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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from C$ 197

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 1/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SFO
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: 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 Thursday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

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 28 March 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 393

One-way from

C$ 197

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 885

Good round-trip deal

C$ 1,164 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 641 or less
Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 4/5-7/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 37h 07m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 1/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price (C$ 147 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 28 March 2025.

Fri 12/92:30 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop12h 22mJetBlue
Tue 23/910:30 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop10h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 26/3C$ 384
Sun 4/57:06 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop25h 07mSun Country Air
Wed 7/56:09 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop12h 00mSun Country Air
Deal found 25/3C$ 393
Wed 9/44:46 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop9h 12mFrontier
Fri 11/46:51 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop15h 29mFrontier
Deal found 27/3C$ 399
Wed 16/46:27 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop11h 28mAmerican Airlines
Tue 22/45:02 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop11h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 406
Fri 18/412:40 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 09mDelta
Sun 27/43:59 p.m.SFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mDelta
Deal found 26/3C$ 413
Fri 18/47:16 a.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 22mUnited Airlines
Mon 21/412:08 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 422
Wed 23/45:13 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop8h 00mAlaska Airlines
Sun 27/46:00 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop7h 17mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 26/3C$ 440
Fri 15/87:30 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Fri 22/87:15 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 26/3C$ 442

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to San Francisco that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/5

7:06 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop25h 07m

San Francisco

Wed 7/5

6:09 p.m.-9:09 a.m.

1 stop12h 00m

C$ 393

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/4

4:46 p.m.-10:58 p.m.

1 stop9h 12m

San Francisco

Fri 11/4

6:51 p.m.-1:20 p.m.

1 stop15h 29m

C$ 399

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/4

6:27 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

1 stop11h 28m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

5:02 a.m.-7:29 p.m.

1 stop11h 27m

C$ 406

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/4

7:16 a.m.-9:38 a.m.

Nonstop5h 22m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

9:10 a.m.-4:57 p.m.

Nonstop4h 47m

C$ 413

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/4

5:13 p.m.-10:13 p.m.

1 stop8h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 27/4

6:00 a.m.-4:17 p.m.

1 stop7h 17m

C$ 440

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/4

2:30 p.m.-12:23 a.m.

1 stop12h 53m

San Francisco

Wed 30/4

8:00 a.m.-11:02 p.m.

1 stop12h 02m

C$ 446

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/6

6:15 p.m.-8:23 p.m.

Nonstop5h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 18/6

6:00 a.m.-10:28 p.m.

1 stop13h 28m

C$ 455

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/4

6:45 a.m.-3:10 p.m.

2 stops11h 25m

San Francisco

Tue 22/4

6:00 a.m.-5:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 45m

C$ 492

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/5

6:23 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop25h 50m

C$ 197

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 23/4

5:13 p.m.-10:13 p.m.

1 stop8h 00m

C$ 220

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to San Francisco

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 21 March 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 28 March 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 30% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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 23 March 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 28 March 2025.

The most flights from DTT to SFO are scheduled on a Thursday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, 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 28 March 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,798 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,896 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,603 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,923 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Merlyn,Feb 2025

LAX - SMF

New Terminal is neat, lost of stores and places to catch a bite.

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 7 daily flights to San Francisco from 4 different airlines. 5h 04m 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, Sun Country Air (C$ 393), Frontier (C$ 399), and American Airlines (C$ 406) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to San Francisco. These flights start at 51% 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 Sun Country Air. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 197. Users have also found prices from C$ 220 and C$ 240 on Alaska Airlines and Frontier, 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: China Eastern (100%), ITA Airways (90%), WestJet( 75%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to San Francisco is C$ 498. On average you can expect to pay C$ 1,295. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 342.

  • 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 171AverageC$ 346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 313AverageC$ 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 595AverageC$ 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 684AverageC$ 1,015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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