Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area from $69
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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
In general, April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $407. If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco Bay Area during the month of April, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $466.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco Bay Area?
On average, the least expensive day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area from Detroit is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $630. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $846.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco Bay Area?
Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to San Francisco Bay Area is at noon. Flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area during this time can be as low as $609. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco Bay Area is in the evening when prices are around $829.
What is the cheapest Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area flight route?
Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Oakland for the best Detroit - San Francisco Bay Area flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco Bay Area?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco Bay Area from Detroit when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco Bay Area for around $560 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco Bay Area from Detroit for as low as $415 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area flights?
There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area 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 Francisco Bay Area?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier, and Sun Country Air are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area
What airlines fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
Delta, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco Bay Area. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco Bay Area on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area on average per day?
As of April 2025, there are 8 flights per day flying from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area. The most common time of day flights depart is 8:00AM, with 44% of flights taking off in the afternoon.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area on average per week?
57 flights are operational weekly from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area as of April 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.
Cheap Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area flight deals and tips
Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area
Best Price Found | $69 |
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Fastest flight time | 4h 51m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco Bay Area | 3 airports |
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
Prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
As of April 2025, there are 8 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
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 Francisco Bay Area.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Bay Area?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Bay Area may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Bay Area. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area is Airbus A320neo (13.87% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A321-100/200 (13.70%), Airbus A320 (sharklets) (12.46%), and Airbus A321neo (12.31%).
Best airlines flying from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom $136 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.9 346 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $138 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.3 7,962 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $143 | Free Cancellation | Rating 5.9 3,287 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $227 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.3 2,922 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $236 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $238 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,696 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $289 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 7,934 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom $364 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 4,294 reviews |
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
To find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo gathers a range of flights from a large pool of different airlines and agents; you can then use our insights and filters to find and book the right flight to San Francisco Bay Area from Detroit.
Can I find flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area with flexible booking policies on momondo?
All flight searches from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.
How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area?
Once you have performed a search for Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
If you are not ready to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco Bay Area now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to San Francisco Bay Area and let you know when they change.