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$94+ Cheap flights from Sacramento to Detroit (SMF - DTT)

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 12/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SMF — DTT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Sacramento Intl to Detroit All airports are usually found in February or August, booked 22 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sacramento (SMF) to Detroit (DTT). 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 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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February

Round-trip from

$257
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$94
(Mytrip)
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Cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sacramento to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 20, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/45:30 amSMF - DTW
1 stop10h 35mSpirit Airlines
Sat 12/77:03 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop7h 52mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$257
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1212:41 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop28h 27mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/228:58 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop15h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$266
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/2312:25 amSMF - DTW
1 stop7h 30mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/25:36 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop8h 23mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$422
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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 12/106:20 amSMF - DTW
1 stop13h 59mDelta
Sat 12/148:25 amDTW - SMF
1 stop16h 35mDelta
Deal found 11/18$423
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/242:13 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop6h 31mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/24:53 pmDTW - SMF
1 stop8h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$522
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/2412:25 pmSMF - DTW
1 stop7h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/318:40 amDTW - SMF
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$531

Find flights from Sacramento to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Sacramento 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Wed 12/4

5:30 am-7:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/7

7:03 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$257

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 12/12

12:41 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop28h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/22

8:58 pm-9:41 am

1 stop15h 43m

$266

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/23

12:25 am-10:55 am

1 stop7h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/2

5:36 pm-10:59 pm

1 stop8h 23m

$422

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/10

6:20 am-11:19 pm

1 stop13h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/14

8:25 am-10:00 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$423

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Fri 1/17

10:25 am-9:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

6:20 am-12:45 pm

2 stops9h 25m

$438

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Sat 1/18

6:37 am-10:23 pm

2 stops12h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/19

4:42 pm-10:39 pm

1 stop8h 57m

$467

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Thu 1/16

8:40 am-10:15 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/20

6:00 am-11:46 am

1 stop8h 46m

$516

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Sun 12/8

12:38 pm-8:08 pm

1 stop28h 30m

$94

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Mon 12/16

1:49 pm-5:44 am

1 stop12h 55m

$97

SacramentoDetroit

SMF - DTW

SMFDTW

Sacramento Intl

Tue 12/10

5:30 am-9:03 pm

2 stops12h 33m

$202

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Sacramento to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice 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 Sacramento-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Sacramento-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Sacramento-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Sacramento-Detroit 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 Sacramento-Detroit 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 Sacramento to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Sacramento to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Sacramento to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

Booking 22 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Sacramento to Detroit. 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 Sacramento to Detroit?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit 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 SMF to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Sacramento 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 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Sacramento to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 42% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Sacramento to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sacramento to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Sacramento to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 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 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, 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 20, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Sacramento to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about American Airlines, Delta and Spirit Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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
5,014 reviews

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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 Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Detroit round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Sacramento to Detroit round-trip from $257. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $422, and Delta, from $423. Spirit Airlines is priced at 43% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Sacramento to Detroit one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $94 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $97 and American Airlines from $202 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Sacramento to Detroit?

    Consider KLM (100%), Air France (100%) or WestJet (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Sacramento to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $138. While the most popular route (Sacramento Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $211 on average our data indicates $821 when flying from Sacramento to Detroit.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sacramento to Detroit?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sacramento 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 Sacramento to Detroit?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sacramento to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Sacramento to Detroit 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 6 airlines flying from Sacramento to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sacramento 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$167Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$180Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$274Average$442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$287Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$366Average$548FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$468Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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