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$90+ Cheap flights from Michigan to San Diego (SAN)

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DTW — SAN
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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 abril 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$386 or less

Good one-way deal

$398 or less
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From Michigan to San Diego
One-way flight from Michigan to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to San Diego.
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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 abril 30, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 5/281:43 pmDTW - SAN
2 stops13h 13mSpirit Airlines
mar. 6/38:48 pmSAN - DTW
2 stops12h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$171
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
vie. 5/92:28 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
sáb. 5/107:38 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 42mFrontier
Deal found 4/28$178
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
jue. 5/299:22 amDTW - SAN
1 stop11h 41mMultiple Airlines
dom. 6/18:37 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop11h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$182
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 5/168:14 pmORD - SAN
1 stop29h 05mFrontier
dom. 5/186:25 amSAN - ORD
1 stop20h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$187
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
vie. 5/3010:00 amORD - SAN
2 stops15h 56mSpirit Airlines
mar. 6/38:48 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop12h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/29$189
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
dom. 5/115:45 amORD - SAN
1 stop7h 11mMultiple Airlines
dom. 5/185:43 pmSAN - ORD
2 stops13h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$190
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jue. 5/88:03 pmMDW - SAN
1 stop6h 10mFrontier
vie. 5/96:25 amSAN - MDW
1 stop6h 23mFrontier
Deal found 4/29$194
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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.
sáb. 6/77:25 amMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
mié. 6/116:55 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop3h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 4/29$237
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 6/94:20 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
mar. 6/175:00 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/29$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/26:21 amTVC - SAN
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
mar. 7/81:12 pmSAN - TVC
1 stop7h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/28$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 5/244:46 pmFNT - SAN
1 stop8h 28mUnited Airlines
mié. 5/289:45 pmSAN - FNT
2 stops12h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/28$260
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
vie. 11/77:55 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mAlaska Airlines
mié. 11/128:05 amSAN - ORD
Nonstop3h 54mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/28$277

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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 abril 30, 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

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 5/28

1:43 pm-11:56 pm

2 stops13h 13m

San Diego

mar. 6/3

8:48 pm-12:38 pm

2 stops12h 50m

$171

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 5/9

2:28 pm-12:13 am

1 stop12h 45m

San Diego

sáb. 5/10

7:38 pm-5:20 am

1 stop6h 42m

$178

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

jue. 5/29

9:22 am-6:03 pm

1 stop11h 41m

San Diego

dom. 6/1

8:37 pm-10:51 am

1 stop11h 14m

$182

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/16

8:14 pm-11:19 pm

1 stop29h 05m

San Diego

dom. 5/18

6:25 am-5:10 am

1 stop20h 45m

$187

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 5/30

10:00 am-11:56 pm

2 stops15h 56m

San Diego

mar. 6/3

8:48 pm-10:55 am

1 stop12h 07m

$189

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom. 5/11

5:45 am-10:56 am

1 stop7h 11m

San Diego

dom. 5/18

5:43 pm-8:55 am

2 stops13h 12m

$190

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

lun. 5/12

8:03 pm-12:13 am

1 stop6h 10m

San Diego

mié. 5/14

1:23 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop27h 45m

$197

ChicagoSan Diego

MDW - SAN

MDWSAN

Chicago Midway

sáb. 6/7

7:25 am-9:40 am

Nonstop4h 15m

San Diego

mié. 6/11

6:55 pm-12:50 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$237

ChicagoSan Diego

ORD - SAN

ORDSAN

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 6/9

4:20 pm-6:42 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

San Diego

mar. 6/17

5:00 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$257

Traverse CitySan Diego

TVC - SAN

TVCSAN

Traverse City Cherry Capital

mié. 7/2

6:21 am-12:10 pm

1 stop8h 49m

San Diego

mar. 7/8

1:12 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop7h 18m

$259

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San Diego

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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 abril 30, 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 abril 30, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 abril 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Michigan to San Diego, see what other customers have to say about Breeze Airways, Alaska Airlines and Southwest. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.8

Food

6.7

Comfort

8.2

Reviews

1 / 11
10.0
Excellent

Dena,Dec 2024

LAS - BDL

It was comfortable and the crew was great! A few free snacks offered would be nice!

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.

  • 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 $90 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $100 and Allegiant Air from $110 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to 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: ITA Airways (83%), Korean Air (83%), WestJet( 83%).

  • 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 $832, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $63. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Diego), is priced around $94.

  • 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 abril 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$190Average$475FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$228Average$465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$362Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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