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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego from $59

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8:00 am - 11:34 am
DTW
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SAN
6h 34m
1 stop
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7:15 am - 11:38 am
SAN
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DTW
25h 23m
2 stops
$195Frontier
Tue, Apr 21 - Tue, Apr 28
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10:27 pm - 8:04 pm
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SAN
24h 37m
1 stop
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12:25 pm - 10:58 am
SAN
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DTW
19h 33m
1 stop
$197Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Thu, Apr 23
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
DTW
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SAN
10h 40m
1 stop
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6:25 am - 10:58 am
SAN
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DTW
25h 33m
1 stop
$198Frontier
Tue, Apr 7 - Sun, Apr 12
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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SAN
10h 40m
1 stop
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12:12 pm - 12:49 pm
SAN
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DTW
45h 37m
2 stops
$200Frontier
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
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11:54 am - 12:02 am
DTW
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SAN
15h 08m
1 stop
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6:25 am - 10:58 am
SAN
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DTW
25h 33m
1 stop
$201Frontier
Sun, Apr 12 - Thu, Apr 16
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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SAN
10h 40m
1 stop
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12:12 pm - 11:53 am
SAN
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DTW
20h 41m
2 stops
$202Frontier
Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 14
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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SAN
10h 40m
1 stop
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11:01 am - 8:13 pm
SAN
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DTW
30h 12m
2 stops
$203Multiple Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 17
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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SAN
10h 40m
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12:29 pm - 10:08 pm
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DTW
6h 39m
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$205Frontier
Wed, Apr 1 - Tue, Apr 14
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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SAN
10h 40m
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12:29 pm - 10:08 pm
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6h 39m
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$206Frontier
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
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4:22 pm - 12:02 am
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10h 40m
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10:30 am - 9:05 am
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19h 35m
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$207Frontier
Wed, Apr 8 - Wed, Apr 15

Frontier flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

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Frontier
Apr 21
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 34m
1 stop
SAN11:34 amSan Diego
Apr 28
SAN7:15 amSan Diego
25h 23m
2 stops
DTW11:38 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$195
Frontier
Apr 17
DTW10:27 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 37m
1 stop
SAN8:04 pmSan Diego
Apr 23
SAN12:25 pmSan Diego
19h 33m
1 stop
DTW10:58 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$197
Frontier
Apr 7
DTW4:22 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 40m
1 stop
SAN12:02 amSan Diego
Apr 12
SAN6:25 amSan Diego
25h 33m
1 stop
DTW10:58 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$198

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego 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, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
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DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/21

8:00 am-11:34 am

1 stop6h 34m

San Diego

Tue 4/28

7:15 am-11:38 am

2 stops25h 23m

$195

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/17

10:27 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop24h 37m

San Diego

Thu 4/23

12:25 pm-10:58 am

1 stop19h 33m

$197

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Sun 4/12

6:25 am-10:58 am

1 stop25h 33m

$198

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Tue 4/14

12:12 pm-12:49 pm

2 stops45h 37m

$200

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/12

11:54 am-12:02 am

1 stop15h 08m

San Diego

Thu 4/16

6:25 am-10:58 am

1 stop25h 33m

$201

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Tue 4/14

12:12 pm-11:53 am

2 stops20h 41m

$202

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Fri 4/17

11:01 am-8:13 pm

2 stops30h 12m

$203
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/1

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Tue 4/14

12:29 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$205

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Tue 4/14

12:29 pm-10:08 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$206

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

4:22 pm-12:02 am

1 stop10h 40m

San Diego

Wed 4/15

10:30 am-9:05 am

2 stops19h 35m

$207

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of August, then departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $299.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego is on a Friday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Friday will often find tickets for as low as $487. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Wednesday because tickets tend to average around $524. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to San Diego.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Diego?

The cheapest time of day to fly to San Diego is in the morning when flights can be purchased for as low as $495. Flights in the evening are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $553.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $428 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for as low as $332 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego.

How have Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of March 2026, prices for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego flights are approximately 16% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$443

Fastest flight time

4h 45m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the past 72 hours is $443. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $499.
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego takes 4h 45m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego every day.
There is 1 airport in San Diego. From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport there are direct flights to San Diego (SAN).
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  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego is 1950.3 mi. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 45m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego Airport were last updated today.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego Airport?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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Best airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $98Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,516 reviews
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5.7
3,034 reviews
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7.2
2,900 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $233Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,420 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $284Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,317 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $293Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,414 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $299Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,277 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

    Across 19 Delta flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego this week, the average price was $528, with the best Delta deals starting from $299 round-trip. 8,278 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.

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