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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José from C$ 197

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 31/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
22 Apr — 29 Apr1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San José

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 17 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 455

One-way from

C$ 197

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 564
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 14/5-21/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 24h 24m total
  • Detroit to San José
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 31/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 15h 39m total
  • Detroit to San José
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 19% potential increase in price (C$ 271 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025

Find flight deals from Detroit to San José

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 17 April 2025.

Wed 14/55:10 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop7h 17mSpirit Airlines
Wed 21/512:28 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 07mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 455
Fri 25/43:58 p.m.DTW - SJO
3 stops45h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/512:28 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops17h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 570
Wed 30/45:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops27h 55mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/55:52 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 15mCopa Airlines
Deal found 16/4C$ 722
Fri 8/88:45 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop28h 05mAir Canada
Sat 16/88:00 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop24h 21mAir Canada
Deal found 16/4C$ 763
Mon 21/77:05 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops14h 35mSouthwest
Sun 27/78:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 16/4C$ 800
Tue 13/57:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops18h 52mAlaska Airlines
Mon 19/51:06 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/4C$ 968
Mon 28/78:20 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 19mUnited Airlines
Mon 25/87:55 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop13h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/4C$ 987
Mon 19/55:25 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 34mDelta
Tue 27/51:24 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 32mDelta
Deal found 15/4C$ 1,138

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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.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 14/5

5:10 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

1 stop7h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/5

12:28 p.m.-7:35 a.m.

2 stops17h 07m

C$ 455

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/5

4:09 p.m.-11:18 a.m.

2 stops21h 09m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 16/7

1:41 p.m.-8:07 a.m.

1 stop16h 26m

C$ 586

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 30/4

5:40 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

2 stops27h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 8/5

5:52 p.m.-10:07 p.m.

2 stops26h 15m

C$ 722

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

8:45 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop28h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/8

8:00 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

1 stop24h 21m

C$ 763

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 21/7

7:05 a.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops14h 35m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/7

8:45 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops12h 50m

C$ 800

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

7:00 a.m.-11:52 p.m.

2 stops18h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 19/5

1:06 a.m.-5:14 a.m.

2 stops26h 08m

C$ 968

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 28/7

8:20 a.m.-10:39 p.m.

1 stop16h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 25/8

7:55 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

1 stop13h 49m

C$ 987

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 19/5

5:25 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

1 stop8h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 27/5

1:24 p.m.-12:56 a.m.

1 stop9h 32m

C$ 1,138

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 31/5

8:48 p.m.-10:27 a.m.

1 stop15h 39m

C$ 197

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 19/8

7:10 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

2 stops13h 45m

C$ 273

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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 11 April 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 C$ 486). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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 17 April 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province at noon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking 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 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

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 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

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 17 April 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta 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.

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 455), Copa Airlines (C$ 722), and Alaska Airlines (C$ 968) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province. Spirit Airlines is 44% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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  • 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 C$ 486). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 377AverageC$ 569FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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