San Francisco Bay Area

$81+ 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
Mar 5 — Mar 121
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area

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 February 3, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 3/45:15 am
ORD
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SJC
2 stops38h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$190
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 3/411:51 am
ORD
-
SJC
2 stops31h 53m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$192
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/243:52 pm
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop9h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop8h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$207
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/48:20 am
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop11h 13m
Alaska Airlines
Thu 3/57:00 am
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop14h 59m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/3$210
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 3/36:02 pm
ORD
-
SJC
2 stops41h 37m
Frontier
Mon 3/98:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$217
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Mon 3/23:54 pm
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop9h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop7h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$219
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/31. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/187:21 pm
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop26h 04m
Frontier
Thu 4/236:57 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 1/31$222
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/303:52 pm
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop9h 03m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/610:21 am
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop6h 42m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/2$223
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:59 pm
ORD
-
OAK
1 stop16h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/116:55 pm
OAK
-
ORD
1 stop16h 18m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 2/1$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/83:29 pm
ORD
-
SJC
2 stops29h 33m
Frontier
Mon 4/1310:29 am
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop18h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 4/159:18 pm
ORD
-
SJC
1 stop22h 44m
Frontier
Sun 4/198:20 pm
SJC
-
ORD
1 stop8h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Fri 3/69:01 am
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop12h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/88:20 pm
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops35h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/1$234

Find 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 February 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$190
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$81
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$433
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-San Francisco flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-San Francisco flights.
From Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area
One-way flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($20 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in February 2026

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area that are best for you.

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ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

6:45 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Oakland

Tue 3/10

12:35 pm-9:34 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$237

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

3:54 pm-10:49 pm

1 stop8h 55m

Oakland

Sat 2/28

6:15 am-4:33 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$237

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

6:45 pm-11:51 pm

1 stop7h 06m

Oakland

Thu 3/5

5:55 am-6:01 pm

2 stops10h 06m

$242

ChicagoOakland

ORD - OAK

ORDOAK

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

5:25 am-4:12 pm

2 stops12h 47m

Oakland

Tue 3/10

4:49 pm-8:30 am

2 stops13h 41m

$247

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Sat 2/28

8:15 am-11:15 am

Nonstop5h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 3/7

5:15 am-11:10 am

Nonstop3h 55m

$250

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

6:25 am-9:27 am

Nonstop5h 02m

San Francisco

Mon 3/2

11:59 pm-6:19 am

Nonstop4h 20m

$250

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/23

5:37 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

2:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop7h 51m

$252

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/16

7:10 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 49m

San Francisco

Tue 3/17

5:50 am-4:43 pm

1 stop8h 53m

$252

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 3/1

5:37 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San Francisco

Tue 3/3

10:00 pm-8:41 am

1 stop8h 41m

$252

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 3/3

8:20 am-2:13 pm

1 stop7h 53m

San Jose

Tue 3/10

10:24 am-2:58 pm

1 stop26h 34m

$253

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $130). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 February 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 55% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan 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 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from USMI to zzXIH are scheduled on a Tuesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • How long is the flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area?

    Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest can get you from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in just under 5h. Your travel time can differ by up to 3h 55m. The distance between Michigan and San Francisco Bay Area is about 1849 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • 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 $71 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $86 and JetBlue from $119 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area (average of $130). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco Bay Area in December is currently the most expensive (average of $268). 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$126Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$294FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$134Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$158Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
JetBlueCheapest$259Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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