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$79+ Cheap flights from Michigan to San Jose, CA (SJC)

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJC
Jan 20 — Jan 271
Tue 1/20
Tue 1/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San Jose

Cheapest flights from Michigan to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 21, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Wed 12/241:45 pmSBN - SJC
1 stop8h 23mDelta
Tue 1/610:45 pmSJC - SBN
1 stop9h 19mDelta
Deal found 12/18$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/268:39 amORD - SJC
1 stop7h 37mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/296:15 amSJC - ORD
1 stop8h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/20$546
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/206:02 pmORD - SJC
1 stop22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/1911:14 amSJC - ORD
2 stops33h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$574
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Mon 12/295:45 amMDW - SJC
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Fri 1/26:30 amSJC - MDW
1 stop7h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 12/19$612
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/252:15 pmORD - SJC
1 stop7h 41mDelta
Thu 1/16:35 amSJC - ORD
1 stop7h 46mDelta
Deal found 12/18$612
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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.
Mon 12/297:36 amORD - SJC
1 stop7h 35mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/19:56 amSJC - ORD
1 stop12h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/20$614
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/203:37 pmORD - SJC
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Tue 1/209:05 amSJC - ORD
1 stop12h 45mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$621
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 12/2412:20 pmDTW - SJC
2 stops33h 28mFrontier
Sun 1/43:27 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop12h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/20$627
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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 12/205:50 pmORD - SJC
2 stops27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/1811:14 amSJC - ORD
1 stop7h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/19$630
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/19. 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.
Sat 12/208:39 amORD - SJC
1 stop7h 31mAlaska Airlines
Sat 1/107:00 amSJC - ORD
1 stop14h 37mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/19$631
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/253:37 pmORD - SJC
1 stop9h 02mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/2912:15 pmSJC - ORD
1 stop9h 44mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/18$632
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/243:33 pmORD - SJC
1 stop10h 26mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/811:27 amSJC - ORD
1 stop8h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/20$636

Find flight deals from Michigan to San Jose

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to San Jose flight deals. Data was last updated December 21, 2025.

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3 stars

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$72
(Trip.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$733
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan to San Jose 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 December 21, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San Jose that are best for you.

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ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 3/13

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Jose

Sun 3/15

8:00 am-11:56 pm

1 stop13h 56m

$242

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

7:00 am-8:00 pm

1 stop15h 00m

San Jose

Thu 2/26

10:16 am-4:33 pm

1 stop28h 17m

$242

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/31

8:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop8h 42m

San Jose

Thu 2/5

6:15 am-5:10 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$242

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/28

8:00 am-5:08 pm

1 stop11h 08m

San Jose

Mon 2/2

3:36 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop23h 34m

$242

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

8:20 am-6:37 pm

1 stop12h 17m

San Jose

Sun 3/1

8:00 am-12:01 pm

1 stop26h 01m

$252

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 1/10

9:00 am-6:45 pm

1 stop11h 45m

San Jose

Wed 1/14

9:05 am-11:50 pm

1 stop12h 45m

$262

ChicagoSan Jose

ORD - SJC

ORDSJC

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 1/14

3:44 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop22h 25m

San Jose

Tue 1/20

12:46 pm-2:29 pm

1 stop23h 43m

$262

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

8:30 am-5:40 pm

1 stop12h 10m

San Jose

Fri 1/23

11:40 am-6:30 am

1 stop15h 50m

$263

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

8:30 am-5:40 pm

1 stop12h 10m

San Jose

Sat 1/24

7:45 am-6:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

$263

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

7:45 pm-10:57 am

1 stop18h 12m

San Jose

Tue 1/27

7:45 am-6:30 am

1 stop19h 45m

$263

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San Jose

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to San Jose, California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Jose, California (average of $130). Flying from Michigan to San Jose, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 21, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Michigan to San Jose, California is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Michigan to San Jose, California?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to San Jose. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan to San Jose, California flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to San Jose. 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 Jose from Michigan?

    Located just 2.9 mi from the city center, San Jose (SJC) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San Jose from Michigan.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to San Jose, California?

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines, Delta, and American Airlines fly from Michigan to San Jose, California in about 9h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 20m. There are 1943 mi between Michigan and San Jose, California. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Michigan to San Jose, California one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $90 and $119 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to San Jose, California?

    While some choose either Chicago Midway - San Jose or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Jose, Chicago O'Hare Intl - San Jose is the most popular route from Michigan to San Jose, California.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Michigan to San Jose 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 Jose, California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San Jose, California (average of $130). Flying from Michigan to San Jose, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $216). 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 6 airlines flying from Michigan to San Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Michigan to San Jose. 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 December 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$157Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$256Average$517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$316Average$461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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