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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from $123

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10:54 am - 12:22 pm
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SJO
26h 28m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 9:46 am
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DTW
19h 16m2 stops
$283Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Thu, Jan 29
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5:05 am - 1:36 pm
DTW
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SJO
9h 31m1 stop
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12:33 pm - 11:41 pm
SJO
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DTW
10h 08m1 stop
$284Multiple Airlines
Mon, Jan 12 - Sat, Jan 31
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3:12 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
22h 10m1 stop
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7:45 am - 12:01 pm
SJO
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DTW
27h 16m1 stop
$285Multiple Airlines
Sun, Jan 18 - Thu, Jan 22
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12:11 pm - 11:40 pm
DTW
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SJO
12h 29m3 stops
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1:31 pm - 3:40 pm
SJO
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DTW
25h 09m1 stop
$286Multiple Airlines
Mon, Feb 2 - Wed, Feb 18
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1:43 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
23h 39m1 stop
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12:35 pm - 9:50 am
SJO
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DTW
20h 15m2 stops
$287Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Fri, Feb 13
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10:54 am - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
26h 28m1 stop
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1:30 pm - 10:57 pm
SJO
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DTW
32h 27m2 stops
$288Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Fri, Jan 30
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5:50 pm - 1:42 pm
DTW
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SJO
20h 52m1 stop
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7:45 am - 12:01 pm
SJO
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DTW
27h 16m1 stop
$289Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 22
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1:43 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
23h 39m1 stop
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7:45 am - 10:12 pm
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DTW
13h 27m1 stop
$292Multiple Airlines
Sun, Feb 8 - Wed, Feb 11
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3:12 pm - 12:22 pm
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SJO
22h 10m1 stop
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7:45 am - 12:01 pm
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27h 16m1 stop
$293Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 15 - Thu, Jan 22
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10:08 pm - 4:10 pm
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19h 02m2 stops
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12:33 pm - 1:11 pm
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DTW
23h 38m2 stops
$294Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 4

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to San José

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Spirit Airlines
Jan 20
DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 22m
1 stop
SJO11:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 27
SJO12:33 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
10h 08m
1 stop
DTW11:41 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$296
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 12
DTW6:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 52m
2 stops
SJO11:37 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 31
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 16m
2 stops
DTW9:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$306
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Spirit Airlines
Jan 23
DTW6:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 46m
1 stop
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Feb 1
SJO1:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
19h 35m
1 stop
DTW10:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$318
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San José that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 832,500 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2025.
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DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

10:54 am-12:22 pm

1 stop26h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/29

1:30 pm-9:46 am

2 stops19h 16m

$283

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/12

5:05 am-1:36 pm

1 stop9h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 1/31

12:33 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 08m

$284

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

3:12 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

7:45 am-12:01 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$285

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/2

12:11 pm-11:40 pm

3 stops12h 29m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/18

1:31 pm-3:40 pm

1 stop25h 09m

$286

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

1:43 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop23h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

12:35 pm-9:50 am

2 stops20h 15m

$287

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/22

10:54 am-12:22 pm

1 stop26h 28m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 1/30

1:30 pm-10:57 pm

2 stops32h 27m

$288

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

5:50 pm-1:42 pm

1 stop20h 52m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

7:45 am-12:01 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$289

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

1:43 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop23h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/11

7:45 am-10:12 pm

1 stop13h 27m

$292

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/15

3:12 pm-12:22 pm

1 stop22h 10m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 1/22

7:45 am-12:01 pm

1 stop27h 16m

$293

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

10:08 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops19h 02m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 2/4

12:33 pm-1:11 pm

2 stops23h 38m

$294

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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 $294. 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 $363.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to San José from Detroit is on a Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $479. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Flights from Detroit to San José on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around $750. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San José?

Our data shows that the cheapest Detroit to San José flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San José in the evening for as low as $444. Flights in the morning are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $654.

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 $517 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 $402 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 31% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit to San José flight.

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Cheap Detroit to San José (DTT to SJO) flight deals and tips

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Fastest flight time

7h 37m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from Detroit to San José takes 7h 37m
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 37m.

  • 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.

  • 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 $267Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,190 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $596Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,054 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $596Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,250 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $621Free CancellationRating
7.9
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7.4
9,091 reviews
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