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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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.
DTW — SAN
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego are usually found in April or September, booked 12 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday 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 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 302

One-way from

C$ 183

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 5/12-9/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 46m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 19/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 48m 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 21 November 2024.

Thu 5/129:10 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop14h 03mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/126:25 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop10h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 302
Thu 5/128:03 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop15h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/125:58 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop8h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 354
Sat 14/128:25 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop13h 13mDelta
Fri 20/123:37 p.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Deal found 20/11C$ 609
Tue 17/128:55 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops12h 37mUnited Airlines
Thu 19/127:00 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 19/11C$ 749
Tue 31/127:00 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops10h 05mSouthwest
Fri 3/12:10 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 19/11C$ 816
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$ 860

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 21 November 2024.

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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

Thu 5/12

8:03 p.m.-8:13 a.m.

1 stop15h 10m

San Diego

Mon 9/12

5:58 p.m.-5:44 a.m.

1 stop8h 46m

C$ 354

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$ 380

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

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$ 499

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

Tue 24/12

10:23 p.m.-5:45 a.m.

Nonstop4h 22m

C$ 609

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/2

8:00 a.m.-2:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 50m

San Diego

Sun 23/2

7:50 a.m.-5:15 p.m.

1 stop6h 25m

C$ 653

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/2

7:15 a.m.-11:28 a.m.

1 stop7h 13m

San Diego

Tue 25/2

8:50 a.m.-10:09 p.m.

1 stop10h 19m

C$ 678

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

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 18/5

7:00 p.m.-5:21 p.m.

1 stop25h 21m

C$ 221

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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 15 November 2024.

Booking 12 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 346). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 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 21 November 2024.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 45% 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 18 November 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 21 November 2024.

The most flights from DTW to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 21 November 2024.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
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Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Overall

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?

    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 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 5h 12m 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, Spirit Airlines (C$ 354), Alaska Airlines (C$ 380), and Frontier (C$ 414) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is priced at 46% 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$ 183 on Alaska Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sun Country Air from C$ 221 and Delta from C$ 296 one-way.

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

    Consider ITA Airways (100%), WestJet (100%) or Aeromexico (96%) 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$ 683, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 669. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), is priced around C$ 268.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 346). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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$ 137AverageC$ 432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 179AverageC$ 270FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 363FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 610AverageC$ 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 682AverageC$ 762FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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