How many flights depart from Michigan to San Francisco on average per day?

The number of flights available between Michigan and San Francisco is 66 per day as of March 2026. The most frequent departure time is 7:00AM, with 42% of daily flights leaving at noon.

How long does it take to fly to San Francisco?

Flight times from Michigan to San Francisco vary, but if you’re flying out of Detroit and flying into San Francisco (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 4h 59m on average. Another popular route from Michigan to San Francisco is flying from Grand Rapids to San Francisco, which will take roughly 6h 39m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

How many flights depart from Michigan to San Francisco on average per week?

466 flights are operational weekly from Michigan to San Francisco as of March 2026. The most popular departure day for this route is Wed, with 19% of flights per week taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Michigan to San Francisco?

Frontier, Southwest, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to San Francisco

What airlines fly to San Francisco?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Michigan according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 46% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to San Francisco Airport?

Prices for flights from Michigan to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to San Francisco Airport?

As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to San Francisco Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to San Francisco Airport?

Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to San Francisco Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:48 pm - 12:27 am

GRR

SFO

6h 39m

1 stop

6:00 am - 7:44 pm

SFO

GRR

10h 44m

1 stop

$160Frontier

Fri, May 1 - Sat, May 9

8:48 pm - 12:27 am

GRR

SFO

6h 39m

1 stop

6:00 am - 7:44 pm

SFO

GRR

10h 44m

1 stop

$185Frontier

Mon, Apr 27 - Sat, May 9

9:00 pm - 11:35 pm

MDW

SFO

4h 35mnonstop

11:25 pm - 5:40 am

SFO

MDW

4h 15mnonstop

$237Southwest

Tue, Apr 14 - Tue, Apr 21

12:50 pm - 9:25 pm

MDW

SFO

10h 35m

2 stops

2:50 pm - 11:20 pm

SFO

MDW

6h 30m

1 stop

$238Southwest

Wed, Apr 22 - Wed, Apr 29

6:05 pm - 11:04 pm

ORD

SFO

30h 59m

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8:30 pm - 6:19 am

SFO

ORD

7h 49m

1 stop

$242Multiple Airlines

Mon, May 11 - Sat, Aug 22

4:10 pm - 10:52 pm

ORD

SFO

8h 42m

1 stop

10:38 pm - 11:37 am

SFO

ORD

10h 59m

1 stop

$243Multiple Airlines

Wed, Apr 15 - Sat, Apr 18

6:55 pm - 11:59 pm

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SFO

8h 04m

1 stop

11:30 pm - 2:07 pm

SFO

MQT

11h 37m

2 stops

$344American Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Tue, Apr 21

6:45 pm - 10:43 pm

AZO

SFO

6h 58m

1 stop

11:56 pm - 9:47 am

SFO

AZO

6h 51m

1 stop

$346United Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3

7:46 pm - 11:59 pm

TVC

SFO

7h 13m

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11:14 pm - 11:46 am

SFO

TVC

9h 32m

1 stop

$349American Airlines

Sat, May 16 - Sat, May 23

9:25 pm - 1:35 am

TVC

SFO

7h 10m

1 stop

12:45 am - 1:02 pm

SFO

TVC

9h 17m

1 stop

$377United Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 18

Southwest flights from Michigan to San Francisco

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Apr 14

MDW9:00 pmChicago Midway

4h 35m

SFO11:35 pmSan Francisco

Apr 21

SFO11:25 pmSan Francisco

4h 15m

MDW5:40 amChicago Midway

$237

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Apr 22

MDW12:50 pmChicago Midway

10h 35m

2 stops

SFO9:25 pmSan Francisco

Apr 29

SFO2:50 pmSan Francisco

6h 30m

1 stop

MDW11:20 pmChicago Midway

$238

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Apr 21

MDW12:50 pmChicago Midway

10h 35m

2 stops

SFO9:25 pmSan Francisco

Apr 28

SFO10:40 pmSan Francisco

7h 45m

1 stop

MDW8:25 amChicago Midway

$239

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Apr 21

MDW10:41 amChicago Midway

8h 16m

1 stop

SFO4:57 pmSan Francisco

Apr 29

SFO11:59 pmSan Francisco

6h 47m

1 stop

MDW8:46 amChicago Midway

$257

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May 27

MDW7:13 pmChicago Midway

6h 37m

1 stop

SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco

Jun 5

SFO12:15 amSan Francisco

6h 27m

1 stop

MDW8:42 amChicago Midway

$258

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May 27

MDW7:13 pmChicago Midway

6h 37m

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SFO11:50 pmSan Francisco

May 29

SFO12:15 amSan Francisco

6h 27m

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MDW8:42 amChicago Midway

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GRR - SFO

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Fri 5/1

8:48 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-7:44 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$160

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GRR - SFO

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Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl

Mon 4/27

8:48 pm-12:27 am

1 stop6h 39m

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-7:44 pm

1 stop10h 44m

$185

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MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

9:00 pm-11:35 pm

Nonstop4h 35m

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Tue 4/21

11:25 pm-5:40 am

Nonstop4h 15m

$237

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MDW - SFO

MDWSFO

Chicago Midway

Wed 4/22

12:50 pm-9:25 pm

2 stops10h 35m

San Francisco

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2:50 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$238

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ORD - SFO

ORDSFO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 5/11

6:05 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop30h 59m

San Francisco

Sat 8/22

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1 stop7h 49m

$242

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4:10 pm-10:52 pm

1 stop8h 42m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

10:38 pm-11:37 am

1 stop10h 59m

$243

MarquetteSan Francisco

MQT - SFO

MQTSFO

Marquette Sawyer Intl

Thu 4/16

6:55 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 4/21

11:30 pm-2:07 pm

2 stops11h 37m

$344

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AZO - SFO

AZOSFO

Kalamazoo Intl

Fri 5/1

6:45 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop6h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 5/3

11:56 pm-9:47 am

1 stop6h 51m

$346

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Sat 5/16

7:46 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop7h 13m

San Francisco

Sat 5/23

11:14 pm-11:46 am

1 stop9h 32m

$349

Traverse CitySan Francisco

TVC - SFO

TVCSFO

Traverse City Cherry Capital

Thu 4/16

9:25 pm-1:35 am

1 stop7h 10m

San Francisco

Sat 4/18

12:45 am-1:02 pm

1 stop9h 17m

$377

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

If you aren’t able to travel to San Francisco during the month of July, then flying in May is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of $354.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Michigan to San Francisco is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $474. The most expensive day to fly to San Francisco is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around $641.

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

Our data shows that the cheapest Michigan to San Francisco flights are usually those with departure times in the evening. Our users have found flights to San Francisco in the evening for as low as $493. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive with an average ticket price of $534.

What is the cheapest Michigan to San Francisco flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Michigan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around $436 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Michigan for as low as $354 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Michigan to San Francisco flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Michigan to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$258
Fastest flight time	4h 30m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Francisco	1 airport

The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $258. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $432.

The fastest flight from Michigan to San Francisco takes 4h 30m

Direct flights go from Michigan to San Francisco every day.

There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Michigan there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

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As of March 2026, there are 9 operators available to choose from for flights from Michigan to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to San Francisco Airport?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Michigan to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Michigan to San Francisco is Boeing 737-900 (33.47% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (23.94%), Airbus A321neo (15.26%), and Boeing 737 MAX 8 (7.77%).

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Sun Country Air	PriceFrom $107	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 340 reviews	Search Sun Country Air flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $150	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.7 3,017 reviews	Search Frontier flights
JetBlue	PriceFrom $259	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 2,905 reviews	Search JetBlue flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $261	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,494 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $286	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,326 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,333 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $288	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,477 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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