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$145+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San José (SJO)

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 5/21. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
abr 27 — mai 41
dom 4/27
dom 5/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or September, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San José (SJO). 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 abril 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Most trusted provider

AranGrant
3 stars

Round-trip from

$288
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$145
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$407
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on abril 22, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
ter 5/275:10 amDTW - SJO
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
ter 6/311:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop19h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$288
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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.
qui 6/58:48 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop15h 39mMultiple Airlines
qui 6/1211:32 amSJO - DTW
1 stop19h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$315
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. 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 Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 11/183:50 pmDTW - SJO
1 stop30h 55mAir Canada
qui 11/279:00 amSJO - DTW
1 stop29h 07mAir Canada
Deal found 4/20$503
This Copa Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Copa Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 5/59:20 amDTW - SJO
2 stops25h 00mCopa Airlines
qui 5/86:07 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops26h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 4/21$521

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José that are best for you.

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Detroit

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ter 5/27

5:10 am-10:27 am

1 stop7h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

ter 6/3

11:32 am-9:10 am

1 stop19h 38m

$288

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qui 6/5

8:48 pm-10:27 am

1 stop15h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qui 6/12

11:32 am-8:52 am

1 stop19h 20m

$315

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 5/5

9:20 am-8:20 am

2 stops25h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qui 5/8

6:07 pm-10:07 pm

2 stops26h 00m

$521

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 7/21

7:05 am-7:40 pm

2 stops14h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

dom 7/27

12:00 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 25m

$577

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 7/21

7:32 am-1:20 pm

1 stop7h 48m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

qui 7/31

6:18 am-10:34 pm

2 stops14h 16m

$601

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qua 5/21

6:00 am-11:33 am

1 stop7h 33m

$145

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sex 7/4

12:18 pm-12:40 pm

1 stop26h 22m

$233

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qui 7/3

11:10 am-7:35 am

2 stops22h 25m

$246

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sex 7/4

8:39 am-9:53 pm

3 stops15h 14m

$319

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Deals found on 4/21

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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 José in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 José, San José Province flights, users find the pricing of AranGrant to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. AranGrant >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San José, San José Province 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 José, San José Province flights, Cheapflights users trust AranGrant the most. AranGrant 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 José, San José Province 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 José

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San José. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province is 4 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 José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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 SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated abril 22, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 33% versus a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in San José by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 11.8 inches per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in San José by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April 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 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. 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 José. Reviews last updated abril 22, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Copa Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit to San José by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,408 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,940 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Frontier
6.0
Okay
3,283 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San José. 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 José, San José Province round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $288, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Copa Airlines and Southwest. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province for 51% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $145. Frontier flights start at $233 while deals on Copa Airlines start at $246 one-way.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San José 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 José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province (average of $398). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province in March is currently the most expensive (average of $555). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$269Average$435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$529Average$758FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$579Average$779FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$618Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$700Average$957FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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