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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to San Diego
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and San Diego?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?
If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of July, then departing from Detroit during the month August is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $398.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego?
The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to San Diego is on a Wednesday. Travelers who choose to depart for San Diego on a Wednesday will often find tickets for as low as $524. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Sunday because tickets tend to average around $615. 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 at noon when flights can be purchased for as low as $311. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $548.
What is the cheapest Detroit to San Diego flight route?
Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego for the best Detroit - San Diego flight prices
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 when booking 4 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around $470 when searching 4 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Detroit for as low as $404 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Detroit to San Diego flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to San Diego flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to San Diego?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Sun Country Air are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Diego
What airlines fly to San Diego?
Delta, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per day?
As of April 2025, there are 6 flights per day flying from Detroit to San Diego. The most common time of day flights depart is 4:00PM, with 52% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per week?
44 flights are operational weekly from Detroit to San Diego as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 18% of flights per week taking off on this day.
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How far is Detroit to San Diego by plane?
Detroit and San Diego are 1966.6 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 4h 34m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
As of April 2025, there are 6 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your San Diego Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to San Diego is Airbus A321-100/200 (94.01% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320neo (0.94%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (0.75%), and Airbus A321neo (0.75%).
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to San Diego?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Detroit to San Diego is Delta, representing 59% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Spirit Airlines at 17%, Frontier at 10%, and American Airlines at 7%.
Best airlines flying from Detroit to San Diego
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to San Diego with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $106 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,956 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $148 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,284 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $190 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $228 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,696 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $409 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,929 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $416 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,295 reviews |
Delta Flights From Detroit to San Diego
Across 21 Delta flights from Detroit to San Diego this week, the average price was $543, with the best Delta deals starting from $409 round-trip. 7,929 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
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We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Detroit to San Diego for you.
Can I find flights from Detroit to San Diego with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to San Diego from Detroit with this policy.
How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to San Diego?
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I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to San Diego from Detroit. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.