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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Diego from C$ 183

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 19/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SAN
25 Nov — 2 Dec1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Diego (SAN). 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 20 November 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 274

One-way from

C$ 197

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 6/12-13/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 03m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 19/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 17m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2024.

Fri 6/128:58 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop14h 15mSpirit Airlines
Fri 13/126:15 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop10h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 274
Fri 29/117:05 p.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/1210:27 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops17h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 514
Sat 14/128:25 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop13h 13mDelta
Wed 1/110:23 p.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 22mDelta
Deal found 18/11C$ 610
Tue 24/121:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 15mSouthwest
Thu 2/16:45 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops9h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 18/11C$ 654
Wed 11/126:20 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 02mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/122:14 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 18/11C$ 708
Thu 21/114:21 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 36mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/126:50 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop17h 30mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 861

Find flights from Detroit to San Diego within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Diego 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 645,034 searches. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

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DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/12

8:58 p.m.-8:13 a.m.

1 stop14h 15m

San Diego

Fri 13/12

6:15 a.m.-8:03 p.m.

1 stop10h 48m

C$ 274

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/12

9:10 p.m.-8:13 a.m.

1 stop14h 03m

San Diego

Mon 9/12

6:25 a.m.-8:08 p.m.

1 stop10h 43m

C$ 302

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/3

4:49 p.m.-9:14 p.m.

1 stop31h 25m

San Diego

Wed 12/3

5:30 p.m.-3:53 p.m.

1 stop19h 23m

C$ 381

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/1

10:30 p.m.-11:54 p.m.

1 stop28h 24m

San Diego

Tue 7/1

12:44 p.m.-1:58 p.m.

2 stops22h 14m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 21/4

12:22 p.m.-5:05 p.m.

1 stop7h 43m

San Diego

Thu 24/4

6:10 p.m.-7:20 p.m.

1 stop22h 10m

C$ 455

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/1

12:05 p.m.-7:18 p.m.

1 stop10h 13m

San Diego

Thu 16/1

8:30 p.m.-8:18 a.m.

1 stop8h 48m

C$ 500

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 14/12

8:25 a.m.-6:38 p.m.

1 stop13h 13m

San Diego

Mon 23/12

3:37 p.m.-10:56 p.m.

Nonstop4h 19m

C$ 610

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/12

1:40 p.m.-8:55 p.m.

1 stop10h 15m

San Diego

Thu 2/1

6:45 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 15m

C$ 654

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

4:50 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

2 stops19h 40m

San Diego

Tue 14/1

8:35 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop10h 40m

C$ 655

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/2

4:49 p.m.-10:37 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

C$ 183

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San Diego

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to San Diego may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Diego (average of C$ 346). Flying from Detroit to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 559). 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 DTT to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit to San Diego is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 18 November 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 20 November 2024.

The most flights from DTT to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated 20 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines and Delta from Detroit to San Diego to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,461 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
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Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Diego. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to San Diego?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit All airports to San Diego if you want to fly from Detroit to San Diego. At least 5 different airlines have flights from All airports (DTT) to San Diego (SAN) on a regular basis. There are 6 flights to San Diego from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTT to SAN to be around 4h 52m.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to San Diego round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at C$ 274, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Alaska Airlines and Frontier. Spirit Airlines is 57% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to San Diego one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Alaska Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 197. JetBlue flights start at C$ 288 while deals on Southwest start at C$ 298 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to San Diego?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to San Diego consider choosing ITA Airways (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (96%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Diego?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to San Diego is C$ 670. On average you can expect to pay C$ 684. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), can usually be booked for C$ 203.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Diego (average of C$ 346). Flying from Detroit to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 559). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to San Diego

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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 138AverageC$ 433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 179AverageC$ 271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 611AverageC$ 670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 683AverageC$ 764FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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