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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose from C$ 234

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 13/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
29 Apr — 6 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Jose (SJC). 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 24 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 393

One-way from

C$ 234

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 474
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 16/5-19/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 53m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 13/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 44m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (C$ 15 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Jose. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 24 April 2025.

Fri 16/57:59 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop6h 30mSpirit Airlines
Mon 19/511:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop15h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 393
Sun 25/57:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop10h 51mAlaska Airlines
Sun 25/55:46 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop8h 28mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 533
Sat 24/55:56 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 24mDelta
Sun 25/56:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Deal found 23/4C$ 541
Sun 25/56:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops10h 21mUnited Airlines
Tue 3/66:23 p.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops12h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 601
Tue 24/65:35 p.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops8h 20mSouthwest
Mon 30/61:35 p.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops8h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 23/4C$ 633
Mon 2/65:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops9h 58mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/66:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop20h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 702
Fri 27/67:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop10h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 30/66:11 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 52mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 885
Mon 19/55:55 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 24/53:50 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop10h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/4C$ 947

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

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/5

7:59 p.m.-11:29 p.m.

1 stop6h 30m

San Jose

Mon 19/5

11:00 a.m.-5:23 a.m.

1 stop15h 23m

C$ 393

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 25/5

7:00 a.m.-2:51 p.m.

1 stop10h 51m

San Jose

Sun 25/5

5:46 p.m.-5:14 a.m.

1 stop8h 28m

C$ 533

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/5

5:56 p.m.-10:20 p.m.

1 stop7h 24m

San Jose

Sun 25/5

6:30 a.m.-3:34 p.m.

1 stop6h 04m

C$ 541

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 25/5

6:00 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

2 stops10h 21m

San Jose

Tue 3/6

6:23 p.m.-10:05 a.m.

2 stops12h 42m

C$ 601

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/6

5:35 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 20m

San Jose

Mon 30/6

1:35 p.m.-1:05 a.m.

2 stops8h 30m

C$ 633

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/6

5:00 a.m.-11:58 a.m.

2 stops9h 58m

San Jose

Tue 10/6

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

1 stop20h 45m

C$ 702

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 27/6

7:00 a.m.-2:29 p.m.

1 stop10h 29m

San Jose

Mon 30/6

6:11 p.m.-5:03 a.m.

1 stop7h 52m

C$ 885

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 19/5

5:55 p.m.-10:54 p.m.

1 stop7h 59m

San Jose

Sat 24/5

3:50 p.m.-5:14 a.m.

1 stop10h 24m

C$ 947

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/6

8:20 p.m.-10:04 a.m.

1 stop16h 44m

C$ 234

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/5

7:00 a.m.-2:51 p.m.

1 stop10h 51m

C$ 270

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Jose. Price data was last updated on 18 April 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to San Jose may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 46 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit to San Jose in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 459). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 24 April 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 17% on flights from Detroit to San Jose by exploring options for tickets at noon.

Rainfall in San Jose by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Jose ranges from 0.0 - 79.0 mm per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Jose when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Jose by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Jose, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated 24 April 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to San Jose, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
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Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,286 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,920 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,393 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,685 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,918 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 393), Alaska Airlines (C$ 533), and Delta (C$ 541) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to San Jose. You may be able to fly from Detroit to San Jose for 18% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit to San Jose are Spirit Airlines (C$ 234), Alaska Airlines (C$ 270), and Delta (C$ 271).

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

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  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit to San Jose in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 459). 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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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 256AverageC$ 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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