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$88+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (DTW - 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 9/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego are usually found in July or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$183
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$88
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$325

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 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 July 3, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
Mon 8/48:30 amDTW - SAN
1 stop11h 28mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/117:00 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$183
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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.
Sun 9/149:36 amDTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 53mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/206:15 amSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/3$184
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 9/38:00 amDTW - SAN
1 stop17h 08mFrontier
Sun 9/72:31 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop28h 13mFrontier
Deal found 7/3$195

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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

Mon 8/4

8:30 am-4:58 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San Diego

Thu 8/21

6:15 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$183

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/14

9:36 am-11:29 am

Nonstop4h 53m

San Diego

Sat 9/20

6:15 am-3:46 pm

1 stop6h 31m

$184

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

8:00 am-10:08 pm

1 stop17h 08m

San Diego

Sun 9/7

7:54 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop22h 50m

$195

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/26

9:36 am-11:29 am

Nonstop4h 53m

$88

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/5

8:30 am-2:13 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$97

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego is 69 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 40% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (6 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines and Frontier from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Overall

6.3

Crew

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

MCO - CHA

After multiple gate changes and delay after delay, my flight scheduled for 2:34 pm finally took off at 7:30 pm. Gate agents did not communicate well with the people. You had to keep your phone in hand at all times for electronic updates. Crew on board seemed rushed and not so pleasant.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Overall

6.3

Crew

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

MCO - CHA

After multiple gate changes and delay after delay, my flight scheduled for 2:34 pm finally took off at 7:30 pm. Gate agents did not communicate well with the people. You had to keep your phone in hand at all times for electronic updates. Crew on board seemed rushed and not so pleasant.
Frontier
5.9
Fair
3,286 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

5.0

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Overall

6.3

Crew

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2025

MCO - CHA

After multiple gate changes and delay after delay, my flight scheduled for 2:34 pm finally took off at 7:30 pm. Gate agents did not communicate well with the people. You had to keep your phone in hand at all times for electronic updates. Crew on board seemed rushed and not so pleasant.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Diego (SAN) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to San Diego. On a typical day, there are 5 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego, all of which are around 4h 32m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 6 airlines when you book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $184 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Frontier, starting at $195. Spirit Airlines is priced at 58% 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 Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego consider choosing Korean Air (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (92%) 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 Diego?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego is generally $432, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $87. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), you can expect to pay $148 for that flight.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$109Average$239FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$324Average$543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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