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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $126

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7:02 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 11m1 stop
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7:30 am - 10:40 pmSJO-DTW
13h 10m1 stop
$252
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
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6:28 am - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
6h 44m1 stop
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12:18 pm - 11:40 pmSJO-DTW
9h 22m1 stop
$257Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Wed, Sep 3
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6:28 am - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
6h 44m1 stop
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11:27 am - 10:44 pmSJO-DTW
9h 17m1 stop
$266Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Sat, Aug 30
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7:05 am - 10:27 amDTW-SJO
29h 22m2 stops
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7:30 am - 10:40 pmSJO-DTW
13h 10m1 stop
$267
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Tue, Sep 16 - Mon, Sep 22
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7:00 am - 3:13 pmDTW-SJO
10h 13m1 stop
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7:30 am - 10:40 pmSJO-DTW
13h 10m1 stop
$274
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Mon, Sep 1 - Fri, Sep 5
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6:41 am - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$278Spirit Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
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6:28 am - 11:12 amDTW-SJO
6h 44m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$282Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Aug 19 - Thu, Sep 4
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6:41 am - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 11:43 pmSJO-DTW
9h 24m1 stop
$284Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 30
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6:41 am - 12:14 pmDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 12:25 amSJO-DTW
10h 06m1 stop
$285Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 12
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6:41 am - 11:14 amDTW-SJO
6h 33m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 11:29 pmSJO-DTW
9h 10m1 stop
$286Spirit Airlines
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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
Aug 19
DTW6:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 3
SJO12:18 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 22m
1 stop
DTW11:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$257
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Spirit Airlines
Aug 19
DTW6:28 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 44m
1 stop
SJO11:12 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Aug 30
SJO11:27 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 17m
1 stop
DTW10:44 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$266
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 13
DTW6:41 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 33m
1 stop
SJO11:14 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Sep 20
SJO12:19 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 24m
1 stop
DTW11:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$278
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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

7:02 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 11m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

7:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$252

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 9/3

12:18 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$257

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 8/30

11:27 am-10:44 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$266

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

7:05 am-10:27 am

2 stops29h 22m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 9/22

7:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$267

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

7:00 am-3:13 pm

1 stop10h 13m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 9/5

7:30 am-10:40 pm

1 stop13h 10m

$274

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/13

6:41 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 9/20

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$278

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

6:28 am-11:12 am

1 stop6h 44m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 9/4

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$282

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/15

6:41 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 9/30

12:19 pm-11:43 pm

1 stop9h 24m

$284

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

6:41 am-12:14 pm

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 11/12

1:19 pm-12:25 am

1 stop10h 06m

$285

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

6:41 am-11:14 am

1 stop6h 33m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 11/4

1:19 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$286

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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 September is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to San José, San José Province from Detroit, with most prices found around $384. If you’re not able to fly to San José, San José Province in September, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to San José, San José Province during August average around $399.

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 $570 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 $392 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 6% 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 August 2025, prices for Detroit to San José, San José Province flights are approximately 16% cheaper 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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Best Price Found

$126

Fastest flight time

6h 33m

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 $126. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to San José, San José Province found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $252.
The fastest flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province takes 6h 33m
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)
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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?

    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?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to San José, San José Province

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,058 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $573Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $618Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,985 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $700Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,905 reviews
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