$141+ 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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
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Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in August or September, booked 74 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday
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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 June 12, 2025.
Round-trip from | $352 (FlightHub) |
|---|---|
One-way from | $141 (KAYAK) |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $676 |
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San JoséExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
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Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Price
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 7/20
8:25 pm-10:29 am
1 stop16h 04m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 7/29
12:16 pm-12:28 am
1 stop10h 12m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 7/19
5:11 am-10:29 am
1 stop7h 18m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 7/26
7:30 am-12:12 am
1 stop14h 42m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 9/8
8:28 pm-11:18 am
1 stop16h 50m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 7/9
5:30 am-11:35 pm
2 stops20h 05m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/2
10:35 am-10:25 pm
1 stop12h 50m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 11/22
7:45 pm-8:01 am
2 stops13h 16m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/2
11:15 am-7:30 pm
2 stops9h 15m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 11/30
5:51 pm-11:25 am
2 stops18h 34m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 11/22
12:25 pm-10:15 pm
1 stop10h 50m
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 12/2
8:25 am-3:40 pm
3 stops32h 15m
Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San José
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Cheapflights Insights
Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to San José
How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province?
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 June 9, 2025.
The best time to book flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province is 74 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, San José Province?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Detroit to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 June 12, 2025.
Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 33% on flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets in the evening.
Rainfall in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.
Temperature in San José by month
Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).
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 June 12, 2025.
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Thomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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Thomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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Thomas,Mar 2025
SFO - TPE
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$284 | Average$436 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$529 | Average$744 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$617 | Average$785 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$618 | Average$859 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$700 | Average$957 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |