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Cheap flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SFO - DTW) from $81

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 6/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
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The best prices from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in October or September, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit (DTW). 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 June 2, 2024.

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$231

One-way from

$112
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What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Users have found that leaving on a Monday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 20% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To save up to 73% on this flight, we recommend booking at least 26 days prior to travel. The price may fluctuate and will likely increase closer to your departure date. Users on Cheapflights have found tickets from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from $317 1-2 weeks out and tickets from $596 for flights departing within the next 72 hours.

What is the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in March. For low rates, October can be a great choice for travel to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco in October are about $513 on average during October, but can be found for as low as $109.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from SFO to DTW?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 16% on airfare.

Cheap Delta flights from San Francisco to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between San Francisco and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Delta flights heading from San Francisco to Detroit. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 10/211:35 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 34mDelta
Tue 10/88:25 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 13mDelta
Deal found 5/31$379
Tue 6/115:10 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Tue 8/67:45 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/1$559
Tue 6/116:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Tue 8/67:45 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 6/1$569
Sun 6/95:10 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Sat 8/37:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 08mDelta
Deal found 5/31$589
Tue 6/1110:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Sat 6/1512:35 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/31$609
Tue 6/116:00 amSFO - DTW
1 stop9h 41mDelta
Sat 6/158:40 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 5/31$619
Sun 6/910:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Sat 8/312:16 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop4h 57mDelta
Deal found 5/31$649
Fri 6/710:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Mon 6/108:24 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 06mDelta
Deal found 5/31$659
Fri 6/75:10 amSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Mon 6/106:05 amDTW - SFO
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Deal found 5/31$669

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Delta. Flights from Delta traveling this route typically cost $647.80 RT. This price is typically 59% cheaper than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $408. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Delta flights are 11% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from San Francisco to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Frontier for the route between San Francisco and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've found from San Francisco to Detroit. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Tue 9/312:24 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 02mFrontier
Tue 9/106:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$181
Tue 9/312:58 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Sat 9/75:51 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 24mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$190
Tue 9/2412:58 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Sat 9/2812:25 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop22h 17mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$192
Wed 8/1410:02 amSFO - DTW
1 stop16h 18mFrontier
Tue 8/2012:59 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop13h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$199
Tue 6/1112:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 43mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$203
Tue 6/1110:38 amSFO - DTW
2 stops27h 33mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$204
Tue 6/118:25 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops17h 46mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$208
Tue 6/118:25 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops17h 46mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$209
Thu 7/189:15 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 57mFrontier
Tue 8/276:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 15mFrontier
Deal found 5/30$216

  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $504.84 RT. This price is typically 36% cheaper than other airlines that offer San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $243. San Francisco Airport is the most common San Francisco airport to take off from when flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. When flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Frontier flights are 3% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap San Francisco to Detroit flights in June & July 2024

Find cheap flight options from San Francisco to Detroit specifically for the months of June and July 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Prices were last updated on June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Detroit in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Mon 6/106:08 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Fri 6/141:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$253
Wed 6/1210:36 amSFO - DTW
2 stops28h 06mFrontier
Tue 6/256:32 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$254
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 28mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$255
Mon 6/311:07 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Wed 6/126:36 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$256
Sun 6/2312:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Tue 6/256:32 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$257
Sat 6/19:08 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 50mFrontier
Sat 6/86:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop11h 37mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$258
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 28mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop21h 44mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$262
Wed 6/510:37 amSFO - DTW
1 stop15h 54mFrontier
Wed 6/126:36 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$264
Sun 6/910:17 amSFO - DTW
1 stop15h 17mFrontier
Mon 6/106:04 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$265

San Francisco to Detroit 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between San Francisco and Detroit in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Listed are some of the best fares we've found on flights departing from San Francisco to Detroit in 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Wed 9/1112:58 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Mon 9/161:40 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 47mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$250
Thu 7/1110:16 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop27h 14mFrontier
Mon 7/156:20 amDTW - SFO
2 stops12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$251
Mon 6/106:08 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Fri 6/141:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$253
Fri 6/2111:29 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop11h 55mFrontier
Mon 6/241:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$254
Sat 6/2212:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Tue 6/256:32 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$255
Mon 6/311:07 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 03mFrontier
Wed 6/126:36 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 01mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$256
Sun 6/2312:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Tue 6/256:32 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$257
Mon 6/246:08 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Wed 6/266:36 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$258
Wed 7/318:22 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops29h 23mFrontier
Wed 8/710:18 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop28h 41mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$260

Non-stop flights to Detroit from San Francisco

Discover non-stop flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
If you're seeking options on non-stop flights from San Francisco to Detroit, check out these fares. Those looking to potentially save on 1 or 2-stop flights from San Francisco to Detroit should utilize the search form at the the top of the page.
Tue 8/209:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Mon 8/267:45 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/31$399
Mon 7/2210:59 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 31mDelta
Tue 9/244:35 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 15mDelta
Deal found 5/31$419
Wed 8/79:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Mon 8/197:45 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/31$439
Wed 7/249:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Thu 8/110:50 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/31$459
Fri 6/2110:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Fri 7/512:15 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 5/31$479
Thu 7/119:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Sun 8/1110:50 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 01mDelta
Deal found 5/31$499
Thu 6/2010:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Thu 7/117:45 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 00mDelta
Deal found 5/31$509
Thu 8/2210:55 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Sat 8/247:28 amDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 5/31$519
Fri 6/1410:10 pmSFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 32mDelta
Sat 6/228:40 pmDTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 05mDelta
Deal found 6/1$529

San Francisco to Detroit flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from San Francisco to Detroit for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Have a look at some of the flights available from San Francisco to Detroit departing last-minute. Tip: verify your flight details before completing your reservation.
Mon 6/106:08 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 53mFrontier
Fri 6/141:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$253
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 28mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop18h 59mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$255
Sat 6/812:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 39mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop21h 44mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$256
Thu 6/69:15 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Mon 6/106:04 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$258
Mon 6/1012:59 amSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 28mFrontier
Sat 6/156:00 amDTW - SFO
1 stop21h 44mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$262
Sun 6/910:17 amSFO - DTW
1 stop15h 17mFrontier
Mon 6/106:04 amDTW - SFO
1 stop9h 05mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$265
Sun 6/912:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Fri 6/141:37 pmDTW - SFO
1 stop12h 23mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$267
Tue 6/1112:59 amSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 12mFrontier
Tue 6/256:32 amDTW - SFO
1 stop10h 24mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$269
Thu 6/612:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Fri 6/76:00 amDTW - SFO
2 stops13h 48mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$273

One-way flights to Detroit from San Francisco

Search for one-way flight options from San Francisco to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from San Francisco to Detroit. For those needing a return trip from San Francisco, there is a search form available above.
Wed 6/1212:07 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops24h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/1$81
Tue 6/1112:22 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop13h 43mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$104
Thu 9/512:58 amSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$107
Tue 6/118:25 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops17h 46mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$108
Tue 7/96:38 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$110
Tue 7/96:38 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop7h 16mFrontier
Deal found 6/1$111
Mon 7/159:23 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop10h 17mJetBlue
Deal found 5/31$112
Fri 9/67:42 pmSFO - DTW
1 stop12h 43mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$113
Tue 6/1112:22 pmSFO - DTW
2 stops25h 49mFrontier
Deal found 5/31$114

Find flights from San Francisco to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Detroit 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 2,810,401 searches. Data last updated June 2, 2024.

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San Francisco

Tue 9/3

1 stop13h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/10

1 stop9h 15m

$181

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San Francisco

Tue 9/3

1 stop7h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/7

1 stop9h 24m

$190

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SFO - DTW

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San Francisco

Tue 9/24

1 stop7h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/28

1 stop22h 17m

$192

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 8/14

1 stop16h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/20

1 stop13h 59m

$199

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 9/4

1 stop7h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/8

1 stop24h 15m

$262

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

SFO - DTW

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San Francisco

Wed 7/17

1 stop6h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/22

1 stop26h 53m

$310

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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San Francisco

Wed 10/9

1 stop11h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/15

1 stop9h 49m

$332

San FranciscoDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 10/2

Nonstop4h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/8

Nonstop5h 13m

$379

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SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 7/16

1 stop9h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/22

1 stop10h 19m

$380

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How far ahead should I book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on May 31, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 9 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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What is the cheapest day to fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from San Francisco to Detroit. Price data was last updated on May 26, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Monday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Best time to book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from San Francisco with our price prediction graph.
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Temperature and rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

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24.8 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated June 2, 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from San Francisco to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Delta, Frontier and Sun Country Air. 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
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Delta
8.0
Very good
10,410 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

JetBlue
7.6
Good
4,346 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

WestJet
7.5
Good
2,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,754 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.1
Very good
9,198 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.3

Food

7.3

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 10

Paid a lot for our exit row seats and they weren’t that roomy.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from San Francisco to Detroit?

    You will need to book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County if you want to fly from San Francisco to Detroit. At least 8 different airlines have flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) on a regular basis. There are 7 flights to Detroit from the San Francisco airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from SFO to DTW to be around 4h 24m.

  • Can I find flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $181, but on average you can expect to pay $216.

  • Are there nonstop flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $400 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is less than $538.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $300?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport within the next 7 days for less than $300.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday.

  • How many flights depart from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per day?

    On average 5 flights depart from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport per day.
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 60% of flight departures
    Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 40% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Frontier fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 13h 02m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to . There are 2085 mi between San Francisco and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $181. Frontier is 65% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $104 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $112 and Sun Country Air from $137 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider China Southern (100%), Virgin Atlantic (94%) or KLM (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $968, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $144. The most popular route (San Francisco - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $208.

  • What does SFO to DTW mean?

    This is defined as San Francisco Airport (SFO) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Codes like Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your San Francisco to Detroit flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from San Francisco to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter San Francisco to Detroit flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from San Francisco to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from San Francisco to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from San Francisco to Detroit?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on San Francisco to Detroit flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals updated?

    The San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 6/1.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    When booking a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you may want to consider flying on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines or JetBlue as they are the most popular for this route.

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $223). Flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $303). 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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