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$84+ 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 1/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Jan 15 — Jan 221
Thu 1/15
Thu 1/22
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 December 16, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/1612:50 pmMDW - SJO
1 stop9h 30mDelta
Wed 12/242:21 pmSJO - MDW
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/15$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:20 pmORD - SJO
1 stop9h 00mDelta
Wed 12/247:00 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/15$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/161:14 pmMDW - SJO
2 stops9h 06mDelta
Tue 12/232:21 pmSJO - MDW
1 stop8h 01mDelta
Deal found 12/15$362
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/166:45 amORD - SJO
2 stops15h 35mDelta
Thu 12/257:00 amSJO - ORD
1 stop12h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/15$362
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:07 pmORD - SJO
1 stop25h 42mAmerican Airlines
Fri 12/197:00 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/15$363
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/182:17 pmORD - SJO
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/252:05 pmSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/15$378
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:45 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 30mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/222:05 pmSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$388
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:53 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 13mDelta
Thu 12/252:21 pmSJO - ORD
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Deal found 12/15$393
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/14. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/187:35 amORD - SJO
1 stop10h 41mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/202:05 pmSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/14$396
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/157:53 pmORD - SJO
1 stop17h 13mDelta
Wed 12/248:30 amSJO - ORD
2 stops15h 32mDelta
Deal found 12/15$397
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/313:10 pmORD - SJO
Nonstop5h 04mAmerican Airlines
Fri 1/97:09 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$402
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:07 pmORD - SJO
1 stop25h 42mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/227:00 amSJO - ORD
Nonstop5h 29mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/16$404

Find flight deals from Michigan to San José

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Round-trip from

$291
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One-way from

$84
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Average price

$765
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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 December 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to San José that are best for you.

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

9:18 am-11:40 am

3 stops27h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

8:07 am-9:41 pm

1 stop12h 34m

$298

Bay CitySan José

MBS - SJO

MBSSJO

Bay City MBS Intl

Sat 1/24

2:10 pm-12:56 pm

1 stop23h 46m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

6:30 am-8:17 pm

2 stops12h 47m

$310

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

5:05 am-1:36 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

1:30 pm-7:54 am

2 stops17h 24m

$313

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

5:50 am-1:48 pm

1 stop8h 58m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/15

1:30 pm-10:44 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$313

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

6:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

12:33 pm-1:06 pm

3 stops23h 33m

$315

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

10:54 am-12:22 pm

1 stop26h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/25

10:45 pm-5:09 pm

2 stops17h 24m

$338

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

5:45 am-12:22 pm

1 stop7h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 3/1

1:31 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 44m

$341

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

2:17 pm-3:30 pm

1 stop26h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

7:45 am-9:41 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$342

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

5:15 am-11:37 am

1 stop7h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 2/2

1:30 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 29m

$358

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Mon 2/16

6:00 am-10:02 pm

1 stop16h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/24

2:25 pm-12:46 pm

2 stops22h 21m

$362

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to San José

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San José from Michigan with our price prediction graph.
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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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San José (average of $159). Flying from Michigan to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 MI to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 December 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Michigan to San José is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 38% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Michigan to San José?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to San José. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Michigan to San José flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 Delta can get you from Michigan to San José in just under 7h 22m. Your travel time can differ by up to 16h 24m. The distance from Michigan to San José is about 2226 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to San José (average of $159). Flying from Michigan to San José in June is currently the most expensive (average of $352). 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 December 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$267Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$341Average$788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$376Average$695FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$503Average$709FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$596Average$968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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