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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $141

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10:04 pm - 11:19 amDTW-SJO
15h 15m2 stops
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12:28 pm - 5:42 pmSJO-DTW
27h 14m1 stop
$301Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 1
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10:04 pm - 11:19 amDTW-SJO
15h 15m2 stops
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12:28 pm - 7:30 amSJO-DTW
17h 02m2 stops
$306Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 1
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10:04 pm - 11:19 amDTW-SJO
15h 15m2 stops
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12:28 pm - 11:45 pmSJO-DTW
9h 17m1 stop
$318Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 1
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8:20 pm - 11:19 amDTW-SJO
16h 59m1 stop
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12:28 pm - 8:59 amSJO-DTW
18h 31m1 stop
$320Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 1
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5:30 am - 11:11 amDTW-SJO
7h 41m1 stop
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11:24 am - 12:12 amSJO-DTW
10h 48m1 stop
$322Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jul 9 - Wed, Jul 16
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5:16 pm - 10:29 amDTW-SJO
19h 13m2 stops
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11:24 am - 9:29 amSJO-DTW
20h 05m1 stop
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Wed, Jul 23 - Wed, Jul 30
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8:20 pm - 11:11 amDTW-SJO
16h 51m1 stop
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12:16 pm - 12:28 amSJO-DTW
10h 12m1 stop
$324Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Jul 8 - Tue, Jul 15
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6:24 pm - 11:19 amDTW-SJO
18h 55m3 stops
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12:28 pm - 7:30 amSJO-DTW
17h 02m2 stops
$326Spirit Airlines
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Wed, Jun 25 - Tue, Jul 1
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8:25 pm - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
20h 48m1 stop
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12:16 pm - 12:28 amSJO-DTW
10h 12m1 stop
Mon, Jul 21 - Tue, Jul 29
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5:11 am - 10:29 amDTW-SJO
7h 18m1 stop
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7:30 am - 12:12 amSJO-DTW
14h 42m1 stop
Sat, Jul 19 - Sat, Jul 26

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province

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Spirit Airlines
Jun 25
DTW10:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 15m
2 stops
SJO11:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 1
SJO12:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
27h 14m
1 stop
DTW5:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
Jun 25
DTW10:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 15m
2 stops
SJO11:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 1
SJO12:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
17h 02m
2 stops
DTW7:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
Jun 25
DTW10:04 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 15m
2 stops
SJO11:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jul 1
SJO12:28 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 17m
1 stop
DTW11:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Air Canada flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province

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Air Canada
Jun 15
DTW9:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 30m
1 stop
SJO8:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 19
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 31m
1 stop
DTW9:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Air Canada
Jun 16
DTW8:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 25m
1 stop
SJO10:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 23
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 31m
1 stop
DTW9:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Air Canada
Jun 15
DTW9:55 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 30m
1 stop
SJO8:25 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jun 19
SJO7:55 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
11h 31m
1 stop
DTW9:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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

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

The month of August is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province from Detroit, with most prices found around $345. If you’re not able to fly to San José, San José Province in August, then September is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to San José, San José Province during September average around $386.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit 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 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 when booking 8 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José, San José Province for around $588 when searching 8 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 for as low as $397 on momondo.

How have Detroit to San José, San José Province flight prices changed over time?

As of June 2025, prices for Detroit to San José, San José Province flights are approximately 22% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit 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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Best Price Found

$141

Fastest flight time

6h 41m

Direct flights

None

Airports in San José, San José Province

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San José, San José Province from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $141. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to San José, San José Province found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $301.
The fastest flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province takes 6h 41m
There are no direct flights from Detroit 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)

  • 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 41m.

  • 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, San José Province?


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