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$55+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (DTW - SJC)

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 3/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Jose are usually found in January or June, booked 57 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SJC). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$186
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$55
(FlightHub)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$418
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 3/19:08 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop13h 42mSpirit Airlines
Thu 3/66:00 amSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 42mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 2/18$186
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/310:33 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/54:03 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop18h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/19$271
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Wed 4/24:30 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop6h 53mDelta
Thu 4/106:25 amSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 05mDelta
Deal found 2/19$317
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Sun 5/256:00 amDTW - SJC
1 stop7h 40mFrontier
Sat 6/1411:44 amSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 57mFrontier
Deal found 2/19$343
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 4/145:10 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 41mAlaska Airlines
Tue 4/225:56 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop8h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 2/19$362
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 4/54:20 pmDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 4/126:35 amSJC - DTW
1 stop7h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 2/19$453
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/258:15 amDTW - SJC
1 stop8h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Sun 9/287:40 pmSJC - DTW
1 stop8h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 2/19$536
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 5/266:30 amDTW - SJC
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Sun 6/156:40 amSJC - DTW
1 stop9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 2/19$537

Find flights from Detroit to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Jose 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 February 20, 2025.

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Detroit

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DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/26

5:45 am-1:34 pm

1 stop10h 49m

San Jose

Sun 3/30

2:29 pm-12:26 pm

1 stop18h 57m

$186

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Jose

Fri 3/21

4:03 pm-7:37 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$220

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/14

6:00 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 50m

San Jose

Thu 3/20

8:08 pm-5:50 am

1 stop6h 42m

$222

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

4:30 pm-8:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

San Jose

Thu 4/10

6:25 am-6:30 pm

1 stop9h 05m

$317

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/14

5:10 pm-10:51 pm

1 stop8h 41m

San Jose

Tue 4/22

5:56 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 15m

$362

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/5

4:20 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 05m

San Jose

Sat 4/12

6:35 am-5:03 pm

1 stop7h 28m

$453

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/26

6:30 am-11:00 am

1 stop7h 30m

San Jose

Sun 6/15

6:40 am-7:30 pm

1 stop9h 50m

$537

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/19

5:45 am-1:34 pm

1 stop10h 49m

$55

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/28

6:05 am-10:50 am

1 stop7h 45m

$104

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

8:10 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$159

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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 Jose in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 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 Jose 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 Jose flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San Jose

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Jose. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose is 57 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 43% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

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

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

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 3.1 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Detroit to San Jose by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,691 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,227 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,771 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,412 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Christine,Aug 2024

DEN - LGB

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 Jose. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose round-trip from $186. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $220, and Delta, from $317. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 51% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $55. Users have also found prices from $104 and $159 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of $255). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in June is currently the most expensive (average of $371). 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 Detroit to San Jose

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Jose. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$161Average$299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$168Average$188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$236Average$544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$298Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$338Average$516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$453Average$541FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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