San Jose

$139+ 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 5/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
Apr 16 — Apr 231
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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 March 17, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/298:07 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:22 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop30h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$280
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/144:55 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop19h 33m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 4/2110:22 am
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop16h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/15$317
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/2610:27 pm
DTW
-
SJC
2 stops24h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/48:22 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop30h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$318
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/14. 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 5/278:07 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop20h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/112:57 pm
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops20h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/14$347
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/236:50 am
DTW
-
SJC
2 stops14h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/278:22 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop30h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/12$351
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 5/59:18 pm
DTW
-
SJC
2 stops41h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1412:57 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop15h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$357
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:14 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 5/49:42 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop29h 02m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/12$360
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/17. 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 4/298:07 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop25h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 5/16:39 pm
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop9h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$362
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/295:14 pm
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 5/207:06 am
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops19h 43m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 3/13$365

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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 March 17, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$280
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$139
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$530
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-San Jose flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit (DTT)-San Jose flights.
From Detroit (DTT) to San Jose
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to San Jose
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($95 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($23 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2026

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

6:00 am-1:44 pm

2 stops10h 44m

San Jose

Mon 5/11

10:21 am-11:25 pm

2 stops10h 04m

$429

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

5:14 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop8h 21m

San Jose

Wed 4/29

9:38 am-5:44 am

2 stops17h 06m

$430

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/20

7:45 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Jose

Tue 5/26

5:50 am-4:27 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$447

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

3:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San Jose

Wed 5/13

11:25 am-11:05 pm

2 stops8h 40m

$467

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/6

6:30 am-10:20 am

1 stop6h 50m

San Jose

Sat 4/11

10:55 pm-9:45 am

1 stop7h 50m

$477
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

7:45 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

San Jose

Mon 6/8

10:56 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 34m

$477

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/23

7:09 am-1:50 pm

1 stop9h 41m

San Jose

Mon 4/27

8:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop29h 14m

$481

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/1

3:00 pm-9:35 pm

2 stops9h 35m

San Jose

Mon 6/8

2:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$482

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

5:50 am-1:55 pm

2 stops11h 05m

San Jose

Mon 6/8

12:30 pm-11:55 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$487
Cheapest one-way

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-2:08 pm

2 stops11h 08m

$195

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 March.
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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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of $157). 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 March 17, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andSpirit 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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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.

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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, California?

    For as low as $447, Alaska Airlines can have you in San Jose, California from Detroit in 4h 55m. There are 2056 mi between Detroit and San Jose, California. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • 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 $157. 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 61% 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 $87. 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, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of $157). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$157Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$157Average$215FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$289Average$476FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$341Average$463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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