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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $122

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7:10 pm - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
18h 04m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$256Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
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7:35 pm - 10:27 amDTW-SJO
16h 52m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$264Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
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7:10 pm - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
18h 04m2 stops
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12:19 pm - 8:40 amSJO-DTW
18h 21m2 stops
$274Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Thu, Oct 2
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6:43 am - 11:30 amDTW-SJO
6h 47m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSJO-DTW
8h 55m1 stop
$279Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 11
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6:43 am - 11:30 amDTW-SJO
6h 47m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 11:30 pmSJO-DTW
8h 55m1 stop
$280Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 11
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6:52 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 21m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 10:40 amSJO-DTW
20h 21m2 stops
$284Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
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4:09 pm - 11:27 amDTW-SJO
20h 18m2 stops
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7:30 am - 12:19 amSJO-DTW
15h 49m1 stop
$285Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
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7:00 am - 3:16 pmDTW-SJO
9h 16m1 stop
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7:30 am - 12:19 amSJO-DTW
15h 49m1 stop
$287Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Nov 5 - Wed, Nov 12
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6:52 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 21m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 12:25 amSJO-DTW
10h 06m1 stop
$290Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Fri, Nov 7
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7:35 pm - 10:27 amDTW-SJO
16h 52m1 stop
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11:37 am - 10:37 pmSJO-DTW
9h 00m1 stop
$292Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 29 - Sun, Oct 5

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

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to San José, San José Province flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 29
DTW7:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 04m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 2
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 24m
1 stop
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$256
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 29
DTW7:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 52m
1 stop
SJO10:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 2
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 24m
1 stop
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$264
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 29
DTW7:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 04m
2 stops
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Oct 2
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 21m
2 stops
DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$274
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Copa Airlines flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province

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Copa Airlines
Sep 20
DTW7:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 39m
2 stops
SJO8:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 27
SJO8:49 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
23h 12m
2 stops
DTW10:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$530
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Copa Airlines
Sep 20
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
28h 19m
2 stops
SJO8:19 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 27
SJO6:09 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 52m
2 stops
DTW10:01 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$536
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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

7:10 pm-11:14 am

2 stops18h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$256

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

7:35 pm-10:27 am

1 stop16h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$264

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

7:10 pm-11:14 am

2 stops18h 04m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 10/2

12:19 pm-8:40 am

2 stops18h 21m

$274

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:43 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

12:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$279

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:43 am-11:30 am

1 stop6h 47m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 10/11

12:35 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$280

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

6:52 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

1:19 pm-10:40 am

2 stops20h 21m

$284

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/5

4:09 pm-11:27 am

2 stops20h 18m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

7:30 am-12:19 am

1 stop15h 49m

$285

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/5

7:00 am-3:16 pm

1 stop9h 16m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

7:30 am-12:19 am

1 stop15h 49m

$287

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/31

6:52 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 21m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 11/7

1:19 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 06m

$290

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

7:35 pm-10:27 am

1 stop16h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 10/5

11:37 am-10:37 pm

1 stop9h 00m

$292

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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 $363. 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 $410.

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 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José, San José Province for around $563 when searching 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 $423 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 40% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to San José, San José Province flight.

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

As of September 2025, prices for Detroit to San José, San José Province flights are approximately 218% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

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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 33m.

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

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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, San José Province

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $285Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,023 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,961 reviews
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7.4
8,926 reviews
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