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$69+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SNA - 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 2/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DTW
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
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The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or July, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$138
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$69
(Mytrip)

Popular in

May

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January

Average price

$599
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Cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Santa Ana to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 19, 2024.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/3112:34 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop5h 56mFrontier
Mon 1/66:15 amDTW - SNA
1 stop10h 32mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$228
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/317:05 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop6h 50mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/68:58 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops18h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/18$296
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/297:51 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop7h 21mSpirit Airlines
Thu 1/99:19 pmDTW - SNA
2 stops19h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/18$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/307:00 amSNA - DTW
1 stop8h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 1/89:00 amDTW - SNA
1 stop14h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$696
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/311:00 pmSNA - DTW
Nonstop4h 21mDelta
Tue 1/75:45 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 26mDelta
Deal found 12/18$739
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/316:45 amSNA - DTW
2 stops8h 57mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/63:55 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 20mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$743

Find flights from Santa Ana to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Santa Ana 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.

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Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 2/27

12:30 pm-2:35 pm

1 stop23h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

6:45 am-12:40 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$138

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 2/8

6:45 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/11

12:00 pm-9:44 pm

2 stops12h 44m

$183

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 1/6

7:35 pm-4:50 am

1 stop6h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

8:58 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops18h 55m

$189

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/25

2:17 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops22h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/27

4:42 pm-10:51 am

1 stop21h 09m

$427

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Fri 1/24

6:40 pm-2:48 pm

1 stop17h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/27

5:00 pm-9:33 am

1 stop19h 33m

$483

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 3/20

11:43 am-9:09 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/22

5:39 pm-10:29 pm

1 stop7h 50m

$563

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 1/23

1:13 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop4h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/26

8:35 am-10:49 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$599

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 2/24

1:30 pm-4:45 am

1 stop12h 15m

$69

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Wed 2/19

3:02 pm-12:51 am

1 stop6h 49m

$85

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 1/18

7:45 am-6:48 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$104

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Santa Ana to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Santa Ana to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Santa Ana to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 SNA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Santa Ana 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 December 19, 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 50% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Santa Ana to Detroit to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,048 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

My original flight was delayed so they found this flight for me so I could arrive at a reasonable time

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $138. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $183 and $427, respectively. Frontier is currently priced 76% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $69. Spirit Airlines flights start at $85 while deals on American Airlines start at $104 one-way.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $594, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $176. The most popular route (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $173.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Santa Ana to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Santa Ana 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 Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Santa Ana to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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 6 airlines flying from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Santa Ana 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$400Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$505Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$514Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$526Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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