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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego from C$ 133

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 15/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
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 Wednesday or Monday 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 294

One-way from

C$ 133

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

C$ 777
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/2-18/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 15h 34m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 15/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 10m 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 18 December 2024.

Tue 24/1210:20 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop28h 34mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/16:06 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops17h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 751
Wed 25/126:15 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop11h 58mFrontier
Thu 2/16:25 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop12h 15mFrontier
Deal found 18/12C$ 760
Mon 23/1212:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 47mDelta
Fri 17/17:25 a.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 20mDelta
Deal found 17/12C$ 927
Wed 18/124:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 13mUnited Airlines
Tue 7/12:14 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,017
Fri 27/121:05 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Tue 31/128:00 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops10h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 17/12C$ 1,120
Fri 20/125:52 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops19h 20mSpirit Airlines
Sun 22/124:42 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops22h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 1,244
Fri 20/127:24 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sun 22/126:15 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 1,250
Tue 31/1211:23 a.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops12h 41mAlaska Airlines
Sun 5/18:55 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops20h 48mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 1,311

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 18 December 2024.

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DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/2

6:20 a.m.-5:59 p.m.

2 stops14h 39m

San Diego

Tue 18/2

3:00 p.m.-4:18 a.m.

1 stop10h 18m

C$ 289

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/3

12:53 p.m.-7:30 p.m.

1 stop9h 37m

San Diego

Sun 30/3

8:45 p.m.-11:44 a.m.

1 stop11h 59m

C$ 386

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/1

4:42 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops18h 38m

San Diego

Sat 8/2

6:15 a.m.-11:43 p.m.

1 stop14h 28m

C$ 421

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/1

4:42 p.m.-8:20 a.m.

2 stops18h 38m

San Diego

Sat 18/1

8:00 a.m.-3:44 p.m.

2 stops28h 44m

C$ 497

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/6

7:00 p.m.-5:19 p.m.

1 stop25h 19m

San Diego

Wed 18/6

6:23 p.m.-9:11 a.m.

1 stop11h 48m

C$ 528

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/1

8:55 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

San Diego

Tue 21/1

8:25 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

C$ 608

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/1

8:25 a.m.-8:31 p.m.

1 stop15h 06m

San Diego

Tue 21/1

7:25 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

Nonstop4h 20m

C$ 630

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/1

2:24 p.m.-7:53 p.m.

2 stops8h 29m

San Diego

Tue 21/1

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

2 stops9h 00m

C$ 641

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/1

6:08 a.m.-10:18 p.m.

2 stops19h 10m

C$ 133

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/6

10:05 a.m.-5:19 p.m.

1 stop10h 14m

C$ 261

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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 13 December 2024.

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, 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$ 569). 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 18 December 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 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.

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 18 December 2024.
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
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,552 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,279 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,059 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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 2 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. 11h 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$ 294), JetBlue (C$ 473), and Alaska Airlines (C$ 497) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is priced at 56% 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$ 133 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Sun Country Air from C$ 261 and Alaska Airlines from C$ 273 one-way.

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

    Consider WestJet (95%), Korean Air (93%) or Aeromexico (92%) 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$ 784, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 698. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), is priced around C$ 963.

  • 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$ 569). 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$ 140AverageC$ 442FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 183AverageC$ 291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 197AverageC$ 367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 623AverageC$ 675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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