 07m

$229

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/4

8:30 am-4:58 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San Diego

Mon 7/7

9:30 pm-7:00 am

1 stop6h 30m

$245

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/16

8:25 am-10:03 am

Nonstop4h 38m

San Diego

Wed 7/30

3:03 pm-10:34 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$299

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

7:30 am-7:40 pm

2 stops15h 10m

San Diego

Sat 8/23

8:15 am-8:25 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$357

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/7

8:20 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop25h 06m

$95

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/17

8:30 am-2:18 pm

1 stop8h 48m

$130

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/15

5:00 am-9:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

$160

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/15

1:45 pm-7:40 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$165

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

10:59 am-7:53 pm

1 stop11h 54m

$187

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Diego from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Diego. 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 Detroit to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Detroit to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 DTT to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to San Diego at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 45% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 2.3 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.3 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Diego by month

Plan your trip to San Diego by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated June 12, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to San Diego, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,925 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    To fly from Detroit to San Diego, you need to book a flight from All airports (DTT) to San Diego (SAN). Nonstop flights to San Diego from Detroit All airports take 4h 35m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 7 outbound flights from All airports to San Diego offered by 6 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to San Diego round-trip?

    Currently priced at $217, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Detroit to San Diego and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $245 and $299, respectively. You may be able to fly from Detroit to San Diego for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $95 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $130 and American Airlines from $160 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to San Diego consider choosing Korean Air (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Diego?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to San Diego is $87. On average you can expect to pay $449. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), can usually be booked for $131.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San Diego 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 to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Detroit to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $366). 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 Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Diego. 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$138Average$213FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$360Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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