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$92+ Cheap flights from San Diego (SAN) to Michigan

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SAN — DTW
Apr 29 — May 61
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Cheap flight deals from San Diego to Michigan

Keep the following information in mind while searching for San Diego to Michigan flight deals. Data was last updated April 24, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$92
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$361 or less

Good one-way deal

$172 or less
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From San Diego to Michigan
One-way flight from San Diego to Michigan
High demand for flights, 2% potential price rise
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from San Diego to Michigan
Explore the most affordable flight options available from San Diego to Michigan. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 24, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/87:28 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 32mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/279:22 amDTW - SAN
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$189
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/108:08 amSAN - DTW
1 stop7h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 6/249:37 amDTW - SAN
1 stop11h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/23$197
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Thu 5/87:28 pmSAN - DTW
1 stop6h 32mFrontier
Sun 5/112:28 pmDTW - SAN
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Deal found 4/23$198
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:41 amSAN - GRR
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
Mon 6/28:44 pmGRR - SAN
1 stop6h 11mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$198
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/118:48 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop7h 24mMultiple Airlines
Tue 6/171:56 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/23$218
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/296:41 amSAN - MDW
1 stop12h 12mFrontier
Sun 6/16:25 amMDW - SAN
1 stop7h 30mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$218
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/165:43 pmSAN - ORD
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Wed 5/219:02 pmORD - SAN
1 stop12h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$219
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/23. 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.
Sat 5/242:04 pmSAN - SBN
1 stop6h 01mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/319:30 amSBN - SAN
1 stop9h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/23$229
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/174:53 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 23mFrontier
Tue 7/221:40 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 20mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/310:39 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 08mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/46:50 amORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 22mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/22$232
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:00 pmSAN - ORD
Nonstop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Tue 6/31:15 pmORD - SAN
Nonstop4h 22mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/22$237
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 6/145:35 pmSAN - MDW
Nonstop4h 00mSouthwest
Sat 6/217:25 amMDW - SAN
Nonstop4h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$237

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Diego to Michigan 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 April 24, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from San Diego to Michigan that are best for you.

Fly from

San Diego

Fly to

Michigan

Route

Depart

Return

Price

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Wed 4/30

7:18 pm-4:39 am

1 stop6h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

2:33 pm-12:13 am

1 stop12h 40m

$188

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Thu 5/22

6:15 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

9:22 am-7:53 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$191

San DiegoGrand Rapids

SAN - GRR

SANGRR

San Diego

Thu 5/29

6:41 am-7:20 pm

1 stop9h 39m

Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 6/2

8:44 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop6h 11m

$198

San DiegoDetroit

SAN - DTW

SANDTW

San Diego

Mon 5/26

6:25 am-6:17 pm

1 stop8h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

9:22 am-7:53 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$215

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Wed 6/11

8:48 pm-6:12 am

1 stop7h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/17

1:56 pm-4:08 pm

Nonstop4h 12m

$218

San DiegoChicago

SAN - MDW

SANMDW

San Diego

Thu 5/29

6:41 am-8:53 pm

1 stop12h 12m

Chicago Midway

Sun 6/1

6:25 am-11:55 am

1 stop7h 30m

$218

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Fri 5/16

5:43 pm-5:25 am

1 stop9h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/21

9:02 pm-7:13 am

1 stop12h 11m

$219

San DiegoSouth Bend

SAN - SBN

SANSBN

San Diego

Sat 5/24

2:04 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop6h 01m

South Bend/Michiana

Sat 5/31

9:30 am-3:37 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$229

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Thu 7/17

4:53 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop4h 23m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 7/22

1:40 pm-4:00 pm

Nonstop4h 20m

$231

San DiegoChicago

SAN - ORD

SANORD

San Diego

Tue 6/3

10:39 pm-4:47 am

Nonstop4h 08m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/4

6:50 am-9:12 am

Nonstop4h 22m

$232

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Best time to book a flight from San Diego to Michigan

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Everything you need to know about your flight from San Diego to Michigan

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from San Diego to Michigan?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Michigan 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 SAN to MI?

Find hourly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 24, 2025.

When flying from San Diego to Michigan, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan

Explore weekly flight availability from San Diego to Michigan. 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 April 24, 2025.

The most flights from SAN to USMI are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

Rainfall in Michigan by month

Plan your trip to Michigan by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Michigan 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 Michigan when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Michigan by month

Plan your trip to Michigan by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Michigan, 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 Michigan

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Michigan. 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 Michigan. Reviews last updated April 24, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Diego to Michigan, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from San Diego to Michigan. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Most people fly from San Diego (SAN) if they book a flight from San Diego to Michigan. San Diego is conveniently located just 2.6 mi from San Diego’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from San Diego to Michigan one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $92. Users have also found prices from $95 and $119 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from San Diego to Michigan?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Diego to Michigan?

    Before booking your flight to Michigan from San Diego, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: WestJet (100%), Delta (87%), Virgin Atlantic( 86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $128. While the most popular route (San Diego - Chicago O'Hare Intl) can be booked for $178 on average our data indicates $649 when flying from San Diego to Michigan.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Diego to Michigan that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from San Diego to Michigan?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from San Diego to Michigan?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Diego to Michigan 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 Diego to Michigan?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Diego to Michigan (average of $257). Flying from San Diego to Michigan 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 Diego to Michigan

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from San Diego to Michigan. 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 April 24, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$126Average$238FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$276Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$391Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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