At DTW, security lines are typically short, with waits under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal.
$137+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (DTW - SFO)
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 9/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
Jun 17 — Jun 241
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from | $275 (Sun Country Air) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $137 (CheapOair) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | June |
Average price | $406 |
Good round-trip deal | $392 or less |
Good one-way deal | $300 or less |
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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 June 12, 2025.
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 June 12, 2025.
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/110:53 amDTW - SFO
1 stop15h 00mSun Country Air
Sun 8/1011:59 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/10![Sun Country Air logo]()
$275
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/512:16 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 43mJetBlue
Fri 9/128:25 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 33mJetBlue
Deal found 6/12![JetBlue logo]()
$276
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 8/268:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop17h 33mFrontier
Sat 8/3010:29 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 43mFrontier
Deal found 6/9![Frontier logo]()
$277
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 8/209:42 amDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 11mAmerican Airlines
Sun 8/2412:45 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11![American Airlines logo]()
$281
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/9. 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 7/256:06 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/289:30 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 6/9![United Airlines logo]()
$289
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 8/58:10 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 30mSouthwest
Mon 8/115:15 amSFO - DTW
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11![Southwest logo]()
$302
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 6/288:25 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mDelta
Sun 7/1311:40 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 28mDelta
Deal found 6/10![Delta logo]()
$319
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/266:15 amDTW - SFO
1 stop19h 38mMultiple Airlines
Sun 6/2911:59 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops28h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$394
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco that are best for you.
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DTW - SFO
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 8/1
10:53 am-10:53 pm
1 stop15h 00m
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Sun 8/10
11:59 pm-10:13 am
1 stop7h 14m
$275
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 9/5
12:16 pm-8:59 pm
1 stop11h 43m
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Fri 9/12
8:25 pm-9:58 am
1 stop10h 33m
$276
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 8/26
8:00 am-10:33 pm
1 stop17h 33m
San Francisco
Sat 8/30
10:29 pm-3:12 pm
1 stop13h 43m
$277
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 8/20
9:42 am-6:53 pm
1 stop12h 11m
San Francisco
Sun 8/24
12:45 am-10:51 am
1 stop7h 06m
$281
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 7/25
6:06 am-8:13 am
Nonstop5h 07m
San Francisco
Mon 7/28
9:30 pm-5:10 am
Nonstop4h 40m
$289
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 8/5
8:10 am-2:40 pm
1 stop9h 30m
San Francisco
Mon 8/11
5:15 am-6:05 pm
2 stops9h 50m
$302
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 6/28
8:25 pm-10:33 pm
Nonstop5h 08m
San Francisco
Sun 7/13
11:40 pm-7:08 am
Nonstop4h 28m
$319
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 6/20
11:27 am-10:53 pm
1 stop14h 26m
San Francisco
Tue 6/24
10:29 pm-11:23 am
1 stop9h 54m
$378
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 9/7
9:38 am-9:23 pm
1 stop14h 45m
$137
DetroitSan Francisco
DTW - SFO
DTWSFO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 8/6
1:02 pm-9:33 pm
1 stop11h 31m
$138
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.
The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 32 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $364). 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 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 June 12, 2025.
When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 20% versus a flight in the evening.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.
Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco
Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 June 12, 2025.
The most flights from DTW to SFO 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 (4 on average).
Rainfall in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San Francisco by month
Plan your trip to San Francisco by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).
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 June 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
Boarding
8.1
Comfort
7.8
Entertainment
7.1
Overall
8.0
Food
7.1
Crew
8.5
Reviews
1 / 20
10.0
ExcellentJames,Apr 2025
LAX - SFO
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$101 | Average$284 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$128 | Average$336 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time83% | |
| Cheapest$141 | Average$233 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$227 | Average$308 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$608 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$289 | Average$599 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$305 | Average$416 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$338 | Average$537 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% |