Direct Flights and Great Deals from San Diego (SAN) to Detroit (DTW)
Cheapest flight found
$191
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: SAN → DTW
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$191
Highest Fare
$314
Median Fare
$230
Price Spread
$123
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $191)
Most expensive month: July 2026 (from $314)
Biggest price drop caught: $150 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from San Diego to Detroit range from $191 to $314, a $123 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $150 between hourly checks on this route.
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From
San Diego (SAN)
To
Detroit (DTW)
Airport Information
San Diego (SAN)
San Diego International Airport (SAN) is renowned for its incredibly close proximity to the city's downtown business district, offering passengers breathtaking views of the urban skyline and San Diego Bay during every takeoff and landing. As the busiest single-runway commercial airport in the United States, it operates with remarkable efficiency across its two main terminals, featuring local culinary favorites that celebrate the region's famous craft beer scene and coastal heritage.
Detroit (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), situated in Romulus, Michigan, stands as a premier international gateway known for its ease of navigation and modern infrastructure. The airport is dominated by the massive, state-of-the-art McNamara Terminal, which features an iconic underground LED light tunnel and an indoor tram system. DTW is consistently recognized for its high passenger satisfaction scores, offering a vast array of high-end retail shops and diverse dining options that cater to international travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the average flight from San Diego to Detroit?
A non-stop flight typically takes about 4 hours and 30 minutes, covering a distance of approximately 1,950 miles.
Which airlines offer direct flights between SAN and DTW?
Delta Air Lines is the primary carrier providing daily non-stop service between these two major cities.
What is the time difference between San Diego and Detroit?
Detroit is in the Eastern Time Zone, which is 3 hours ahead of San Diego's Pacific Time Zone.
What are the best transportation options from DTW to downtown Detroit?
Travelers can use rideshare services like Uber and Lyft, traditional taxis, or the SMART fast bus service, which provides a budget-friendly connection to the city center.
Is it cheaper to fly into Detroit on a weekday?
Typically, flying on Tuesdays or Wednesdays can result in lower fares compared to the high-demand periods of Friday and Sunday.
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