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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José from C$ 523

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 17/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJO
2 Apr — 9 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 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 523

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 993
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 17/4-23/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 18m total
  • Detroit to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 302 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 55 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 28 March 2025.

Thu 17/49:02 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop16h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 23/412:55 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop17h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 523
Tue 1/43:42 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Tue 8/48:25 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 615
Sun 4/55:45 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 55mSouthwest
Fri 9/58:45 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 27/3C$ 735
Tue 8/45:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops28h 41mCopa Airlines
Tue 29/44:10 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops14h 12mCopa Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 773
Sun 10/86:30 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop7h 18mDelta
Tue 26/81:08 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop9h 23mDelta
Deal found 27/3C$ 853
Mon 30/68:20 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop13h 17mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/77:55 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop14h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 889
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 27/3C$ 898
Fri 8/86:16 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 44mAmerican Airlines
Sat 16/87:00 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop15h 09mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 27/3C$ 912

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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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San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 17/4

9:02 p.m.-11:18 a.m.

1 stop16h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 23/4

12:55 a.m.-7:57 p.m.

1 stop17h 02m

C$ 523

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 13/5

6:00 a.m.-11:30 p.m.

2 stops19h 30m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 21/5

1:55 a.m.-9:31 p.m.

2 stops17h 36m

C$ 642

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/5

5:45 a.m.-7:40 p.m.

2 stops15h 55m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

8:45 a.m.-11:00 p.m.

2 stops12h 15m

C$ 735

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/4

5:40 a.m.-8:21 a.m.

2 stops28h 41m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 29/4

4:10 a.m.-8:22 p.m.

2 stops14h 12m

C$ 773

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/8

6:30 a.m.-11:48 a.m.

1 stop7h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 26/8

1:08 p.m.-12:31 a.m.

1 stop9h 23m

C$ 853

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 30/6

8:20 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

1 stop13h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 5/7

7:55 a.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop14h 04m

C$ 889

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$ 898

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

6:16 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop8h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/8

7:00 a.m.-12:09 a.m.

1 stop15h 09m

C$ 912

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 27/3

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 21 March 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 28 March 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 28 March 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,274 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

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$ 523), Southwest (C$ 735), and Copa Airlines (C$ 773) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province. Spirit Airlines is 38% 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?

    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?

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  • 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 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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