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$51+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 9/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals. Data was last updated July 31, 2025.

Round-trip from

$114
(Orbitz)

One-way from

$53
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$338
From Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:00 amORD - SJC
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/204:41 pmSJC - ORD
1 stop10h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$114
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/196:21 pmORD - OAK
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 8/276:00 amOAK - ORD
1 stop9h 15mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$126
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/187:40 pmDTW - OAK
1 stop14h 58mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/238:33 amOAK - DTW
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/29$137
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/306:45 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop6h 45mSpirit Airlines
Sat 9/66:35 amSJC - DTW
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/31$153
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 9/193:20 pmORD - SFO
1 stop10h 44mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 9/2411:30 amSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 37mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/30$204
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/63:19 pmORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 9/192:22 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 18mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/29$206
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Fri 9/511:10 amMDW - SFO
Nonstop4h 35mSouthwest
Tue 9/910:45 amSFO - MDW
Nonstop4h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 7/29$207
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Sat 8/237:00 amORD - SFO
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Sun 8/317:15 amSFO - ORD
1 stop8h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/31$208
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/151:39 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 00mMultiple Airlines
Wed 8/208:00 amSFO - ORD
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/28$215
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:18 amORD - SFO
Nonstop4h 46mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/2811:33 pmSFO - ORD
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/31$217
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 10/78:20 amORD - SFO
1 stop7h 41mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/810:26 amSFO - ORD
1 stop11h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/30$220
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Tue 10/148:20 amORD - SJC
1 stop27h 37mAlaska Airlines
Wed 10/151:30 pmSJC - ORD
1 stop8h 29mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/31$224

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

San Francisco Bay Area

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/19

6:00 am-3:46 pm

1 stop11h 46m

San Jose

Wed 8/20

4:41 pm-4:50 am

1 stop10h 09m

$114

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 9/3

6:21 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Oakland

Sat 9/6

10:56 am-9:32 pm

2 stops8h 36m

$130

DetroitOakland

DTW - OAK

DTWOAK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

7:40 pm-7:38 am

1 stop14h 58m

Oakland

Tue 9/23

8:33 am-6:39 pm

1 stop7h 06m

$137

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

6:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

San Jose

Sat 9/6

6:35 am-7:45 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$153

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 9/19

3:20 pm-12:04 am

1 stop10h 44m

San Francisco

Tue 9/30

2:42 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 21m

$204

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

3:19 pm-6:01 pm

Nonstop4h 42m

San Francisco

Fri 9/19

2:22 pm-8:40 pm

Nonstop4h 18m

$206

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/5

11:10 am-1:45 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 9/9

10:45 am-4:55 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

$207

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/23

7:00 am-11:20 am

1 stop6h 20m

San Francisco

Sun 8/31

7:15 am-5:55 pm

1 stop8h 40m

$208

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 8/15

1:39 pm-7:39 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-4:50 am

1 stop18h 50m

$215

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 9/25

7:18 am-10:04 am

Nonstop4h 46m

San Francisco

Sun 9/28

11:33 pm-5:55 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$217

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 XIH?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.

When flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to zzXIH are scheduled on a Thursday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 July 31, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,900 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $53 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $90 and Hawaiian Airlines from $103 one-way.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $276). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in June is currently the most expensive (average of $358). 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 8 airlines flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$101Average$317FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$135Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$538FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$314Average$481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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