$69+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (DTW - SAN)
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 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
May 20 — May 271
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San DiegoExplore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 20, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 05m
Frontier
Wed 5/136:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Tue 5/124:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$224
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/141:20 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop13h 30m
Frontier
Tue 5/194:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$225
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 39m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop16h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$226
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Tue 5/194:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/67:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 05m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:37 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop11h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$228
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/277:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 57m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:52 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops9h 39m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 24m
Frontier
Mon 5/111:38 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$233
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:53 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 50m
Frontier
Thu 5/141:38 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$234
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/181:20 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop13h 30m
Frontier
Sat 5/239:37 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop11h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$235
Best flights from Detroit to San DiegoDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 20, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Detroit to San Diego that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated April 20, 2026.
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/147:00 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops15h 22m
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/1711:00 am
SAN
- DTW
2 stops15h 05m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 4/17![Alaska Airlines logo]()
$509
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 6/176:00 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops9h 15m
Southwest
Fri 6/195:10 pm
SAN
- DTW
2 stops14h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 4/17![Southwest logo]()
$514
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/98:45 am
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 44m
Delta
Sat 6/136:15 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Sat 5/164:16 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Delta
Wed 5/206:15 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 31m
Delta
Deal found 4/15![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 6/212:35 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Delta
Tue 6/911:39 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Fri 5/224:16 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Delta
Tue 5/2611:33 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 28m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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.
Thu 8/138:50 am
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 56m
Delta
Mon 8/172:00 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 30m
Delta
Deal found 4/15![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Wed 6/104:35 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 46m
Delta
Mon 6/156:15 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 33m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/18. 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.
Thu 9/104:30 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 53m
Delta
Mon 9/1411:50 am
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/18![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 10/174:30 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 57m
Delta
Sat 10/2410:30 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 25m
Delta
Deal found 4/19![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Thu 5/2812:35 pm
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 45m
Delta
Sun 5/312:30 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 27m
Delta
Deal found 4/17![Delta logo]()
$539
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/108:45 am
DTW
- SAN
Nonstop4h 44m
Delta
Sun 6/1410:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
Nonstop4h 28m
Delta
Deal found 4/16![Delta logo]()
$539
Last-minute flights from Detroit to San DiegoDiscover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Diego. Data last updated April 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Detroit to San Diego. Data last updated April 20, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/110:27 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 39m
Frontier
Mon 5/46:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop16h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/26:00 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop11h 24m
Frontier
Thu 5/141:38 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$233
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/57:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Tue 5/194:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/67:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 05m
Frontier
Wed 5/136:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$222
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/67:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 05m
Frontier
Mon 5/119:37 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop11h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$228
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:53 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 50m
Frontier
Thu 5/141:38 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/97:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Tue 5/124:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$224
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/128:52 am
DTW
- SAN
2 stops9h 39m
Frontier
Fri 5/156:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$232
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/141:20 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop13h 30m
Frontier
Tue 5/194:17 pm
SAN
- DTW
1 stop12h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/181:20 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop13h 30m
Frontier
Sat 5/239:37 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop11h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/277:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 57m
Frontier
Mon 6/16:25 am
SAN
- DTW
1 stop14h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$230
One-way flights from Detroit to San DiegoSearch for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 20, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to San Diego. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated April 20, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/167:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$69
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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 5/197:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$70
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/127:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$85
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. 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.
Wed 5/137:45 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 57m
Frontier
Deal found 4/17![Frontier logo]()
$93
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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 5/117:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$99
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/77:53 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$101
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/177:53 pm
DTW
- SAN
1 stop19h 50m
Frontier
Deal found 4/16![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/247:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop18h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 4/15![Frontier logo]()
$110
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. 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.
Sat 5/97:55 am
DTW
- SAN
1 stop27h 47m
Frontier
Deal found 4/19![Frontier logo]()
$113
Find flight deals from Detroit to San Diego
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego (SAN). 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 April 20, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $222 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $69 (Kiwi.com) |
Popular in | March |
Cheapest in | August |
Average price | $509 |
Good round-trip deal | $539 or less |
Good one-way deal | $408 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Diego 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 April 20, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego that are best for you.
Fly from
Fly to
Route
Depart
Return
Cheapest round-trip
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 10/14
7:00 am-7:22 pm
2 stops15h 22m
San Diego
Sat 10/17
11:00 am-5:05 am
2 stops15h 05m
$509
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 6/17
6:00 am-12:15 pm
2 stops9h 15m
San Diego
Fri 6/19
5:10 pm-10:10 am
2 stops14h 00m
$514
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/9
8:45 am-10:29 am
Nonstop4h 44m
San Diego
Sat 6/13
6:15 am-1:48 pm
Nonstop4h 33m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 5/16
4:16 pm-6:01 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
San Diego
Wed 5/20
6:15 am-1:46 pm
Nonstop4h 31m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/2
12:35 pm-2:20 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
San Diego
Tue 6/9
11:39 am-7:12 pm
Nonstop4h 33m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Fri 5/22
4:16 pm-6:01 pm
Nonstop4h 45m
San Diego
Tue 5/26
11:33 am-7:01 pm
Nonstop4h 28m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 8/13
8:50 am-10:46 am
Nonstop4h 56m
San Diego
Mon 8/17
2:00 pm-9:30 pm
Nonstop4h 30m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 6/10
4:35 pm-6:21 pm
Nonstop4h 46m
San Diego
Mon 6/15
6:15 am-1:48 pm
Nonstop4h 33m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 9/10
4:30 pm-6:23 pm
Nonstop4h 53m
San Diego
Mon 9/14
11:50 am-7:15 pm
Nonstop4h 25m
$539
DetroitSan Diego
DTW - SAN
DTWSAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 10/17
4:30 pm-6:27 pm
Nonstop4h 57m
San Diego
Sat 10/24
10:30 pm-5:55 am
Nonstop4h 25m
$539
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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to San Diego in April.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
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| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy2 stars | Trust Score*2 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy- | Trust Score*1 star | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Diego 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 Diego flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego 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 Diego
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.
The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego is 75 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 Diego?
Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of $289). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of $544). 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 DTW to SAN?
Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 20, 2026.
When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Dallas (DFW) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 54% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $143.
What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 12m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 32m.
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Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated April 20, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego 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.
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
Crew
8.6
Food
7.0
Comfort
8.0
Boarding
8.1
Entertainment
7.5
Overall
8.0
Reviews
1 / 20
2.0
MediocreDominic,Mar 2026
MCO - SMF
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| Airline | Cheapest | Average | Flexibility | On-time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cheapest$98 | Average$217 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time65% | |
| Cheapest$138 | Average$241 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$151 | Average$379 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time62% | |
| Cheapest$233 | Average$378 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time71% | |
| Cheapest$284 | Average$456 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time63% | |
| Cheapest$293 | Average$414 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-time69% | |
| Cheapest$299 | Average$541 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |