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$130+ Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco (DTT - SFO)

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.
DTT — SFO
Apr 1 — Apr 81
Tue 4/1
Tue 4/8
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$274
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$130
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$619

Good round-trip deal

$579 or less

Good one-way deal

$348 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This JetBlue Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 JetBlue Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/122:30 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 22mJetBlue
Tue 9/2310:30 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 3/26$269
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sun 5/47:06 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop25h 07mSun Country Air
Wed 5/76:09 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/25$275
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Fri 5/165:18 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Mon 5/1911:50 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$276
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/3011:04 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/28:05 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$282
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/166:27 amDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/225:02 amSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$284
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Fri 7/118:25 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 08mDelta
Mon 7/142:25 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 37mDelta
Deal found 3/26$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Tue 4/227:16 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/2712:08 amSFO - DTW
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$295
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/235:13 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 00mAlaska Airlines
Sun 4/276:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/26$308
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Wed 4/166:45 amDTW - SFO
2 stops11h 25mSouthwest
Tue 4/226:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$344

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Francisco 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 27, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Francisco that are best for you.

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San Francisco

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/4

7:06 pm-5:13 pm

1 stop25h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 5/7

6:09 pm-9:09 am

1 stop12h 00m

$275

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

5:18 pm-11:06 pm

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 5/19

11:50 pm-12:02 pm

1 stop9h 12m

$276

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

11:04 am-5:13 pm

1 stop9h 09m

San Francisco

Mon 6/2

8:05 pm-6:56 am

1 stop7h 51m

$282

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/16

6:27 am-2:55 pm

1 stop11h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

5:02 am-7:29 pm

1 stop11h 27m

$284

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/20

6:15 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

San Francisco

Fri 7/11

11:45 pm-7:20 am

Nonstop4h 35m

$289

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/22

7:16 am-9:38 am

Nonstop5h 22m

San Francisco

Sun 4/27

12:08 am-9:57 am

1 stop6h 49m

$295

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-1:32 pm

1 stop9h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 4/29

5:45 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 26m

$308

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/16

2:30 pm-12:23 am

1 stop12h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 4/30

8:00 am-11:02 pm

1 stop12h 02m

$312

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/16

6:45 am-3:10 pm

2 stops11h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 4/22

6:00 am-5:45 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$344

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

12:22 pm-5:07 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$130

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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 Detroit to San Francisco 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

*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 Detroit-San Francisco flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-San Francisco 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 Detroit-San Francisco 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 Detroit to San Francisco

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to San Francisco from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to San Francisco

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

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

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 Detroit to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 DTT to SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to San Francisco at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 27, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in San Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 4.4 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 62.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 San Francisco. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit to San Francisco by reading reviews from past customers. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
9,792 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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
7,895 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

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 Detroit to San Francisco. 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 Detroit to San Francisco?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to San Francisco if you want to fly from Detroit to San Francisco. At least 8 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO) on a regular basis. There are 9 flights to San Francisco from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to SFO to be around 5h 07m.

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

    Currently priced at $274, American Airlines will fly you from Detroit to San Francisco and back. In addition to American Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Sun Country Air and Frontier - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $275 and $276, respectively. American Airlines is 51% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $130. Frontier flights start at $137 while deals on American Airlines start at $147 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to San Francisco consider choosing China Eastern (100%), ITA Airways (90%) or WestJet (75%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    While on average a flight from Detroit to San Francisco is generally $2,230, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $318. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), you can expect to pay $239 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $398). 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 Detroit to San Francisco

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$134Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$257Average$332FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$341Average$470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$413Average$628FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$447Average$678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$466Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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