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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from C$ 216

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 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SFO
28 Jan — 4 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit All airports to San Francisco are usually found in April or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 23 January 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 406

One-way from

C$ 216

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 919

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,077 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 1,436 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 14/3-17/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 04m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
JetBlue
  • JetBlue
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 12h 14m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 13% potential increase in price (C$ 176 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to San Francisco.

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 January 2025.

Fri 14/36:00 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop15h 47mFrontier
Mon 17/35:58 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop8h 17mFrontier
Deal found 22/1C$ 406
Mon 23/610:05 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop15h 45mSun Country Air
Thu 17/711:59 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop6h 06mSun Country Air
Deal found 22/1C$ 439
Tue 16/912:00 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop10h 37mJetBlue
Sat 27/99:35 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop11h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 23/1C$ 501
Tue 29/47:00 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop9h 32mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/59:45 p.m.SFO - DTW
2 stops28h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 531
Fri 14/36:50 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop10h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 17/312:14 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop7h 50mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 570
Wed 19/27:05 a.m.DTW - SFO
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Wed 5/36:05 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 22/1C$ 607
Tue 25/29:15 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop12h 45mUnited Airlines
Tue 25/211:55 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop14h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/1C$ 680
Fri 14/38:30 a.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mDelta
Mon 17/38:29 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop13h 51mDelta
Deal found 23/1C$ 706

Find flights from Detroit to San Francisco within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Francisco 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 23 January 2025.

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DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/3

6:00 a.m.-6:47 p.m.

1 stop15h 47m

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

5:58 p.m.-5:15 a.m.

1 stop8h 17m

C$ 406

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/6

10:05 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop15h 45m

San Francisco

Thu 17/7

11:59 p.m.-9:05 a.m.

1 stop6h 06m

C$ 439

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/2

12:05 p.m.-9:43 p.m.

1 stop12h 38m

San Francisco

Fri 28/2

11:20 p.m.-12:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 501

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 29/4

7:00 a.m.-1:32 p.m.

1 stop9h 32m

San Francisco

Tue 6/5

9:45 p.m.-5:11 a.m.

2 stops28h 26m

C$ 531

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/3

6:50 a.m.-2:46 p.m.

1 stop10h 56m

San Francisco

Mon 17/3

12:14 p.m.-11:04 p.m.

1 stop7h 50m

C$ 570

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 19/2

7:05 a.m.-2:30 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Wed 5/3

6:05 a.m.-6:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

C$ 607

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 25/2

9:15 a.m.-7:00 p.m.

1 stop12h 45m

San Francisco

Tue 25/2

11:55 p.m.-4:57 p.m.

1 stop14h 02m

C$ 680

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/3

8:55 p.m.-11:19 p.m.

Nonstop5h 24m

San Francisco

Sun 9/3

10:45 p.m.-6:07 a.m.

Nonstop4h 22m

C$ 689

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 27/2

12:45 p.m.-9:59 p.m.

1 stop12h 14m

C$ 216

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 25/2

4:49 p.m.-8:00 a.m.

2 stops18h 11m

C$ 242

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 to San Francisco?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 January 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to San Francisco in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 58% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 21 January 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 23 January 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (10 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 Francisco by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Francisco ranges from 0.0 - 112.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 112.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Francisco when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Francisco by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Francisco, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, September is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 17.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated 23 January 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with JetBlue, Southwest and United Airlines from Detroit to San Francisco to help guide your decision. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
9,699 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
8,508 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
3,186 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

7.4
Good
8,971 reviews
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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 Francisco. 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 Francisco?

    San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Detroit All airports. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily flights to San Francisco from 5 different airlines. 5h 11m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier (C$ 406), Sun Country Air (C$ 439), and JetBlue (C$ 501) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to San Francisco. These flights start at 48% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for JetBlue. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 216. Users have also found prices from C$ 242 and C$ 249 on Alaska Airlines and Sun Country Air, respectively.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: ITA Airways (100%), WestJet (85%), United Airlines( 77%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to San Francisco is C$ 897. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,460. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 295.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of C$ 276). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 Francisco

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FrontierCheapestC$ 181AverageC$ 361FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 224AverageC$ 597FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 315AverageC$ 693FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 526AverageC$ 807FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 688AverageC$ 1,048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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