$183+ 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 8/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
Jun 21 — Jun 281
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 May 22, 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 May 22, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 7/241:19 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 04m
Frontier
Fri 7/319:39 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 7/26:30 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop15h 56m
Frontier
Sun 7/59:39 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop11h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$294
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/148:30 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop29h 00m
Frontier
Fri 7/179:39 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$304
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 28m
Frontier
Fri 6/129:43 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop23h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$306
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/68:30 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop28h 55m
Frontier
Thu 7/99:39 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$307
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/41:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Tue 6/167:17 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/51:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 8/211:22 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 00m
Frontier
Sun 8/237:12 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$314
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 10/148:51 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop26h 32m
Frontier
Tue 10/207:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
2 stops25h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/187:45 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Wed 8/266:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18![Frontier logo]()
$318
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/51:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop25h 27m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop27h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$319
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 May 22, 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 May 22, 2026.
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/298:30 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 57m
Delta
Tue 8/410:59 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/18![Delta logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 7/98:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Sun 7/1211:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop7h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21![Southwest logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/197:18 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 09m
United Airlines
Sat 8/2212:35 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop7h 52m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/17![United Airlines logo]()
$399
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Thu 11/125:11 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop9h 55m
American Airlines
Mon 11/1612:38 pm
STS
- DTW
1 stop7h 12m
American Airlines
Deal found 5/20![American Airlines logo]()
$477
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/257:01 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop8h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 8/265:34 pm
STS
- DTW
1 stop8h 52m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/18![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$512
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 8/198:40 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop4h 55m
Delta
Sun 8/235:36 am
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 29m
Delta
Deal found 5/17![Delta logo]()
$349
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 8/241:20 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 05m
Southwest
Sat 8/295:10 am
OAK
- DTW
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21![Southwest logo]()
$398
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/148:15 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 36m
Delta
Sun 8/1612:33 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop8h 26m
Delta
Deal found 5/18![Delta logo]()
$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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.
Fri 6/196:34 am
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 6/279:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/18![United Airlines logo]()
$429
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/157:50 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Sun 7/1911:40 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20![Southwest logo]()
$409
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 7/227:00 am
DTW
- OAK
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Tue 7/285:05 pm
OAK
- DTW
2 stops12h 49m
Delta
Deal found 5/22![Delta logo]()
$374
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/35:29 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 08m
United Airlines
Sun 6/79:30 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 5/20![United Airlines logo]()
$463
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 7/157:50 pm
DTW
- SJC
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Tue 7/211:10 pm
SJC
- DTW
2 stops7h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$422
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 10/275:53 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/287:51 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop18h 06m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/22![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$526
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 7/87:50 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 20m
Southwest
Tue 7/1410:25 am
SFO
- DTW
2 stops10h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21![Southwest logo]()
$424
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 8/128:25 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 17m
Delta
Mon 8/172:21 pm
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 32m
Delta
Deal found 5/19![Delta logo]()
$434
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 11/125:43 pm
DTW
- STS
2 stops23h 39m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 11/163:57 pm
STS
- DTW
2 stops21h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 5/19![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$529
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/228:30 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Fri 7/102:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20![Southwest logo]()
$438
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 7/2212:15 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 02m
Delta
Tue 7/285:40 am
SFO
- DTW
Nonstop4h 29m
Delta
Deal found 5/20![Delta logo]()
$474
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/168:10 pm
DTW
- OAK
2 stops15h 55m
Southwest
Sun 6/215:05 am
OAK
- DTW
1 stop9h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$439
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 6/198:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Delta
Sun 6/217:23 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop6h 56m
Delta
Deal found 5/22![Delta logo]()
$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 6/65:20 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop8h 15m
Southwest
Tue 6/911:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/22![Southwest logo]()
$449
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/178:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Delta
Wed 6/245:55 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 46m
Delta
Deal found 5/21![Delta logo]()
$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/17. 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 7/75:35 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Wed 7/1510:40 am
SJC
- DTW
2 stops8h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/17![Southwest logo]()
$463
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/198:25 pm
DTW
- SFO
Nonstop5h 03m
Delta
Wed 6/245:55 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 46m
Delta
Deal found 5/21![Delta logo]()
$484
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 8/246:20 am
DTW
- STS
1 stop8h 55m
Southwest
Sat 8/2912:45 pm
STS
- DTW
1 stop6h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21![Southwest logo]()
$477
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/107:01 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Mon 6/151:40 pm
SJC
- DTW
1 stop7h 31m
Delta
Deal found 5/20![Delta logo]()
$502
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/37:40 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Sat 6/611:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/20![Southwest logo]()
$478
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/24:00 pm
DTW
- OAK
2 stops10h 57m
Delta
Sat 6/612:28 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop8h 39m
Delta
Deal found 5/21![Delta logo]()
$519
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 6/91:15 pm
DTW
- OAK
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Wed 6/1712:10 pm
OAK
- DTW
2 stops8h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 5/22![Southwest logo]()
$489
Last-minute flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay AreaDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated May 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Data last updated May 22, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 5/301:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:45 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 37m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/21:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Fri 6/56:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 28m
Frontier
Fri 6/129:43 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop23h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$305
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/37:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$306
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/31:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Sat 6/66:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/41:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Fri 6/129:43 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$290
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/41:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Tue 6/167:17 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$310
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/41:59 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop8h 58m
Frontier
Mon 6/159:43 pm
SFO
- DTW
1 stop12h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$321
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/51:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Thu 6/116:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$312
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/51:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop25h 27m
Frontier
Mon 6/86:00 am
SFO
- DTW
1 stop27h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 6/167:01 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop8h 04m
Delta
Tue 6/237:10 pm
SJC
- DTW
1 stop7h 09m
Delta
Deal found 5/19![Delta logo]()
$417
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 6/238:10 pm
DTW
- OAK
2 stops15h 55m
Southwest
Thu 7/92:55 pm
OAK
- DTW
1 stop6h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 5/21![Southwest logo]()
$380
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 May 22, 2026.
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/156:10 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop16h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/18![Frontier logo]()
$183
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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.
Wed 5/277:45 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$184
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/207:00 am
DTW
- OAK
1 stop7h 46m
Delta
Deal found 5/19![Delta logo]()
$185
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 6/198:30 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 40m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$185
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 5/281:20 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop14h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/274:27 pm
DTW
- OAK
2 stops10h 24m
Delta
Deal found 5/18![Delta logo]()
$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/18. 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 8/151:10 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop10h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/18![Southwest logo]()
$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 7/77:40 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop7h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/22. 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 5/307:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop19h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 5/22![Frontier logo]()
$193
This deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/21. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/57:55 am
DTW
- SFO
1 stop6h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 5/21![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/19. 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 7/318:51 am
DTW
- SJC
1 stop7h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 5/19![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/20. 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 6/158:01 pm
DTW
- SFO
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/20![Frontier logo]()
$195
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 May 22, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $290 (Frontier) |
One-way from | $183 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | November |
Cheapest in | July |
Average price | $459 |
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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 May 22, 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.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/29
8:30 am-10:27 am
Nonstop4h 57m
San Francisco
Tue 8/4
10:59 pm-6:30 am
Nonstop4h 31m
$349
Quickest round-trip
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 8/19
8:40 am-10:35 am
Nonstop4h 55m
San Francisco
Sun 8/23
5:36 am-1:05 pm
Nonstop4h 29m
$349
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/9
8:30 pm-12:10 am
1 stop6h 40m
Oakland
Sun 7/12
11:55 pm-10:05 am
1 stop7h 10m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 8/14
8:15 pm-11:51 pm
1 stop6h 36m
Oakland
Sun 8/16
12:33 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop8h 26m
$369
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/22
7:00 am-11:46 am
1 stop7h 46m
Oakland
Tue 7/28
5:05 pm-8:54 am
2 stops12h 49m
$374
DetroitOakland
DTW - OAK
DTWOAK
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 8/24
1:20 pm-6:25 pm
1 stop8h 05m
Oakland
Sat 8/29
5:10 am-4:00 pm
2 stops7h 50m
$398
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 8/19
7:18 pm-9:27 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
San Francisco
Sat 8/22
12:35 am-11:27 am
1 stop7h 52m
$399
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/15
7:50 pm-12:10 am
1 stop7h 20m
San Francisco
Sun 7/19
11:40 pm-10:05 am
1 stop7h 25m
$409
DetroitSan Jose
DTW - SJC
DTWSJC
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/15
7:50 pm-11:25 pm
1 stop6h 35m
San Jose
Tue 7/21
1:10 pm-12:05 am
2 stops7h 55m
$422
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/8
7:50 pm-12:10 am
1 stop7h 20m
San Francisco
Tue 7/14
10:25 am-12:05 am
2 stops10h 40m
$424
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area
DTW-zzXIH
DTW-OAK
DTW-SJC
DTW-STS
DTW-SFO
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $103). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area in November is currently the most expensive (average of $257). 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 May 22, 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 54% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.
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 May 22, 2026.
The most flights from DTW to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).
How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area?
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Bay Area, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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 May 16, 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.
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 May 22, 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.
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Comfort
8.0
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. 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 May 22, 2026.
| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$107 | Average$275 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$155 | Average$247 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$157 | Average$293 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$216 | Average$528 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$410 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$296 | Average$469 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$306 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |