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$87+ Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose, CA (DTT - 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
Feb 28 — Mar 71
Sat 2/28
Sat 3/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 29, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/59:01 am
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop11h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/98:20 pm
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops11h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/177:11 pm
DTW
-
SJC
2 stops41h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:42 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop29h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/186:14 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop18h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:42 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop29h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/197:15 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop15h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/237:42 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop29h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/127:07 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop17h 18m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/167:42 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop29h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/28$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sun 3/17:15 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop16h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/88:20 pm
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops35h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$235
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/318:18 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop6h 40m
Delta
Tue 4/76:25 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop9h 29m
Delta
Deal found 1/27$247
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/187:30 am
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 47m
American Airlines
Wed 2/257:15 pm
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops11h 10m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/26$252
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/185:55 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop9h 04m
Delta
Tue 3/247:15 am
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop10h 30m
Delta
Deal found 1/28$257

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Jose (SJC). 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 January 29, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$87
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$300
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit 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 January 29, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Jose that are best for you.

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DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/31

8:18 pm-11:58 pm

1 stop6h 40m

San Jose

Tue 4/7

6:25 pm-6:54 am

1 stop9h 29m

$247

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

5:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Jose

Sat 3/21

6:25 pm-6:54 am

1 stop9h 29m

$257

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/24

4:05 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop8h 57m

San Jose

Fri 3/27

9:15 am-8:40 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$316

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

5:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Jose

Sun 3/22

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$316

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

5:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Jose

Wed 3/25

6:25 pm-6:54 am

1 stop9h 29m

$316

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/15

7:07 pm-9:25 am

1 stop17h 18m

San Jose

Sun 3/22

8:12 pm-4:35 am

1 stop29h 23m

$324

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/19

6:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop9h 19m

San Jose

Thu 3/26

1:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 24m

$375

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/31

3:35 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop9h 10m

San Jose

Sun 4/5

10:55 pm-9:50 am

1 stop7h 55m

$383

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

5:20 am-12:39 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Jose

Wed 3/25

10:50 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$401

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

12:15 pm-5:02 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$124

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to San Jose in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-San Jose, California flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-San Jose, California flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-San Jose, California flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-San Jose, California flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Detroit-San Jose, California flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of $130). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Jose, California?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated January 29, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,127 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,206 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,394 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,267 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San Jose. 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 Detroit to San Jose, California?

    For as low as $247, Delta can have you in San Jose, California from Detroit in 6h 40m. There are 2056 mi between Detroit and San Jose, California.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose, California round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San Jose, California, with prices starting at $130. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $157 and $216, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 67% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $79. Frontier flights start at $90 while deals on American Airlines start at $138 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of $130). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of $296). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit 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 January 29, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$157Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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