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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José from $96

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6:28 am - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
6h 44m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$208Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
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8:59 pm - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
16h 13m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$248Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
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6:28 am - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
6h 44m1 stop
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12:18 pm - 11:40 pmSJO-DTW
9h 22m1 stop
$250Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 27
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8:59 pm - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
16h 13m2 stops
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12:18 pm - 11:40 pmSJO-DTW
9h 22m1 stop
$264Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Aug 22 - Wed, Aug 27
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1:13 pm - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
23h 59m2 stops
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7:30 am - 10:44 pmSJO-DTW
13h 14m1 stop
$265
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Wed, Aug 20 - Fri, Aug 29
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7:02 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 11m1 stop
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7:30 am - 10:40 pmSJO-DTW
13h 10m1 stop
$274
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Fri, Oct 3 - Mon, Oct 6
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8:59 pm - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
16h 13m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 6:12 pmSJO-DTW
27h 53m2 stops
$276Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 9
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7:02 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 11m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$282
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Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
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6:41 am - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$284Spirit Airlines
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Fri, Sep 12 - Mon, Sep 15
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6:41 am - 12:14 pmDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 12:25 amSJO-DTW
10h 06m1 stop
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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 2
DTW6:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 9
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 24m
1 stop
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$208
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 2
DTW8:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 13m
2 stops
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 9
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 24m
1 stop
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$248
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Spirit Airlines
Aug 22
DTW6:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 27
SJO12:18 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 22m
1 stop
DTW11:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$250
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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$208

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

8:59 pm-11:12 am

2 stops16h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$248

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

12:18 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$250

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

8:59 pm-11:12 am

2 stops16h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 8/27

12:18 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$264

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/20

1:13 pm-11:12 am

2 stops23h 59m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/29

7:30 am-10:44 pm

1 stop13h 14m

$265

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/3

7:02 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 10/6

7:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$274

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/2

8:59 pm-11:12 am

2 stops16h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/9

12:19 pm-6:12 pm

2 stops27h 53m

$276

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/12

7:02 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$282

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/12

6:41 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/15

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$284

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

6:41 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

1:19 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 06m

$285

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province?

The month of October is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with most prices found around $389. If you’re not able to fly to San José, San José Province in October, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province during September average around $391.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $479. The most expensive day to fly to San José, San José Province is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around $750.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José, San José Province?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province when you can find flight prices for as low as $444. Flying to San José, San José Province in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to San José, San José Province, so prices are often more expensive at around $654 per ticket.

How far in advance should I book a flight to San José, San José Province?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José, San José Province from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José, San José Province for around $570 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José, San José Province from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for as low as $392 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province flight.

How have Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province flights are approximately 19% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province (DTW to SJO) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$96

Fastest flight time

6h 33m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San José, San José Province

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The best one-way flight to San José, San José Province from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the past 72 hours is $96. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $208.
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province takes 6h 33m
There are no direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport - San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.
There is 1 airport near San José, San José Province: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and San José Juan Santamaria Intl is about 2229.9 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 33m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province?

Best airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San José, San José Province

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