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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $129

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8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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1:20 pm - 11:54 pmSJO-DTW
9h 34m1 stop
$223Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 20
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8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 10:46 pmSJO-DTW
8h 16m1 stop
$226Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
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7:17 pm - 12:25 pmDTW-SJO
18h 08m2 stops
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1:30 pm - 10:46 pmSJO-DTW
8h 16m1 stop
$240Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
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7:00 am - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
29h 39m3 stops
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1:30 pm - 11:54 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$258Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Wed, Nov 19
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8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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11:24 am - 10:17 amSJO-DTW
21h 53m2 stops
$269Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 20
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8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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11:24 am - 9:46 amSJO-DTW
21h 22m2 stops
$270Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 24
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6:40 pm - 12:25 pmDTW-SJO
18h 45m1 stop
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1:16 am - 10:00 amSJO-DTW
7h 44m1 stop
$277Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 6 - Mon, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 12:25 pmDTW-SJO
7h 25m1 stop
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1:16 am - 10:00 amSJO-DTW
7h 44m1 stop
$278Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jan 6 - Tue, Jan 13
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7:00 am - 3:26 pmDTW-SJO
9h 26m1 stop
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7:22 am - 12:19 amSJO-DTW
15h 57m1 stop
$283Multiple Airlines
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Sat, Jan 24 - Sat, Jan 31
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9:34 pm - 12:25 pmDTW-SJO
39h 51m2 stops
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12:39 pm - 5:17 pmSJO-DTW
27h 38m1 stop
$297Multiple Airlines
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Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to San José

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to San José flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Nov 16
DTW8:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 20
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
1 stop
DTW11:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$223
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Spirit Airlines
Nov 17
DTW8:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 19
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 16m
1 stop
DTW10:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$226
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Spirit Airlines
Nov 17
DTW7:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 08m
2 stops
SJO12:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 19
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 16m
1 stop
DTW10:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$240
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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

1:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$223

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

1:30 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$226

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:17 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops18h 08m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

1:30 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop8h 16m

$240

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:00 am-11:39 am

3 stops29h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/19

1:30 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$258

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

11:24 am-10:17 am

2 stops21h 53m

$269

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 11/24

11:24 am-9:46 am

2 stops21h 22m

$270

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

6:40 pm-12:25 pm

1 stop18h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/12

1:16 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 44m

$277

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/13

1:16 am-10:00 am

1 stop7h 44m

$278

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

7:00 am-3:26 pm

1 stop9h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

7:22 am-12:19 am

1 stop15h 57m

$283

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

9:34 pm-12:25 pm

2 stops39h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

12:39 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop27h 38m

$297

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and San José?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $296. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $363.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Detroit is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $479. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Detroit to San José on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $750. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San José in the evening for as low as $444. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $654.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San José from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $551 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Detroit for as low as $420 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit to San José flights?

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to San José flight.

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When to book flights from Detroit to San José

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to San José according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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  • How far is Detroit to San José Juan Santamaria Intl by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Detroit to San José Juan Santamaria Intl is 2238.3 mi. By plane, this route typically takes 6h 40m.

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

    Prices for flights from Detroit to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

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

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

    The required travel and health documents for your San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to San José?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to San José

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,120 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $529Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,240 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $597Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,034 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $621Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,001 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $706Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,997 reviews
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