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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Diego from C$ 106

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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SAN
9 Nov — 16 Nov1
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 4 November 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 250

One-way from

C$ 106

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 21/12-11/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 42m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 07m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
High demand for flights, 13% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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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 4 November 2024.

Sat 21/129:58 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop15h 29mFrontier
Sat 11/112:01 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop29h 13mFrontier
Deal found 3/11C$ 250
Fri 15/119:43 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 3/1212:25 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop13h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 276
Sun 17/116:05 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop25h 47mSun Country Air
Sun 24/115:35 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop13h 25mSun Country Air
Deal found 3/11C$ 413
Sat 21/129:58 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop28h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/17:26 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops16h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 441
Sun 15/128:39 a.m.DTW - SAN
Nonstop5h 07mDelta
Mon 6/16:25 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop13h 34mDelta
Deal found 3/11C$ 660
Sat 16/119:00 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop14h 46mUnited Airlines
Wed 11/127:00 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 729
Tue 24/127:00 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Thu 2/16:35 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops9h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 3/11C$ 735
Sun 3/114:21 p.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops18h 59mAlaska Airlines
Sat 9/1112:38 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops23h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 1,466
Sat 16/117:45 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 50mAmerican Airlines
Sun 1/122:39 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/11C$ 1,597

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 503,521 searches. Data last updated 4 November 2024.

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DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

7:03 p.m.-12:10 p.m.

1 stop20h 07m

C$ 106

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/2

12:06 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

1 stop10h 24m

C$ 188

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/12

12:36 p.m.-4:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 23m

C$ 241

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/1

4:42 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop10h 17m

C$ 280

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/2

9:20 a.m.-9:10 p.m.

2 stops14h 50m

C$ 338

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/1

6:35 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 354

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/12

4:50 p.m.-6:50 p.m.

Nonstop5h 00m

C$ 431

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 21/12

9:58 p.m.-10:27 a.m.

1 stop15h 29m

San Diego

Sat 11/1

12:01 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

1 stop29h 13m

C$ 250

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 15/11

9:43 a.m.-2:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 32m

San Diego

Tue 3/12

12:25 p.m.-5:05 a.m.

1 stop13h 40m

C$ 276

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 17/11

6:05 p.m.-4:52 p.m.

1 stop25h 47m

San Diego

Sun 24/11

5:35 p.m.-10:00 a.m.

1 stop13h 25m

C$ 413

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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 1 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 42 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, September 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$ 561). 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 4 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 evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 43% 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 27 October 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings 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 4 November 2024.

The most flights from DTT to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, 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 4 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with United 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.
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5,089 reviews

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7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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

8.0
Very good
9,423 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.0
Very good
8,829 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.5
Good
3,493 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
9,226 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,089 reviews

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

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 4 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 53m.

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

    Frontier, at C$ 250, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to San Diego.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air. Frontier is 60% 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 Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at C$ 106. JetBlue flights start at C$ 188 while deals on Sun Country Air start at C$ 241 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 LATAM Airlines (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (95%) 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$ 703. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), can usually be booked for C$ 336.

  • 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, September 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$ 561). 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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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 137AverageC$ 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 203AverageC$ 353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 222AverageC$ 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 608AverageC$ 663FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 681AverageC$ 761FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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