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5:45 am - 11:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:50 pm - 9:53 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$520JetBlue
Mon, Jan 18 - Mon, Jan 25
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5:45 am - 11:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:50 pm - 9:53 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 03m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$520JetBlue
Mon, Jan 18 - Wed, Jan 27
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6:10 am - 12:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
7h 39m1 stop Tampa
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1:49 pm - 12:43 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 54m1 stop Tampa
$567Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Sat, Feb 13
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5:14 am - 11:40 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 26m2 stops Orlando San Salvador El Salvador Intl
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1:50 am - 1:07 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 17m2 stops Bogotá El Dorado Orlando
$573Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 18 - Sun, Jan 24
Southwest Logo
5:05 am - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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1:50 pm - 12:10 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 20m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
$581Southwest
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
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5:05 am - 12:05 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
Southwest Logo
1:50 pm - 11:20 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 30m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Orlando
$600Southwest
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
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6:20 pm - 10:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:20 am - 5:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$644Air Canada
Tue, Nov 17 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:20 pm - 10:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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9:20 am - 5:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
$650Air Canada
Sat, Dec 5 - Sat, Dec 12
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9:00 am - 9:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:00 am - 8:20 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 20m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$734Delta
Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 26
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7:30 am - 9:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 19m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 6:42 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 42m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$734Delta
Sun, Jan 10 - Tue, Jan 26

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JetBlue flights from Detroit to San José

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JetBlue
Jan 18
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m
1 stop
SJO11:45 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 22
SJO12:50 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 03m
1 stop
DTW9:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$520
JetBlue
Feb 22
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m
1 stop
SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 26
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 04m
1 stop
DTW9:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$548
JetBlue
Feb 21
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m
1 stop
SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 3
SJO12:55 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 04m
1 stop
DTW9:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$554

American Airlines flights from Detroit to San José

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit to San José flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 17
DTW5:51 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 55m
1 stop
SJO1:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 14
SJO12:42 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 48m
1 stop
DTW9:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$835
American Airlines
Nov 17
DTW9:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 39m
2 stops
SJO2:49 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 14
SJO11:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 44m
2 stops
DTW2:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$839
American Airlines
Nov 17
DTW5:51 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 55m
1 stop
SJO1:46 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 14
SJO12:42 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 48m
1 stop
DTW9:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$854

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DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/18

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 1/25

12:50 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$520

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/18

5:45 am-11:45 am

1 stop7h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 1/27

12:50 pm-9:53 pm

1 stop8h 03m

$520

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/27

6:10 am-12:49 pm

1 stop7h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/13

1:49 pm-12:43 am

1 stop9h 54m

$567

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/18

5:14 am-11:40 pm

2 stops19h 26m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 1/24

1:50 am-1:07 am

2 stops22h 17m

$573

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/1

5:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/5

1:50 pm-12:10 am

1 stop9h 20m

$581

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/1

5:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop8h 00m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 3/5

1:50 pm-11:20 am

2 stops20h 30m

$600

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/17

6:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 11/21

9:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$644

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/5

6:20 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop29h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/12

9:20 am-5:40 pm

2 stops31h 20m

$650

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/10

9:00 am-9:49 pm

1 stop13h 49m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/26

7:00 am-8:20 pm

1 stop12h 20m

$734

DetroitSan José

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/10

7:30 am-9:49 pm

1 stop15h 19m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/26

7:00 am-6:42 pm

1 stop10h 42m

$734

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $496 to $1,005.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $520.

What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, April 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 $541. If you don’t want to visit San José in April, then you should wait until May to fly from Detroit, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $627.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit 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 $730 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 $510 on momondo.

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

As of November 2026, prices for Detroit to San José flights are approximately 81% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best Price Found

$254

Fastest flight time

6h 46m

Direct flights

None
The best one-way flight to San José from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $254. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to San José found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $520.
The fastest flight from Detroit to San José takes 6h 46m
There are no direct flights from Detroit to San José. There are no popular flight routes from Detroit to San José.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to San José

  • 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 46m.

  • 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.

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  • 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.

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to San José

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Air CanadaPriceFrom $273Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,863 reviews
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JetBluePriceFrom $362Free CancellationRating
7.1
3,064 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $492Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,212 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $690Free CancellationRating
7.3
10,464 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $720Free CancellationRating
7.0
12,232 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $725Free CancellationRating
7.8
8,701 reviews
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GOLPriceFrom $825Free CancellationRating
7.3
1,333 reviews
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