$189+ Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco (DTT - SFO)
This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SFO
Oct 6 — Oct 131
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San FranciscoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 6, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 6, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 11/1310:28 pm -
2 stops15h 49m
Sat 11/213:30 pm -
1 stop12h 26m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$328
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/158:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1811:22 am -
2 stops49h 12m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/148:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1811:22 am -
2 stops49h 12m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/157:00 am -
1 stop19h 52m
Tue 10/2010:40 am -
2 stops16h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$331
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 37m
Fri 11/66:02 am -
1 stop6h 32m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Sat 11/217:25 am -
2 stops10h 31m
Fri 11/2711:41 am -
1 stop9h 15m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/186:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Sat 9/267:11 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/168:35 pm -
1 stop17h 30m
Sun 10/1810:14 pm -
1 stop10h 42m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/238:35 pm -
2 stops14h 38m
Wed 10/287:14 pm -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$336
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:00 am -
2 stops12h 33m
Thu 10/88:58 am -
2 stops11h 57m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/77:08 am -
1 stop20h 06m
Sun 10/1111:59 pm -
1 stop30h 54m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Mon 9/218:35 pm -
1 stop17h 12m
Thu 9/246:04 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$339
Best flights from Detroit to San FranciscoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2310:46 am -
1 stop7h 49m
Wed 9/3010:40 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2512:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Mon 9/286:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 9/2![Delta logo]()
$419
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Fri 10/231:35 pm -
2 stops11h 14m
Tue 10/277:11 pm -
1 stop7h 29m
Deal found 9/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$464
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/257:40 pm -
Nonstop5h 09m
Fri 10/210:42 pm -
1 stop7h 46m
Deal found 9/2![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 11/127:26 am -
1 stop7h 24m
Sun 11/1511:00 pm -
Nonstop4h 42m
Deal found 9/1![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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.
Sat 9/2612:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Sun 10/46:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$439
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/307:40 pm -
Nonstop5h 09m
Mon 10/511:10 pm -
1 stop7h 50m
Deal found 9/3![United Airlines logo]()
$389
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/168:35 pm -
Nonstop5h 03m
Thu 11/51:30 pm -
Nonstop4h 30m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/14:19 pm -
Nonstop4h 50m
Sun 10/46:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 9/2412:15 pm -
Nonstop4h 51m
Sun 9/276:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 9/1![Delta logo]()
$459
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 9/247:50 pm -
Nonstop4h 59m
Mon 9/286:00 am -
Nonstop4h 29m
Deal found 9/5![Delta logo]()
$469
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/158:35 pm -
Nonstop5h 03m
Fri 11/66:20 am -
1 stop21h 08m
Deal found 9/3![Delta logo]()
$487
Last-minute flights from Detroit to San FranciscoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco. Data last updated September 6, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/136:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Wed 9/306:04 am -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$333
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/176:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Sat 9/196:04 am -
1 stop6h 24m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$340
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 9/186:00 am -
1 stop12h 46m
Sat 9/267:11 pm -
1 stop6h 44m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$334
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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.
Mon 9/218:35 pm -
1 stop17h 12m
Thu 9/246:04 am -
2 stops12h 28m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$339
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/36:00 am -
2 stops12h 33m
Thu 10/88:58 am -
2 stops11h 57m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$337
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/77:08 am -
1 stop20h 06m
Sun 10/1111:59 pm -
1 stop30h 54m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$338
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/148:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1811:22 am -
2 stops49h 12m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$330
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/158:35 pm -
1 stop6h 40m
Sun 10/1811:22 am -
2 stops49h 12m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$329
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/157:00 am -
1 stop19h 52m
Tue 10/2010:40 am -
2 stops16h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$331
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 10/168:35 pm -
1 stop17h 30m
Sun 10/1810:14 pm -
1 stop10h 42m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$335
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/196:00 am -
1 stop7h 37m
Fri 11/66:02 am -
1 stop6h 32m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$332
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/238:35 pm -
2 stops14h 38m
Wed 10/287:14 pm -
1 stop6h 41m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$336
One-way flights from Detroit to San FranciscoSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Francisco. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Thu 12/36:16 pm -
2 stops18h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/246:00 am -
2 stops11h 25m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$190
This Jetabroad deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Jetabroad is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/157:15 am -
1 stop10h 14m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$191
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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.
Tue 10/136:00 am -
2 stops14h 03m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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.
Fri 10/96:51 pm -
2 stops26h 04m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/127:08 am -
1 stop30h 57m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/3![Frontier logo]()
$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/2. 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 12/21:15 pm -
2 stops14h 26m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/2![Frontier logo]()
$195
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/4. 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 10/28:35 pm -
2 stops16h 47m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/4![Frontier logo]()
$197
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/5. 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 10/110:29 pm -
2 stops24h 10m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/5![Frontier logo]()
$199
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/1. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/148:35 pm -
1 stop6h 39m
Wed 12/3112:00 am -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 9/1![Frontier logo]()
$200
Find flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $328 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $189 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | May |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $429 |
Good round-trip deal | $379 or less |
Good one-way deal | $312 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Francisco 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Francisco that are best for you.
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Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/10
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$214
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 11/1
4:28 pm-8:52 am
2 stops19h 24m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$241
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 10/22
5:55 am-1:05 pm
2 stops10h 10m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$260
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/3
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$269
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 10/13
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$269
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/23
12:56 pm-9:39 pm
2 stops11h 43m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$305
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 9/23
7:18 pm-9:27 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$315
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 10/5
7:41 pm-9:50 pm
Nonstop5h 09m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 10/12
7:00 am-9:11 am
Nonstop5h 11m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SFO San Francisco
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/1
8:25 am-10:55 am
Nonstop5h 30m
San Francisco
Wed 12/31
12:00 am-3:00 am
Nonstop0h 00m
$319
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Compare providers for flights from Detroit to San Francisco
Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco in September.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of $402). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of $505). 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 DTT to SFO?
Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 6, 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to San Francisco in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 49% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.
How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco?
Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Detroit to San Francisco flights typically cost between $359 and $712 in November.The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $328 on Frontier (Nov 13-Nov 21).
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Francisco?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to San Francisco chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to San Francisco on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Francisco?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $155.
What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to San Francisco?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to San Francisco, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 20m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to San Francisco?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to San Francisco, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 11m.
How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco?
Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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. Reviews last updated September 6, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit to San Francisco. 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.
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
Comfort
8.0
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentWalter,May 2026
LAS - BUR
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$183 | Average$299 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$259 | Average$366 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$419 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$411 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$308 | Average$437 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$349 | Average$577 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |