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$87+ Cheap flights from San Jose to Detroit (SJC - 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 1/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SJC — DTT
Dec 27 — Jan 31
Fri 12/27
Fri 1/3
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Cheap flight deals from San Jose to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Jose (SJC) 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 December 22, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$173
(Expedia)

One-way from

$87
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$446
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Cheapest flights from San Jose to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Jose to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 22, 2024.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/2811:30 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/186:08 amDTW - SJC
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$281
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/289:24 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Sat 1/186:08 amDTW - SJC
2 stops15h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/21$335
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Fri 12/275:30 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop8h 25mFrontier
Fri 1/36:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Deal found 12/21$450
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/20. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/286:15 amSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 05mDelta
Tue 12/314:57 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 12/20$807
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 12/2312:45 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/316:00 amDTW - SJC
2 stops12h 08mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$862
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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.
Sat 12/2112:45 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop6h 32mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/253:55 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$918
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 12/315:21 pmSJC - DTW
2 stops14h 32mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/211:28 amDTW - SJC
2 stops12h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 12/22$928

Find flights from San Jose to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Jose 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 22, 2024.

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San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 2/3

11:36 am-5:00 am

1 stop14h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/10

6:20 am-10:41 am

1 stop7h 21m

$173

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 2/7

11:36 am-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/9

9:14 pm-12:11 pm

1 stop17h 57m

$205

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sat 2/1

2:48 pm-12:34 am

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/8

11:41 am-6:51 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$241

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sun 1/5

6:59 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops17h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/9

4:42 pm-11:27 pm

1 stop9h 45m

$581

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sun 1/5

12:45 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/9

6:00 am-11:56 am

1 stop8h 56m

$593

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 1/13

3:35 pm-5:00 am

1 stop10h 25m

$87

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 1/21

8:30 am-3:44 pm

2 stops28h 14m

$166

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 1/23

8:25 am-10:08 pm

2 stops10h 43m

$173

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 12/30

5:50 am-7:47 am

2 stops22h 57m

$188

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 12/31

11:10 am-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$192

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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 Jose to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 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 Jose-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on San Jose-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from San Jose-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on San Jose-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 Jose-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 Jose to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from San Jose to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Jose to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Jose 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 SJC to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from San Jose 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 22, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Jose to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 34% on airfare.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Jose to Detroit flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 December 22, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from San Jose to Detroit, such as Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and United Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
4,804 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
9,537 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
8,594 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
9,028 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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
4,804 reviews

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

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 San Jose 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 Jose to Detroit round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Jose to Detroit round-trip from $173. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $241, and Alaska Airlines, from $581. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from San Jose to Detroit are Spirit Airlines ($87), Alaska Airlines ($166), and United Airlines ($173).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $197. While the most popular route (San Jose - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $166 on average our data indicates $297 when flying from San Jose to Detroit.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Jose to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from San Jose 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 6 airlines flying from San Jose to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Jose 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 22, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$102Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$184Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$316Average$483FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$337Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$392Average$640FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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