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$121+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to San José (SJO)

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 11/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in September or August, booked 18 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 15mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/14$237
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Mon 11/38:05 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop17h 20mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/121:30 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/14$250
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Tue 11/43:12 pmDTW - SJO
3 stops21h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/111:30 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops19h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/14$275
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Tue 11/46:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/111:30 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops19h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$281
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/13. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop10h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/181:30 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop9h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/13$287

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San José (SJO). 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 October 16, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$237
(Expedia)

One-way from

$121
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$377
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San José 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 October 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San José that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

9:39 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/18

1:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$273

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

7:00 am-11:39 am

3 stops29h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

1:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$276

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

8:50 pm-11:30 am

2 stops16h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

12:34 pm-9:19 am

2 stops19h 45m

$313

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

8:05 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop17h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/17

1:30 pm-11:56 am

1 stop21h 26m

$329

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

6:29 pm-11:30 am

1 stop19h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/6

4:08 am-6:12 pm

2 stops13h 04m

$412

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

9:39 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops15h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/22

1:20 pm-9:26 am

2 stops19h 06m

$437

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

5:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops15h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

8:45 am-8:35 pm

2 stops9h 50m

$550

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

7:00 am-3:17 pm

1 stop9h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/17

7:48 pm-5:36 pm

2 stops20h 48m

$554

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/14

8:00 am-8:30 pm

2 stops13h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 12/19

9:00 am-11:20 pm

2 stops13h 20m

$597

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/28

6:25 am-7:30 pm

2 stops14h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 3/7

12:25 pm-12:10 am

2 stops10h 45m

$622

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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 José in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice 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 José flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-San José 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 José flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San José. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit to San José is 18 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 José?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San José (average of $159). Flying from Detroit to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 32% on flights from Detroit to San José by exploring options for tickets at noon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to San José?

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated October 16, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to San José, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,978 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,096 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,240 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San José. 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 José?

    A quick flight from Detroit to San José can take about 15h 46m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $273. Airlines will cover a distance of 2226 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to San José is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $275 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $573 and $597 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 47% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San José 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 José?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San José (average of $159). Flying from Detroit to San José in December is currently the most expensive (average of $372). 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 José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San José. 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$275Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$573Average$735FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$597Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$621Average$842FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$706Average$945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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