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$98+ Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose (DTT - SJC)

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DTT — SJC
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$196
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$128
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$338

Good round-trip deal

$575 or less

Good one-way deal

$282 or less
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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 September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/293:42 pmDTW - SJC
2 stops22h 03mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/238:00 amDTW - SJC
2 stops29h 45mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$203
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/2911:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop7h 06mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/2810:29 pmDTW - SJC
2 stops15h 16mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Wed 9/2411:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/3011:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/2411:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Mon 9/293:42 pmDTW - SJC
2 stops31h 18mMultiple Airlines
Fri 10/36:35 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop10h 04mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$230
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:10 amDTW - SJC
1 stop10h 04mFrontier
Thu 10/22:14 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 32mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 9/2311:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop11h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/249:19 pmDTW - SJC
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/111:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop14h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$234

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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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Jose that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

5:59 pm-9:31 pm

1 stop6h 32m

San Jose

Mon 10/20

7:35 pm-6:28 am

1 stop7h 53m

$299

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

8:46 am-12:50 pm

1 stop7h 04m

San Jose

Sat 10/11

1:15 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 44m

$299

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

4:00 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop9h 55m

San Jose

Thu 10/9

6:35 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$299

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

6:30 pm-10:55 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San Jose

Thu 10/9

6:35 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$299

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

12:16 pm-7:13 pm

1 stop9h 57m

San Jose

Sat 10/11

6:59 pm-5:44 am

1 stop7h 45m

$307

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

4:23 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop9h 27m

San Jose

Thu 10/9

6:35 am-4:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$307

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/18

6:10 am-1:14 pm

1 stop10h 04m

San Jose

Thu 9/25

2:14 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 32m

$309

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/10

6:00 am-11:32 am

1 stop8h 32m

San Jose

Mon 10/13

12:35 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 24m

$313

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/26

6:10 am-11:30 am

1 stop8h 20m

San Jose

Sun 10/5

12:26 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops23h 20m

$315

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/25

11:54 am-5:45 pm

2 stops32h 51m

San Jose

Sun 9/28

12:26 pm-12:46 am

1 stop9h 20m

$350

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Jose. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit to San Jose is 46 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Detroit to San Jose 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 DTT to SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit 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 September 11, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Detroit to San Jose by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to San Jose?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to San Jose 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
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
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit to San Jose?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Detroit to San Jose in about 6h 32m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . The distance from Detroit to San Jose is about 2056 mi.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($142), Frontier ($144), and American Airlines ($216) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to San Jose. Spirit Airlines is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to San Jose?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to San Jose on time: Air France (91%), KLM (80%), Delta (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    On average you can expect to pay $584 for a flight from Detroit to San Jose. The cheapest flight overall is $145 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Jose) is currently priced at $230.

  • 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?

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  • 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?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Detroit to San Jose 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 6 airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose

Discover the top 6 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$142Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$200FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$449FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$238Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$469FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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