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$101+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Feb 27 — Mar 61
Fri 2/27
Fri 3/6
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to San José

Cheapest flights from Michigan to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 28, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 3/19:16 pm
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops16h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 3/1012:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$306
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/310:59 pm
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/97:05 am
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/27$309
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 2/177:43 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop16h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$310
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Fri 2/207:43 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop16h 57m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 2/271:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 2/2310:29 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop14h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 3/41:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops19h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/25$313
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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.
Sat 3/76:36 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop17h 46m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1712:24 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 08m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$314
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/32:35 pm
DTW
-
SJO
3 stops22h 47m
Spirit Airlines
Tue 3/1012:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops17h 18m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$315
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Thu 2/198:45 pm
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop16h 37m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 2/261:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 28m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$316
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/235:15 am
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 25m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/21:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
1 stop18h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/26$318
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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 4/85:45 am
DTW
-
SJO
1 stop7h 34m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 4/1512:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
2 stops33h 48m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$321
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Tue 3/310:59 pm
DTW
-
SJO
2 stops14h 23m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/912:31 pm
SJO
-
DTW
3 stops25h 26m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$322
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/27. 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.
Sat 4/255:32 pm
ORD
-
SJO
1 stop18h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 5/112:31 pm
SJO
-
ORD
1 stop10h 10m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 1/27$342

Find flight deals from Michigan to San José

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to San José flight deals. Data was last updated January 28, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$306
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$476
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One-way flight from Michigan to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price ($110 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($28 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 January 28, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San José that are best for you.

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Michigan

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San José

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Depart

Return

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/7

6:36 pm-11:22 am

1 stop17h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/17

12:24 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 08m

$314

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

5:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/3

12:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$333

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

5:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 5/6

12:31 pm-12:19 am

2 stops33h 48m

$339

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/20

7:43 pm-11:40 am

1 stop16h 57m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops22h 59m

$342

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/26

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

12:35 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop10h 33m

$344

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

5:45 am-11:19 am

1 stop7h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 4/15

12:31 pm-12:19 am

2 stops33h 48m

$348

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

10:05 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops15h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/9

11:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 45m

$349

FlintSan José

FNT - SJO

FNTSJO

Flint Bishop

Mon 3/2

12:28 pm-8:12 pm

1 stop8h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

6:00 am-6:56 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$351

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

7:39 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop5h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/12

2:20 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 06m

$351

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 2/25

7:35 am-8:39 pm

1 stop13h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/6

2:05 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop5h 30m

$352

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to San José

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to San José?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San José (average of $153). Flying from Michigan to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to San José from Michigan?

    Located just 8.8 mi from the city center, San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to San José from Michigan.

  • How long is the flight from Michigan to San José?

    Spirit Airlines, United Airlines, and American Airlines can get you from Michigan to San José in just under 5h 17m. Your travel time can differ by up to 12h 29m. The distance from Michigan to San José is about 2220 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Michigan to San José one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Michigan to San José are Spirit Airlines ($116), American Airlines ($245), and United Airlines ($249).

  • What are the most popular routes from Michigan to San José?

    The most popular route from Michigan to San José is Chicago O'Hare Intl - San José Juan Santamaria Intl. You may also consider Chicago Midway - San José Juan Santamaria Intl or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San José Juan Santamaria Intl.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San José (average of $153). Flying from Michigan to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $359). 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 Michigan to San José

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 January 28, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$245Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$694FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$522Average$711FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$596Average$654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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