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$170+ Cheap flights from San José (SJO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJO — DTW
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Tue 11/19
Tue 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or April, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Sunday and return on a Tuesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San José (SJO) to Detroit (DTW). 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 November 14, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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December

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January

Round-trip from

$334
(eDestinos)

One-way from

$170
(FlightHub)
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Cheapest flights from San José to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San José to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 14, 2024.

This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:23 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop10h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/74:30 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop9h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/13$334
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:23 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops20h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/78:26 amDTW - SJO
2 stops17h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/13$367
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/14. 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.
Fri 12/272:20 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops18h 58mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/611:00 amDTW - SJO
2 stops13h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/14$777
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/34:08 amSJO - DTW
2 stops12h 09mCopa Airlines
Fri 12/67:40 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops12h 59mCopa Airlines
Deal found 11/13$791
This Ovago deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 Ovago is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/34:40 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops16h 23mAvianca
Thu 12/52:40 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops17h 55mAvianca
Deal found 11/13$843
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/13. 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 11/266:30 amSJO - DTW
1 stop13h 35mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/43:49 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop8h 10mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/13$923

Find flights from San José to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San José to Detroit 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

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San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/12

12:23 pm-12:10 am

1 stop10h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

4:30 pm-12:54 am

1 stop9h 24m

$334

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/12

12:23 pm-9:43 am

2 stops20h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

8:26 am-12:54 am

2 stops17h 28m

$367

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

7:45 pm-6:51 pm

2 stops45h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

6:00 am-7:20 am

2 stops27h 20m

$589

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/27

9:55 am-8:35 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

9:00 pm-12:55 pm

2 stops16h 55m

$605

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/18

11:28 pm-11:00 am

1 stop10h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

11:07 am-8:39 pm

1 stop10h 32m

$607

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 5/1

11:30 pm-3:56 pm

1 stop14h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

7:28 am-9:55 pm

1 stop16h 27m

$640

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 12/10

1:49 am-12:09 am

2 stops21h 20m

$170

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/23

12:26 pm-8:52 am

1 stop19h 26m

$202

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/10

4:40 pm-9:51 am

2 stops15h 11m

$320

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/27

11:30 pm-10:46 am

1 stop9h 16m

$390

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from San José to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San José, San José Province-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San José, San José Province-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San José, San José Province-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 San José, San José Province-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from San José to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from San José to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San José to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 8, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 22 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 SJO to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from San José to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated November 14, 2024.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 47% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated November 14, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with American Airlines and Spirit Airlines from San José to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,439 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Copa Airlines
7.8
Good
1,809 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,194 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,045 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $334. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Southwest, from $605, and United Airlines, from $607. You may be able to fly from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 15% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $170 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Avianca from $320 and American Airlines from $390 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San José to Detroit 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 San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from San José, San José Province to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 2 airlines flying from San José to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from San José to Detroit. 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 2,752,363 searches. Data last updated November 14, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$269Average$414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$647Average$771FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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