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$74+ Cheap flights from Michigan to San Diego (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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San Diego

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to San Diego flight deals. Data was last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$131
(Southwest)

One-way from

$74
(Southwest)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$343

Good round-trip deal

$358 or less

Good one-way deal

$189 or less
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/225:20 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Sat 10/257:00 amSAN - MDW
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 10/111:15 amORD - SAN
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/59:03 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop10h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$132
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Sat 11/11:50 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Mon 11/107:35 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$133
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/317:15 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Wed 11/55:00 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$134
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Mon 11/107:45 amMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Wed 11/122:05 pmSAN - MDW
1 stop6h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/36:00 amORD - SAN
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Thu 11/66:00 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop28h 15mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$135
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:00 amORD - SAN
1 stop19h 50mFrontier
Sun 11/165:47 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop28h 28mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$138
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/37:40 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Tue 10/76:25 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$139
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 11/121:00 pmORD - SAN
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Tue 11/1811:20 amSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$139
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Wed 10/111:15 amORD - SAN
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/36:15 amSAN - ORD
1 stop8h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$140
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 11/36:00 amORD - SAN
1 stop7h 17mFrontier
Mon 11/106:41 amSAN - ORD
1 stop15h 34mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$141
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Wed 11/128:35 pmMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 25mSouthwest
Sun 11/167:35 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 9/10$142

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/1

8:25 am-10:50 am

Nonstop4h 25m

San Diego

Mon 11/10

7:35 pm-1:30 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$133

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/28

7:10 am-9:30 am

Nonstop4h 20m

San Diego

Sun 11/2

7:35 pm-1:30 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$142

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

1:00 pm-5:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

San Diego

Tue 11/18

6:40 am-9:50 pm

2 stops13h 10m

$149

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

5:25 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

1:05 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$155

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/4

1:25 pm-6:55 pm

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

5:00 pm-10:55 pm

Nonstop3h 55m

$157

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Wed 11/12

8:35 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop4h 25m

San Diego

Fri 11/21

9:20 pm-5:05 am

1 stop5h 45m

$160

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 10/8

8:20 am-11:20 am

Nonstop5h 00m

San Diego

Sat 10/11

5:19 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop4h 40m

$165

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

8:59 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

San Diego

Sat 11/15

1:41 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

$167

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

Wed 12/17

5:15 am-9:55 am

1 stop6h 40m

San Diego

Mon 12/22

3:55 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop5h 55m

$170

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/5

7:59 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop4h 28m

San Diego

Mon 12/8

5:53 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop3h 57m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San Diego

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Michigan 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 MI to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 September 11, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to San Diego as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 September 11, 2025.

The most flights from USMI 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 (1 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan 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 airport do you fly into for flights to San Diego from Michigan?

    For a flight from Michigan to San Diego, you will be flying into San Diego. San Diego (SAN) is just 2.6 mi from the center of the city.

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

    For as low as $167, Southwest can have you in San Diego from Michigan in 4h 20m. Michigan and San Diego are separated by a distance of 1719 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

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

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

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

    The most popular route from Michigan to San Diego is Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Diego. You may also consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego or Chicago Midway - San Diego.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Diego from Michigan, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Spirit Airlines (89%), KLM (83%), Aeromexico( 81%).

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Michigan to San Diego? While on average our users pay $487, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $94. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Diego), is priced around $123.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Diego (average of $286). Flying from Michigan 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 Michigan to San Diego

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$107Average$227FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$137Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$495FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$359Average$497FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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