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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $130

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Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 11:14 am
DTW
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SJO
7h 29m
1 stop
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12:24 pm - 12:13 am
SJO
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DTW
9h 49m
1 stop
$309Spirit Airlines
Tue, Apr 7 - Tue, Apr 14
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5:15 am - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
11h 05m
1 stop
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8:07 am - 10:12 pm
SJO
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DTW
13h 05m
2 stops
$311Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 28
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2:35 pm - 11:40 am
DTW
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SJO
22h 05m
3 stops
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8:07 am - 10:12 pm
SJO
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DTW
13h 05m
2 stops
$312Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Sat, Feb 28
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5:05 am - 3:06 pm
DTW
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SJO
12h 01m
1 stop
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7:05 am - 8:46 am
SJO
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DTW
23h 41m
2 stops
$313Multiple Airlines
Wed, Mar 18 - Tue, Mar 24
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10:05 pm - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
18h 15m
2 stops
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12:35 pm - 7:49 am
SJO
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DTW
18h 14m
2 stops
$314Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 24 - Wed, Mar 4
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10:16 am - 11:30 pm
DTW
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SJO
14h 14m
3 stops
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1:31 pm - 9:15 am
SJO
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DTW
18h 44m
1 stop
$315Multiple Airlines
Tue, Feb 17 - Wed, Feb 18
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5:15 am - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
11h 05m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 7:49 am
SJO
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DTW
18h 14m
2 stops
$316Multiple Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Thu, Mar 5
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8:45 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
16h 37m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 9:44 am
SJO
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DTW
19h 13m
2 stops
$317Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 16 - Thu, Feb 19
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5:00 am - 11:22 am
DTW
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SJO
8h 22m
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12:31 pm - 12:19 am
SJO
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DTW
33h 48m
2 stops
$318Spirit Airlines
Wed, Apr 15 - Tue, Apr 21
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10:59 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
14h 23m
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1:31 pm - 7:41 am
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DTW
17h 10m
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$319Spirit Airlines
Sun, Feb 22 - Fri, Feb 27

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to San José

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Spirit Airlines
Apr 7
DTW5:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 29m
1 stop
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 14
SJO12:24 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 49m
1 stop
DTW12:13 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$309
Spirit Airlines
Apr 15
DTW5:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 22m
1 stop
SJO11:22 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Apr 21
SJO12:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
33h 48m
2 stops
DTW12:19 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$318
Spirit Airlines
Feb 24
DTW5:09 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 31m
3 stops
SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Mar 4
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
18h 14m
2 stops
DTW7:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$319

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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/7

5:45 am-11:14 am

1 stop7h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/14

12:24 pm-12:13 am

1 stop9h 49m

$309

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

5:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

8:07 am-10:12 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$311

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

2:35 pm-11:40 am

3 stops22h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 2/28

8:07 am-10:12 pm

2 stops13h 05m

$312

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/18

5:05 am-3:06 pm

1 stop12h 01m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

7:05 am-8:46 am

2 stops23h 41m

$313

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

10:05 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops18h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/4

12:35 pm-7:49 am

2 stops18h 14m

$314

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

10:16 am-11:30 pm

3 stops14h 14m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

1:31 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 44m

$315

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

5:15 am-3:20 pm

1 stop11h 05m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

12:35 pm-7:49 am

2 stops18h 14m

$316

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/16

8:45 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop16h 37m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 2/19

1:31 pm-9:44 am

2 stops19h 13m

$317

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

5:00 am-11:22 am

1 stop8h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 4/21

12:31 pm-12:19 am

2 stops33h 48m

$318

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

10:59 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops14h 23m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-7:41 am

2 stops17h 10m

$319

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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 $289. 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 $358.

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 $509 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 $386 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to San José flight.

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Fastest flight time

7h 25m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to San José takes 7h 25m
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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  • 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 7h 25m.

  • 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 $244Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,411 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $596Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,222 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $596Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,274 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,145 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $630Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,236 reviews
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