$158+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 8/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Jun 4 — Jun 111
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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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 May 5, 2026.
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 May 5, 2026.
This Travelocity deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Travelocity is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/412:30 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 50m
Frontier
Thu 7/169:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3![Frontier logo]()
$364
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2512:37 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 43m
Frontier
Sat 8/19:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2![Frontier logo]()
$378
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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.
Wed 9/212:35 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 45m
Frontier
Sun 9/69:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4![Frontier logo]()
$404
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/212:02 pm
DTW
- SJO
2 stops44h 18m
Frontier
Sun 7/269:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4![Frontier logo]()
$444
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/106:00 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop8h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 8/241:21 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop8h 29m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$447
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 8/307:25 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Thu 9/39:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 5/4![Frontier logo]()
$477
Best flights from Detroit to San JoséDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 5, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San José that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated May 5, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/18:45 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops11h 55m
Southwest
Mon 9/149:00 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops11h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 4/30![Southwest logo]()
$575
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/76:30 am
DTW
- SJO
3 stops34h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/174:00 pm
SJO
- DTW
3 stops27h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$607
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 11/16:15 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop28h 50m
Air Canada
Fri 11/68:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop8h 01m
Air Canada
Deal found 5/4![Air Canada logo]()
$638
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/236:55 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Thu 8/69:00 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops9h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 5/1![Southwest logo]()
$630
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/3010:15 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops13h 45m
Air Canada
Sat 6/67:15 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops28h 58m
Air Canada
Deal found 4/30![Air Canada logo]()
$706
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/287:05 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops14h 35m
Southwest
Sun 8/28:45 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops12h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$650
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/306:55 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Mon 8/38:45 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops13h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/1![Southwest logo]()
$655
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/256:55 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops14h 45m
Southwest
Tue 6/301:40 pm
SJO
- DTW
2 stops18h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/3![Southwest logo]()
$695
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/36:35 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops14h 25m
Southwest
Tue 6/98:45 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops12h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 5/1![Southwest logo]()
$695
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/65:30 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Southwest
Sat 6/1312:00 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop9h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$701
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/158:40 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops13h 00m
Southwest
Mon 6/228:45 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops13h 20m
Southwest
Deal found 5/3![Southwest logo]()
$705
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 7/2110:40 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops11h 00m
Southwest
Sun 7/268:45 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops12h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 5/4![Southwest logo]()
$705
Last-minute flights from Detroit to San JoséDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San José. Data last updated May 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San José. Data last updated May 5, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 6/112:44 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop28h 27m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/87:07 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop26h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$480
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/36:10 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/79:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/2![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$496
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Fri 6/56:10 am
DTW
- SJO
2 stops28h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 6/79:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$517
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/96:06 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop8h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/189:35 am
SJO
- DTW
1 stop24h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$482
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1312:49 pm
DTW
- SJO
2 stops24h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/207:07 am
SJO
- DTW
2 stops23h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$494
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 6/146:00 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Sun 6/211:03 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop8h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$506
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Sun 6/146:00 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop7h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 6/201:03 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop8h 52m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$529
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1712:30 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/221:03 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop17h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$504
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/246:32 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop10h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 6/291:03 pm
SJO
- DTW
1 stop17h 52m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$497
One-way flights from Detroit to San JoséSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 5, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to San José. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated May 5, 2026.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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.
Fri 8/147:25 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop14h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3![Frontier logo]()
$158
This Spirit deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Spirit is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/318:29 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop17h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Spirit Airlines logo]()
$195
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/2. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/112:30 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 5/2![Frontier logo]()
$212
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 6/96:54 pm
DTW
- SJO
2 stops22h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/4![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/16:05 pm
DTW
- SJO
2 stops23h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/3![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/5. 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 6/302:02 pm
DTW
- SJO
2 stops27h 09m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/5![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$231
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/188:12 pm
DTW
- SJO
1 stop21h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$241
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/26:10 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop8h 26m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/3![JetBlue logo]()
$242
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:10 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop18h 10m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/1![JetBlue logo]()
$244
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 5/199:25 am
DTW
- SJO
1 stop7h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$255
Find flight deals from Detroit to San José
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 May 5, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $364 (Travelocity) |
One-way from | $158 (Expedia) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | September |
Average price | $490 |
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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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José that are best for you.
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Depart
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Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 9/1
8:45 am-6:40 pm
2 stops11h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 9/14
9:00 am-10:15 pm
2 stops11h 15m
$575
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 6/7
6:30 am-3:25 pm
3 stops34h 55m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Wed 6/17
4:00 pm-9:59 pm
3 stops27h 59m
$607
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/23
6:55 am-7:40 pm
2 stops14h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Thu 8/6
9:00 am-8:50 pm
2 stops9h 50m
$630
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 11/1
6:15 pm-10:05 pm
1 stop28h 50m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Fri 11/6
8:35 am-5:36 pm
1 stop8h 01m
$638
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 7/28
7:05 am-7:40 pm
2 stops14h 35m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sun 8/2
8:45 am-11:10 pm
2 stops12h 25m
$650
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 7/30
6:55 am-7:40 pm
2 stops14h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 8/3
8:45 am-12:05 am
2 stops13h 20m
$655
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 6/25
6:55 am-7:40 pm
2 stops14h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 6/30
1:40 pm-10:00 am
2 stops18h 20m
$695
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 6/3
6:35 am-7:00 pm
2 stops14h 25m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Tue 6/9
8:45 am-10:50 pm
2 stops12h 05m
$695
Quickest round-trip
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 6/6
5:30 am-11:15 am
1 stop7h 45m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sat 6/13
12:00 pm-11:45 pm
1 stop9h 45m
$701
DetroitSan José
DTW - SJO
DTWSJO
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 6/15
8:40 am-7:40 pm
2 stops13h 00m
San José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mon 6/22
8:45 am-12:05 am
2 stops13h 20m
$705
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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 May.
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
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| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*1 star |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San José flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San José flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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
Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José is 24 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José (average of $303). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José in March is currently the most expensive (average of $791). 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Orlando (MCO) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $398.
What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 33m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 48m.
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 May 5, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Overall
7.9
Boarding
8.1
Crew
8.6
Comfort
8.0
Entertainment
7.5
Food
7.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$245 | Average$433 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$597 | Average$694 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$636 | Average$838 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$673 | Average$970 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A | |
| Cheapest$690 | Average$848 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% |