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$169+ Cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit (SFO - 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 4/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SFO — DTT
Apr 2 — Apr 91
Wed 4/2
Wed 4/9
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(Delta)

One-way from

$169
(Frontier)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$617

Good round-trip deal

$379 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Cheapest flights from San Francisco to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Francisco to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 6/116:00 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mDelta
Sun 6/228:25 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop4h 58mDelta
Deal found 3/27$289
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/2011:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 12mFrontier
Sun 5/256:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop14h 49mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$290
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Wed 5/216:09 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/256:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop21h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$291
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 4/1712:08 amSFO - DTW
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/205:57 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/28$295
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 4/1712:47 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 02mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/226:27 amDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/28$296
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/285:45 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 26mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 4/297:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 32mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 3/28$303
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/1411:59 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop6h 06mSun Country Air
Mon 6/2311:15 amDTW - SFO
1 stop26h 53mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/27$305
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Tue 4/291:21 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops12h 50mAlaska Airlines
Wed 4/305:13 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/27$332
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/28. 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.
Thu 8/77:15 amSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Mon 8/118:55 amDTW - SFO
2 stops10h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 3/28$344

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Francisco to Detroit that are best for you.

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Price

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 6/11

6:00 am-1:29 pm

Nonstop4h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/22

8:25 am-10:23 am

Nonstop4h 58m

$289

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

11:50 pm-11:02 am

1 stop8h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-5:49 pm

1 stop14h 49m

$290

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 5/21

6:09 pm-9:09 am

1 stop12h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/25

6:00 am-12:09 am

1 stop21h 09m

$291

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

12:08 am-9:57 am

1 stop6h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/20

5:57 pm-8:19 pm

Nonstop5h 22m

$295

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 4/17

12:47 am-10:49 am

1 stop7h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

6:27 am-2:55 pm

1 stop11h 28m

$296

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Mon 4/28

5:45 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop9h 32m

$303

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 6/14

11:59 pm-9:05 am

1 stop6h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/23

11:15 am-11:08 am

1 stop26h 53m

$305

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

1:21 pm-5:11 am

2 stops12h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

5:13 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$332

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 4/19

5:15 am-5:50 pm

1 stop9h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

4:05 pm-11:20 pm

2 stops10h 15m

$370

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 4/1

4:11 pm-4:33 am

1 stop9h 22m

$169

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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 San Francisco to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Francisco-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Francisco-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Francisco-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Francisco-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 San Francisco-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 San Francisco to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from San Francisco to Detroit

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 59 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from San Francisco 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 San Francisco to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 SFO to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from San Francisco to Detroit in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from San Francisco to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 28, 2025.

The most flights from SFO to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (10 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

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 March 28, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from San Francisco to Detroit. 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
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,335 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Detroit?

    Detroit All airports is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from San Francisco. Booking flights from San Francisco (SFO) to All airports (DTT) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Detroit from 8 different airlines. 4h 23m is how long a flight from San Francisco to Detroit All airports will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit round-trip?

    Delta, at $289, was found to be the cheapest airline from San Francisco to Detroit.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and United Airlines. Users have found that Delta is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $169 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, with prices starting from $179 and $191, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from San Francisco, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (100%), ITA Airways (100%), Virgin Atlantic( 97%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from San Francisco to Detroit is generally $971, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $138. When looking at the most popular route, (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $260 for that flight.

  • Where are the most common layover locations when flying from San Francisco to Detroit?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Detroit layover in Denver most frequently.

  • What are some popular things to do or see while on a layover in Denver?

    Most Denver visitors opt to spend their time experiencing Coors Field, Paramount Theatre, and 16th Street Mall. Coors Field, Paramount Theatre and 16th Street Mall are located about 18.4 mi, 18.6 mi, and 18.7 mi, respectively from Denver Intl if you are interested in checking them out. Those looking to explore during their layover in Denver can rent a car from Denver Intl for about $56 per day.

  • Where are the least popular layover locations for San Francisco to Detroit flights?

    Flights departing from San Francisco and landing in Detroit layover in Las Vegas least frequently.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco 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 Francisco to Detroit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 8 airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from San Francisco 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$139Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
FrontierCheapest$153Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$159Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$241Average$603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$318Average$492FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$366Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$442Average$670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$445Average$668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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