$131+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Bay Area
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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
May 2 — May 91
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay AreaExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 2, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/147:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Sat 5/166:47 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 7/91:22 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 00m
Frontier
Mon 7/137:12 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$289
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/111:22 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Fri 7/178:51 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop11h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/158:25 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/2611:16 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 6/47:53 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops15h 56m
Frontier
Sun 6/711:59 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop10h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/612:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/308:52 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops10h 38m
Frontier
Fri 6/512:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:29 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops14h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 4/1711:54 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop15h 33m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:41 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops11h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/91:22 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 28m
Frontier
Sun 7/127:12 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$297
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:00 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops15h 45m
Frontier
Mon 4/2010:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop10h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/812:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$299
Best flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay AreaDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/278:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Mon 5/1111:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 6/48:24 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 33m
Delta
Fri 6/125:03 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop9h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Wed 5/68:35 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 5/2611:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop7h 27m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28![United Airlines logo]()
$384
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Tue 6/26:08 pm
DTW
- SJC
1 stop8h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/36:00 pm
SJC
- DTW
1 stop8h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 5/116:00 am
DTW
- STS
2 stops12h 53m
American Airlines
Sat 5/1612:56 pm
STS
- DTW
1 stop7h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/28![American Airlines logo]()
$518
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/76:25 am
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Sun 5/102:50 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop6h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/28![Southwest logo]()
$369
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 5/294:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
2 stops10h 27m
Delta
Tue 6/95:03 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop9h 16m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$374
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/306:25 am
DTW
- OAK
1 stop9h 00m
Southwest
Tue 5/55:50 am
OAK
- DTW
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 6/156:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 29m
United Airlines
Thu 6/259:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$435
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/18:21 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 05m
Delta
Sat 5/1610:25 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/30![Delta logo]()
$399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/227:09 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 4/295:31 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$443
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/238:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 4/2811:10 am
OAK
- DTW
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/148:35 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 23m
United Airlines
Tue 5/1912:35 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 12m
United Airlines
Deal found 4/1![United Airlines logo]()
$439
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Tue 4/281:40 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Tue 5/510:30 am
SFO
- DTW
2 stops9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$379
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/197:09 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop9h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/26:00 pm
SJC
- DTW
1 stop8h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$477
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Mon 8/106:00 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop9h 12m
American Airlines
Sat 8/151:09 pm
STS
- DTW
1 stop7h 02m
American Airlines
Deal found 3/28![American Airlines logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/278:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 56m
Delta
Mon 6/111:59 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 34m
Delta
Deal found 3/29![Delta logo]()
$449
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Sat 4/257:10 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 20m
United Airlines
Tue 4/2812:45 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 35m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/29![United Airlines logo]()
$469
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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.
Mon 8/101:20 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Tue 8/188:00 am
OAK
- DTW
1 stop7h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 3/29![Southwest logo]()
$393
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 4/181:33 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops12h 19m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 4/257:15 am
SFO
- DTW
2 stops14h 30m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$479
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Mon 6/84:25 pm
DTW
- SJC
1 stop7h 14m
Delta
Wed 6/1711:38 am
SJC
- DTW
1 stop8h 44m
Delta
Deal found 4/1![Delta logo]()
$457
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Wed 5/277:09 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop8h 08m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 6/92:53 pm
STS
- DTW
2 stops11h 56m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/1![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$480
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 8/141:20 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Mon 8/1710:30 am
OAK
- DTW
2 stops10h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$398
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Wed 5/2711:05 am
DTW
- SJC
2 stops9h 29m
United Airlines
Tue 6/28:45 am
SJC
- DTW
2 stops11h 58m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/28![United Airlines logo]()
$487
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/58:15 pm
DTW
- SJC
1 stop6h 27m
Delta
Thu 5/1411:00 pm
SJC
- DTW
Nonstop4h 28m
Delta
Deal found 3/28![Delta logo]()
$467
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/75:14 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops18h 32m
Alaska Airlines
Sun 5/107:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop19h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$486
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 5/66:10 am
DTW
- SJC
2 stops9h 55m
Southwest
Sat 5/98:10 pm
SJC
- DTW
2 stops10h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 4/1![Southwest logo]()
$407
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/297:09 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop9h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 5/29:42 pm
SJC
- DTW
1 stop29h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$490
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/148:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 55m
Southwest
Tue 5/198:55 am
OAK
- DTW
2 stops8h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 3/31![Southwest logo]()
$414
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:09 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop8h 12m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/67:00 am
STS
- DTW
2 stops19h 44m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$491
Last-minute flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay AreaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated April 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated April 2, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:50 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops14h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/107:15 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$289
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/158:25 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops13h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/2611:16 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$291
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/156:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 5/612:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 4/1711:54 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop15h 33m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:41 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops11h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$296
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:00 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops15h 45m
Frontier
Mon 4/2010:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop10h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/29![Frontier logo]()
$298
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/186:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/812:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/239:50 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/276:29 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops14h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$295
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 4/246:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 04m
Frontier
Fri 4/2410:38 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/71:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Sun 5/107:15 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$292
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 5/147:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Sat 5/166:47 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/308:52 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops10h 38m
Frontier
Fri 6/512:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$294
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sun 5/311:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Mon 6/812:52 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop8h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$297
One-way flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay AreaSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Sun 4/2610:27 pm
DTW
- SJC
2 stops24h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 3/30![Frontier logo]()
$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Thu 4/301:44 pm
DTW
- SJC
2 stops31h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$141
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/246:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop13h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 3/28![Frontier logo]()
$148
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Tue 4/146:05 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops20h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$149
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Fri 6/198:00 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$150
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Thu 4/236:00 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Sat 5/167:55 am
DTW
- SFO
2 stops13h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 3/31![Frontier logo]()
$152
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/29. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/38:18 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops51h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/29![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Sat 4/185:09 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops19h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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.
Tue 4/218:07 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop20h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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 4/222:20 pm
DTW
- SJC
2 stops30h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 4/1![Frontier logo]()
$157
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/135:34 pm
DTW
- SFO
2 stops47h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$158
Find flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area
Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated April 2, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $288 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $131 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $399 |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area 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 April 2, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 4/27
8:30 pm-12:25 am
1 stop6h 55m
Oakland
Mon 5/11
11:55 pm-9:45 am
1 stop6h 50m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 6/4
8:24 pm-11:57 pm
1 stop6h 33m
Oakland
Fri 6/12
5:03 pm-5:19 am
1 stop9h 16m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 5/7
6:25 am-10:10 am
1 stop6h 45m
Oakland
Sun 5/10
2:50 pm-12:40 am
1 stop6h 50m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/30
6:25 am-12:25 pm
1 stop9h 00m
Oakland
Tue 5/5
5:50 am-3:35 pm
1 stop6h 45m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/29
4:30 pm-11:57 pm
2 stops10h 27m
Oakland
Tue 6/9
5:03 pm-5:19 am
1 stop9h 16m
$374
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 4/23
8:30 pm-12:25 am
1 stop6h 55m
Oakland
Tue 4/28
11:10 am-11:05 pm
2 stops8h 55m
$374
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 4/28
1:40 pm-10:05 pm
2 stops11h 25m
San Francisco
Tue 5/5
10:30 am-11:05 pm
2 stops9h 35m
$379
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 5/6
8:35 am-10:58 am
Nonstop5h 23m
San Francisco
Tue 5/26
11:30 pm-9:57 am
1 stop7h 27m
$384
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 8/10
1:20 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Oakland
Tue 8/18
8:00 am-6:15 pm
1 stop7h 15m
$393
DetroitSan Jose
DTW - SJC
DTWSJC
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/2
6:08 pm-11:31 pm
1 stop8h 23m
San Jose
Wed 6/3
6:00 pm-5:49 am
1 stop8h 49m
$397
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DTW-zzXIH
DTW-OAK
DTW-SFO
DTW-STS
DTW-SJC
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $157). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in November is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 XIH?
Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 2, 2026.
A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 56% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on March 28, 2026.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday 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 Francisco Bay Area
Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 April 2, 2026.
The most flights from DTW to zzXIH are scheduled on a Monday (12 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 Francisco Bay Area
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 Francisco Bay Area. Reviews last updated April 2, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$107 | Average$259 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$150 | Average$246 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$157 | Average$302 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$529 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$288 | Average$430 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$397 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$440 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |