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$88+ Cheap flights from Santa Ana to Detroit (SNA - 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 4/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SNA — DTT
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit All airports are usually found in July or December, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Santa Ana to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Santa Ana (SNA) 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 March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$143
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$88
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$711

Good round-trip deal

$387 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty-Detroit (DTT) flights.
From Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price ($132 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($34 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty to Detroit (DTT).

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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 March 28, 2025.

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.
Thu 5/16:45 amSNA - DTW
1 stop14h 36mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/510:07 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop14h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/27$143
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1212:25 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop22h 10mFrontier
Tue 4/152:44 pmDTW - SNA
1 stop23h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/28$260
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/228:20 pmSNA - DTW
1 stop7h 37mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/279:22 amDTW - SNA
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/28$288

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Santa Ana to Detroit that are best for you.

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Santa Ana

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/1

6:45 am-12:21 am

1 stop14h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

10:07 pm-9:45 am

1 stop14h 38m

$143

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/12

12:25 pm-1:35 pm

1 stop22h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

2:44 pm-11:35 am

1 stop23h 51m

$260

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Thu 5/22

8:20 pm-6:57 am

1 stop7h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

9:22 am-2:21 pm

1 stop7h 59m

$288

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/21

6:45 am-4:17 pm

1 stop30h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-5:19 pm

2 stops13h 19m

$454

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 4/28

3:21 pm-2:08 pm

2 stops19h 47m

$88

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 6/9

8:55 pm-6:56 am

1 stop7h 01m

$147

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 4/26

10:30 am-10:06 am

3 stops20h 36m

$193

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Mon 5/12

8:55 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops16h 22m

$218

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Sat 7/5

4:30 pm-5:54 am

1 stop10h 24m

$239

Santa AnaDetroit

SNA - DTW

SNADTW

Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty

Tue 8/26

3:04 pm-5:09 am

1 stop11h 05m

$259

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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 March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 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 Santa Ana-Detroit 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Santa Ana-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana-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 Santa Ana to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Santa Ana to Detroit

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

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 March 21, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Santa Ana to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 16 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 Santa Ana to Detroit?

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

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 March 28, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Santa Ana to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 62% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Santa Ana to Detroit?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Santa Ana to Detroit flight should consider departing on Thursday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings 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 March 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Santa Ana to Detroit, such as Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

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 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 round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $143. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Alaska Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $260 and $454, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $88. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Alaska Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Santa Ana to Detroit for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Santa Ana to Detroit on time: Aerolineas Argentinas (63%), LATAM Airlines (63%), WestJet (63%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Santa Ana to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit is generally $404, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $148. When looking at the most popular route, (Santa Ana J. Wayne/Orange Cnty - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $185 for that flight.

  • 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?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Santa Ana to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Santa Ana 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 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 March 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$150Average$218FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$157Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
United AirlinesCheapest$403Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$466Average$588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$468Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$536Average$578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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