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6:15 am - 8:03 pmSAN-DTW
10h 48m1 stop
6:20 am - 3:26 pmDTW-SAN
12h 06m1 stop
$107Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 15
6:15 am - 8:03 pmSAN-DTW
10h 48m1 stop
9:14 pm - 1:29 pmDTW-SAN
19h 15m1 stop
Wed, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 13
3:02 pm - 4:45 amSAN-DTW
10h 43m1 stop
6:45 am - 2:12 pmDTW-SAN
10h 27m1 stop
$128Frontier
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Mon, Feb 24 - Mon, Mar 3
12:17 pm - 8:14 pmSAN-DTW
28h 57m1 stop
9:14 pm - 1:32 pmDTW-SAN
19h 18m1 stop
$138Frontier
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Thu, Jan 23 - Mon, Jan 27
8:45 pm - 8:18 amSAN-DTW
8h 33m1 stop
12:06 pm - 7:18 pmDTW-SAN
10h 12m1 stop
$270JetBlue
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Wed, Jan 29 - Thu, Feb 6
8:48 pm - 12:06 pmSAN-DTW
12h 18m1 stop
12:53 pm - 7:38 pmDTW-SAN
9h 45m1 stop
$307JetBlue
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Fri, Feb 28 - Sun, Mar 9
1:25 pm - 6:26 amSAN-DTW
14h 01m1 stop
8:25 am - 8:31 pmDTW-SAN
15h 06m1 stop
$383Delta
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Tue, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 5
3:32 pm - 3:44 pmSAN-DTW
21h 12m2 stops
4:42 pm - 8:20 amDTW-SAN
18h 38m2 stops
$388Alaska Airlines
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Thu, Jan 30 - Sun, Feb 2
1:25 pm - 6:26 amSAN-DTW
14h 01m1 stop
8:25 am - 8:31 pmDTW-SAN
15h 06m1 stop
$403Delta
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Tue, Feb 18 - Wed, Feb 26
6:53 pm - 3:53 pmSAN-DTW
18h 00m1 stop
4:49 pm - 10:37 pmDTW-SAN
8h 48m1 stop
$422Alaska Airlines
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Mon, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 12
6:06 pm - 6:12 amSAN-DTW
9h 06m1 stop
$53Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 8
7:26 pm - 5:00 amSAN-DTW
6h 34m1 stop
$59Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jan 15
6:25 am - 8:14 pmSAN-DTW
10h 49m1 stop
$70Frontier
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Mon, Feb 3
3:58 pm - 8:14 pmSAN-DTW
25h 16m1 stop
$75Frontier
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Sat, Jan 18
8:30 pm - 8:18 amSAN-DTW
8h 48m1 stop
$135JetBlue
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Tue, Jan 14
8:48 pm - 12:06 pmSAN-DTW
12h 18m1 stop
$141JetBlue
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Tue, Mar 18
7:25 am - 2:45 pmSAN-DTW
4h 20mnonstop
$349Delta
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Thu, Jan 16
7:20 am - 2:43 pmSAN-DTW
4h 23mnonstop
$394Delta
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Fri, Mar 21
9:58 am - 11:26 pmSAN-DTW
10h 28m2 stops
$543American Airlines
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Thu, Dec 26
7:30 pm - 3:03 pmSAN-DTW
16h 33m2 stops
$610American Airlines
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Mon, Dec 23
6:06 pm - 6:12 amSAN-DTW
9h 06m1 stop
6:15 am - 3:47 pmDTW-SAN
12h 32m1 stop
Sun, Dec 22 - Sat, Jan 4
6:06 pm - 6:12 amSAN-DTW
9h 06m1 stop
6:15 am - 3:47 pmDTW-SAN
12h 32m1 stop
Mon, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 4
11:07 am - 8:58 pmSAN-DTW
6h 51m1 stop
6:15 am - 3:47 pmDTW-SAN
12h 32m1 stop
$406Frontier
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 4
6:06 pm - 4:20 pmSAN-DTW
19h 14m2 stops
7:52 am - 10:12 pmDTW-SAN
17h 20m2 stops
$415Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Dec 23 - Sat, Jan 4
6:06 pm - 6:12 amSAN-DTW
9h 06m1 stop
8:58 pm - 10:12 pmDTW-SAN
28h 14m1 stop
$438Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Dec 22 - Thu, Jan 2
11:07 am - 8:58 pmSAN-DTW
6h 51m1 stop
6:15 am - 3:47 pmDTW-SAN
12h 32m1 stop
$513Frontier
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 4
11:00 am - 11:44 pmSAN-DTW
9h 44m2 stops
7:45 pm - 8:52 pmDTW-SAN
28h 07m1 stop
$757United Airlines
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Thu, Dec 19 - Mon, Jan 6
10:06 am - 10:50 pmSAN-DTW
9h 44m2 stops
11:00 am - 9:26 pmDTW-SAN
13h 26m2 stops
$801United Airlines
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Sat, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 1
3:37 pm - 10:56 pmSAN-DTW
4h 19mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:42 amDTW-SAN
5h 07mnonstop
$844Delta
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Sat, Dec 21 - Wed, Jan 1
3:37 pm - 10:56 pmSAN-DTW
4h 19mnonstop
5:59 pm - 11:49 pmDTW-SAN
8h 50m1 stop
$854Delta
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Sat, Dec 21 - Sat, Jan 4
10:15 pm - 5:36 amSAN-DTW
4h 21mnonstop
3:55 pm - 6:02 pmDTW-SAN
5h 07mnonstop
$499Delta
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Fri, Feb 21 - Thu, Feb 27
7:25 am - 2:45 pmSAN-DTW
4h 20mnonstop
8:40 pm - 10:52 pmDTW-SAN
5h 12mnonstop
$529Delta
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Sat, Feb 22 - Sun, Feb 23
12:00 pm - 7:24 pmSAN-DTW
4h 24mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:50 amDTW-SAN
5h 15mnonstop
$549Delta
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Wed, Jan 8 - Wed, Jan 15
7:20 am - 2:43 pmSAN-DTW
4h 23mnonstop
8:30 pm - 10:40 pmDTW-SAN
5h 10mnonstop
$589Delta
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Wed, Mar 19 - Sun, Apr 13
7:25 am - 2:45 pmSAN-DTW
4h 20mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:50 amDTW-SAN
5h 15mnonstop
$599Delta
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Tue, Jan 7 - Tue, Jan 14
10:23 pm - 5:45 amSAN-DTW
4h 22mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:50 amDTW-SAN
5h 15mnonstop
$649Delta
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Wed, Jan 1 - Wed, Jan 8
7:25 am - 2:45 pmSAN-DTW
4h 20mnonstop
8:40 pm - 10:52 pmDTW-SAN
5h 12mnonstop
$697Delta
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Fri, Feb 14 - Fri, Feb 14
12:32 pm - 8:03 pmSAN-DTW
4h 31mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:42 amDTW-SAN
5h 07mnonstop
$699Delta
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Tue, Dec 31 - Sun, Jan 5
7:10 am - 2:36 pmSAN-DTW
4h 26mnonstop
12:55 pm - 2:51 pmDTW-SAN
4h 56mnonstop
$749Delta
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Sun, Dec 29 - Sat, Jan 4
7:25 am - 2:45 pmSAN-DTW
4h 20mnonstop
8:35 am - 10:50 amDTW-SAN
5h 15mnonstop
$773Delta
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Sun, Feb 9 - Sat, Feb 15

Spirit Airlines flights from San Diego to Detroit

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Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
SAN6:15 amSan Diego
10h 48m
1 stop
DTW8:03 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 15
DTW6:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 06m
1 stop
SAN3:26 pmSan Diego
Spirit Airlines
Jan 7
SAN7:16 pmSan Diego
7h 56m
1 stop
DTW6:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 14
DTW6:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 06m
1 stop
SAN3:26 pmSan Diego
Spirit Airlines
Jan 8
SAN6:06 pmSan Diego
17h 27m
2 stops
DTW2:33 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 15
DTW6:20 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 06m
1 stop
SAN3:26 pmSan Diego

Frontier flights from San Diego to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on San Diego to Detroit flight tickets
Frontier
Feb 24
SAN3:02 pmSan Diego
10h 43m
1 stop
DTW4:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 3
DTW6:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 27m
1 stop
SAN2:12 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Jan 23
SAN12:17 pmSan Diego
28h 57m
1 stop
DTW8:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 27
DTW9:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 18m
1 stop
SAN1:32 pmSan Diego
Frontier
Feb 24
SAN3:02 pmSan Diego
10h 43m
1 stop
DTW4:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 2
DTW6:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 52m
1 stop
SAN12:37 pmSan Diego

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Diego and Detroit?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from San Diego is in September. Flight prices, which tend to average around $437, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in September, then December is your next best option. Flight prices from San Diego to Detroit during December average around $442.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from San Diego is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $387. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Diego to Detroit for around $548.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

In the afternoon is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Diego to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $438. Flying to Detroit in the afternoon is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying in the morning when prices are $508 on average. Flights to Detroit from San Diego in the morning are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest San Diego to Detroit flight route?

Fly from San Diego to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best San Diego - Detroit flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

We recommend purchasing flights from San Diego to Detroit 37 days ahead of your departure date because this is when momondo users tend to see the best flight rates. On average, our users have found flights to Detroit for $491. Keep in mind that you might be able to find cheaper flights to Detroit at any time. In fact, our users found flights for as low as $160 in the past 72 hours.

What cabin class options are available on San Diego to Detroit flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Diego to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on San Diego to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 84% on your flight if you consider stops on a San Diego to Detroit flight.

How have San Diego to Detroit flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2024, prices for San Diego to Detroit flights are approximately 52% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$53

Fastest flight time

4h 20m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Detroit

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Detroit from San Diego in the past 72 hours is $53. The best round-trip flight deal from San Diego to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $107.
The fastest flight from San Diego to Detroit takes 4h 20m
Direct flights go from San Diego to Detroit every day.
There is 1 airport near Detroit: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)

  • How far is San Diego to Detroit by plane?

    The distance between San Diego and Detroit is about 1966.6 mi. Flights usually cover this in 5h 47m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Detroit?

    Prices for flights from San Diego Airport to Detroit refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Diego Airport to Detroit?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Diego Airport to Detroit?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from San Diego Airport to Detroit.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from San Diego to Detroit

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FrontierPriceFrom $139Free CancellationRating
6.1
3,479 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $148Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,119 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $198Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,055 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $421Free CancellationRating
8.1
4,848 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $438Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,604 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From San Diego to Detroit

    Delta operates around 11 flights from San Diego to Detroit every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been $553, but momondo users have found Delta deals from San Diego to Detroit from as low as $438 round-trip. Delta has been scored 8.0/10 in 8,604 reviews.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Diego to Detroit

    Across 9,055 United Airlines reviews on momondo, the average score is 7.4/10. United Airlines flies from San Diego to Detroit about 3 times each week, with ticket deals ranging from $289 to $488. Price data is based on momondo searches in the last 72 hours.


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