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$90+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (DTW - 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
Dec 24 — Dec 311
Tue 12/24
Tue 12/31
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco are usually found in September or August, booked 15 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 19, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$262
(KAYAK)

One-way from

$90
(Frontier)

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November

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September

Average price

$598
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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 December 19, 2024.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Tue 12/3110:20 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 39mFrontier
Wed 1/226:55 amSFO - DTW
1 stop26h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/18$271
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Tue 12/243:49 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 02mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/3111:59 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop17h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$322
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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.
Sun 12/2212:30 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop13h 21mSun Country Air
Wed 1/111:59 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop8h 27mSun Country Air
Deal found 12/18$436
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/257:42 amDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/317:45 amSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/18$552
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. 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 12/317:18 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 32mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/256:38 amSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/18$671

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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 December 19, 2024.

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DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/6

6:45 am-6:00 pm

1 stop14h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 3/10

12:22 am-3:18 pm

1 stop11h 56m

$262

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/15

12:05 pm-9:43 pm

1 stop12h 38m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

11:10 pm-11:20 am

1 stop9h 10m

$317

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/9

1:21 pm-12:11 am

1 stop13h 50m

San Francisco

Sat 1/11

7:55 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops16h 49m

$324

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/15

4:42 pm-10:11 pm

1 stop8h 29m

San Francisco

Wed 1/22

3:00 pm-3:44 pm

2 stops21h 44m

$332

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

8:09 am-3:28 pm

1 stop10h 19m

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

5:20 am-11:07 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$338

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/23

10:10 am-5:13 pm

1 stop10h 03m

San Francisco

Sat 5/24

6:09 pm-9:09 am

1 stop12h 00m

$419

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/3

4:50 pm-7:28 am

2 stops17h 38m

San Francisco

Thu 2/6

4:35 pm-2:48 pm

2 stops19h 13m

$445

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

6:40 am-2:50 pm

2 stops11h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 2/1

6:55 am-7:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$451

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

8:25 pm-10:41 pm

Nonstop5h 16m

San Francisco

Tue 5/20

4:40 pm-6:28 am

1 stop10h 48m

$510

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/16

1:21 pm-12:09 am

1 stop13h 48m

$90

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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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Francisco flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Francisco flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-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

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San Francisco

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 13, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 15 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 DTW 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 December 19, 2024.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 11% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 16, 2024.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 19, 2024.

The most flights from DTW to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 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 December 19, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, JetBlue and Alaska Airlines from Detroit to San Francisco to help guide your decision. 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
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,551 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,600 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,792 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,836 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

No issues. I needed pre boarding and I was able to get it without issue

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?

    If you book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco. Flights to San Francisco (SFO) from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) take 5h 04m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco per day from 8 airlines.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($262), JetBlue ($317), and Alaska Airlines ($332) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco. These flights start at 52% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $90 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Alaska Airlines from $149 and American Airlines from $167 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco consider choosing WestJet (90%), Virgin Atlantic (83%) or Korean Air (81%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco? While on average our users pay $1,582, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $398. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), is priced around $195.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (average of $276). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 December 19, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$139Average$268FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$143Average$263FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
JetBlueCheapest$227Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$258Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$352Average$508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$428Average$667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$433Average$621FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$466Average$556FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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