Cheap Flights from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in November.

Direct flights from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County

San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from San Diego International to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

San Diego to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$157
Cheapest month to flyNovember
Average flight time4 hrs, 28 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week39

Finding cheap flights from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County is $156. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 28 minutes is the average flight time from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County.
Delta, KLM and Air France fly direct from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County.
As of October 2024, there are 39 flights per week flying from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from San Diego International to Detroit Wayne County is usually October 2024.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Wednesday, 20 November 2024.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 28 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Spirit Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • The average length of a direct flight from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 4 hours 26 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, making Detroit 3 hours ahead of San Diego.

  • Every week, there are 37 flights from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you'd like to take off early, select the 06:15 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before you fly, the latest flight from SAN to DTW is 22:15 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Heading off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. To be on the safe side, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' and explore your options. These are the top stopovers between SAN and DTW:

    • Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Harry Reid Airport (formerly McCarran Airport)

How to find the cheapest flights from San Diego International Airport (SAN) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • $55 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Return flights start at $157. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.

  • To get your hands on flight tickets from SAN to DTW, book your trip 10 months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from SAN to DTW is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when the price has dropped.

  • Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about San Diego International Airport (SAN)

  • Travelling from central San Diego to San Diego International Airport takes approximately 20 minutes on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or hail a cab, you'll cover the 5 kilometres in 9 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Catching an early flight from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these hotels near SAN:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 27 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To avoid the crowds, travel to Detroit in February.

  • Book your flight from San Diego International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to visit Detroit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15 ºC and 30 ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -12 ºC and 3 ºC. Search for flight tickets from SAN to DTW around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

More about Detroit

  • When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best stays in Detroit right here. Explore these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from SAN to DTW:

  • Detroit Institute of Arts and Motown Museum are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your Detroit to-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Michigan Central Station.

Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental

  • After you've secured your cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, discover the lowest prices and exclusive rates for hotels. You can also compare a range of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Detroit holiday.

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