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$100+ Cheap flights from Michigan to San Francisco (SFO)

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DTW — SFO
Aug 5 — Aug 121
Tue 8/5
Tue 8/12
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San Francisco

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

Round-trip from

$204
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$100
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$394 or less

Good one-way deal

$323 or less
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 31, 2025.

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 Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/161:39 pmORD - SFO
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Sat 8/2310:29 pmSFO - ORD
1 stop10h 10mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$234
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/274:56 pmGRR - SFO
1 stop8h 37mFrontier
Sat 8/3010:29 pmSFO - GRR
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$238
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/1211:39 amMDW - SFO
1 stop11h 08mFrontier
Wed 8/1311:30 pmSFO - MDW
1 stop11h 59mFrontier
Deal found 7/31$238
This Trip.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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/131:13 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop13h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 9/205:50 amSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/30$255
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/43:42 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 39mFrontier
Sat 10/1110:29 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop14h 14mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$257

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated July 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

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

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

8:20 am-2:01 pm

1 stop7h 41m

San Francisco

Wed 10/8

10:26 am-11:59 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$220

ChicagoSan Francisco

ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/16

9:08 am-10:25 am

1 stop27h 17m

San Francisco

Sat 8/23

6:34 am-11:39 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$234

Grand RapidsSan Francisco

GRR - SFO

GRRSFO

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Wed 8/27

4:56 pm-10:33 pm

1 stop8h 37m

San Francisco

Sat 8/30

10:29 pm-11:12 am

1 stop9h 43m

$238

ChicagoSan Francisco

MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Tue 8/12

11:39 am-8:47 pm

1 stop11h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 8/13

11:30 pm-1:29 pm

1 stop11h 59m

$238

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Michigan to San Francisco as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Michigan to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 July 31, 2025.

The most flights from USMI 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 (1 on average).

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 July 31, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Michigan to San Francisco to help guide your decision. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San Francisco from Michigan?

    San Francisco (SFO) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco. It is only a 11.8 mi journey from San Francisco (SFO) to San Francisco’s city center.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Michigan to San Francisco are Southwest ($100), Hawaiian Airlines ($103), and Sun Country Air ($108).

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to San Francisco?

    The most popular flight routes from Michigan to San Francisco are Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco, Chicago Midway - San Francisco and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Michigan to San Francisco?

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Michigan, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (92%), ITA Airways (90%), KLM( 85%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Michigan to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Michigan to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $656, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $182. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Francisco), is priced around $197.

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

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

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

    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.

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Michigan to San Francisco 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

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to San Francisco. 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$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$128Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$135Average$241FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$261Average$477FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$281Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$289Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$333Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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