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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego from C$ 131

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
22 Jan — 29 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego are usually found in September or April, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 17 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 264

One-way from

C$ 131

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 673
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 2/2-6/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 46h 14m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 6/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 31m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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High demand for flights, 4% potential price rise
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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 17 January 2025.

Sun 4/51:35 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop9h 19mFrontier
Tue 13/57:18 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 02mFrontier
Deal found 15/1C$ 264
Sun 2/28:00 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops17h 18mSpirit Airlines
Thu 6/27:26 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 34mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 290
Thu 13/32:43 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop12h 37mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/38:14 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop12h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 300
Thu 27/24:49 p.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops17h 51mAlaska Airlines
Tue 11/34:29 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops20h 24mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 510
Thu 6/212:05 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 13mJetBlue
Wed 12/28:30 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop10h 45mJetBlue
Deal found 15/1C$ 515
Fri 18/710:05 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 14mSun Country Air
Sun 20/76:23 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop11h 42mSun Country Air
Deal found 16/1C$ 517
Thu 13/38:30 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop12h 36mDelta
Sun 16/310:00 p.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 16mDelta
Deal found 15/1C$ 641
Tue 17/68:38 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 23mAmerican Airlines
Sat 21/610:52 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 15/1C$ 747
Tue 27/52:15 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 03mUnited Airlines
Sat 31/510:43 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops8h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 16/1C$ 753
Fri 14/26:50 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops9h 10mSouthwest
Fri 21/211:50 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 15/1C$ 773

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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

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DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/2

9:14 p.m.-11:31 a.m.

1 stop17h 17m

San Diego

Thu 6/2

12:17 p.m.-8:14 p.m.

1 stop28h 57m

C$ 264

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/2

8:00 a.m.-10:18 p.m.

2 stops17h 18m

San Diego

Thu 6/2

7:26 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

1 stop6h 34m

C$ 290

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 13/3

2:43 p.m.-12:20 a.m.

1 stop12h 37m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

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

1 stop12h 47m

C$ 300

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/2

12:35 p.m.-7:18 p.m.

1 stop9h 43m

San Diego

Sun 9/2

8:30 p.m.-11:20 a.m.

1 stop11h 50m

C$ 390

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 27/2

4:49 p.m.-7:40 a.m.

2 stops17h 51m

San Diego

Tue 11/3

4:29 p.m.-3:53 p.m.

2 stops20h 24m

C$ 510

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 13/3

8:30 a.m.-6:06 p.m.

1 stop12h 36m

San Diego

Sun 16/3

10:00 p.m.-5:16 a.m.

Nonstop4h 16m

C$ 641

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/2

6:50 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

San Diego

Fri 21/2

11:50 a.m.-11:55 p.m.

2 stops9h 05m

C$ 773

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/3

8:40 a.m.-8:16 p.m.

2 stops14h 36m

San Diego

Thu 27/3

7:00 a.m.-10:15 p.m.

1 stop12h 15m

C$ 795

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/2

1:21 p.m.-11:52 p.m.

1 stop13h 31m

C$ 131

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/2

12:00 p.m.-10:18 p.m.

2 stops13h 18m

C$ 132

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 10 January 2025.

Booking 53 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 322). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 568). 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 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 17 January 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 48% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 17 January 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 17 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, United Airlines and Delta from Detroit to San Diego have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,681 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,511 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,199 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,965 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,659 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

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?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego. There are 5 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 4 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 58m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to San Diego typically takes.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier (C$ 264), Spirit Airlines (C$ 290), and JetBlue (C$ 390) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. Frontier is priced at 61% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 131 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from C$ 132 and Alaska Airlines from C$ 174 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Consider ITA Airways (83%), WestJet (83%) or Aeromexico (80%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego? While on average our users pay C$ 717, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 717. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), is priced around C$ 243.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 322). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in March is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 568). 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$ 141AverageC$ 481FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 194AverageC$ 289FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 198AverageC$ 351FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 627AverageC$ 688FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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