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$139+ 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
Nov 26 — Dec 31
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San José Juan Santamaria Intl are usually found in April or September, booked 89 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 November 21, 2024.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Round-trip from

$399
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$139
(Kiwi.com)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-San José Juan Santamaria Intl flight deals.
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High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 39% potential price drop
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San José Juan Santamaria Intl
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San José
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:40 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops28h 13mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/101:24 pmSJO - DTW
2 stops23h 35mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$400
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:15 pmDTW - SJO
2 stops30h 38mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/1112:23 pmSJO - DTW
1 stop18h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$408

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/4

10:44 am-12:59 am

2 stops15h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 2/9

1:57 am-10:55 pm

2 stops19h 58m

$399

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/4

7:15 pm-12:53 am

2 stops30h 38m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/11

12:23 pm-8:00 am

1 stop18h 37m

$408

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/19

6:00 am-8:40 pm

2 stops15h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/5

9:55 am-10:40 pm

2 stops11h 45m

$578

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/25

3:51 pm-12:33 pm

2 stops21h 42m

$139

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

8:35 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop25h 50m

$172

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/10

7:40 pm-3:45 am

1 stop9h 05m

$199

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/26

4:49 pm-11:59 pm

3 stops32h 10m

$314

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/1

8:10 pm-10:05 pm

3 stops50h 55m

$1,453

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Deals found on 11/20

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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 November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
FareScanPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-San José, San José Province flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >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 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 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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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San José

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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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province is 89 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 November 21, 2024.

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 30% 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 November 21, 2024.
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Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
3,914 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.0
Good
8,238 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

6.3
Okay
8,175 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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

    Spirit Airlines, at $399, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Southwest. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province for 29% 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 $139. Air Canada flights start at $172 while deals on Alaska Airlines start at $314 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 July is currently the most expensive (average of $532). 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 José

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San José. 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$242Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Copa AirlinesCheapest$512Average$649FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time70%
American AirlinesCheapest$566Average$786FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$577Average$959FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$597Average$1,074FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$625Average$889FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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