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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose from C$ 159

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 31/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJC
23 Dec — 30 Dec1
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 (DTW) 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 18 December 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 463

One-way from

C$ 159

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

C$ 650
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 26/1-2/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 16h 19m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 31/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 21m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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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 18 December 2024.

Sat 28/128:58 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop15h 37mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/19:24 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop17h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 696
Sat 28/1210:44 p.m.DTW - SJC
3 stops36h 02mMultiple Airlines
Wed 1/112:04 p.m.SJC - DTW
3 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 864
Mon 30/1211:28 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops12h 38mAlaska Airlines
Mon 6/16:59 p.m.SJC - DTW
3 stops25h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 18/12C$ 1,700
Fri 27/126:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops18h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 31/128:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops12h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 17/12C$ 2,829

Find flights from Detroit to San Jose within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Jose 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 Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 26/1

6:20 a.m.-10:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 21m

San Jose

Sun 2/2

9:34 p.m.-9:32 a.m.

2 stops8h 58m

C$ 463

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/1

4:42 p.m.-1:19 p.m.

2 stops23h 37m

San Jose

Tue 4/2

1:10 p.m.-3:44 p.m.

1 stop23h 34m

C$ 506

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

4:35 p.m.-10:25 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

San Jose

Wed 5/2

6:30 a.m.-5:55 p.m.

2 stops8h 25m

C$ 638

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

2:05 p.m.-9:33 p.m.

3 stops34h 28m

San Jose

Wed 5/3

3:54 p.m.-3:09 p.m.

2 stops20h 15m

C$ 798

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/12

10:44 p.m.-7:46 a.m.

3 stops36h 02m

San Jose

Wed 1/1

12:04 p.m.-9:49 a.m.

3 stops18h 45m

C$ 864

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/1

5:20 a.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop8h 55m

San Jose

Fri 3/1

6:24 p.m.-6:25 a.m.

1 stop9h 01m

C$ 867

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/1

6:20 a.m.-10:41 a.m.

1 stop7h 21m

C$ 159

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 18/3

4:49 p.m.-10:49 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 279

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/1

1:45 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

2 stops9h 55m

C$ 314

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/3

12:15 p.m.-10:06 p.m.

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 324

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to San Jose

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 13 December 2024.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, you should look to book at least 57 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 443). 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 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 18 December 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 18% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 18 December 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Detroit to San Jose, see what other customers have to say about Spirit Airlines and United Airlines. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
9,554 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
8,604 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
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Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

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
9,055 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,119 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,848 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Jose. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 463), Alaska Airlines (C$ 506), and Southwest (C$ 638) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. Spirit Airlines is priced at 20% 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 Jose one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose are Spirit Airlines (C$ 159), Alaska Airlines (C$ 279), and Southwest (C$ 314).

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 443). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 246AverageC$ 417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 454AverageC$ 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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