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Cheap flights from Michigan to San José from $129

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8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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1:20 pm - 11:54 pmSJO-DTW
9h 34m1 stop
$220Spirit Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:39 amDTW-SJO
16h 39m1 stop
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1:20 pm - 11:54 pmSJO-DTW
9h 34m1 stop
$223Spirit Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Thu, Nov 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:42 am - 12:21 amORD-SJO
12h 39m1 stop
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1:19 pm - 9:00 pmSJO-ORD
7h 41m1 stop
$257Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 27
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6:48 am - 3:20 pmORD-SJO
8h 32m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:39 pm - 9:48 pmSJO-ORD
9h 09m1 stop
$261Multiple Airlines
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Wed, Dec 3 - Wed, Dec 10
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 10:07 pmMDW-SJO
16h 07m1 stop
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2:31 pm - 11:47 pmSJO-MDW
9h 16m1 stop
$331Delta
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Fri, Nov 28 - Thu, Dec 4
Delta Logo
10:49 am - 10:20 pmMDW-SJO
11h 31m1 stop
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 3:44 pmSJO-MDW
8h 44m1 stop
$342Delta
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Sun, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 13
United Airlines Logo
5:46 pm - 7:53 pmMBS-SJO
27h 07m2 stops
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6:30 am - 1:26 pmSJO-MBS
29h 56m2 stops
$393United Airlines
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Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Feb 3
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 7:30 pmMDW-SJO
13h 15m1 stop
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9:40 am - 10:55 pmSJO-MDW
13h 15m1 stop
$412Southwest
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Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 7:30 pmMDW-SJO
13h 15m1 stop
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9:40 am - 10:05 pmSJO-MDW
12h 25m2 stops
$417Southwest
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Wed, Jan 14 - Tue, Jan 20
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 8:39 pmMBS-SJO
14h 39m2 stops
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8:45 am - 1:25 pmSJO-MBS
27h 40m2 stops
$430United Airlines
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Fri, Feb 6 - Fri, Feb 13

Spirit Airlines flights from Michigan to San José

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Michigan to San José flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Nov 17
DTW8:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 20
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
1 stop
DTW11:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$220
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Spirit Airlines
Nov 16
DTW8:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 20
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
1 stop
DTW11:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$223
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Spirit Airlines
Nov 17
DTW8:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SJO11:39 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Nov 20
SJO1:20 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 34m
1 stop
DTW11:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
$226
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Southwest flights from Michigan to San José

Our best Southwest deals on Michigan to San José flight tickets
Southwest
Jan 14
MDW6:15 amChicago Midway
13h 15m
1 stop
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 20
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 15m
1 stop
MDW10:55 pmChicago Midway
$412
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Southwest
Jan 14
MDW6:15 amChicago Midway
13h 15m
1 stop
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 20
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 25m
2 stops
MDW10:05 pmChicago Midway
$417
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Southwest
Jan 14
MDW9:55 amChicago Midway
9h 35m
2 stops
SJO7:30 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
Jan 20
SJO9:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
12h 25m
2 stops
MDW10:05 pmChicago Midway
$457
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 November 4, 2025.
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Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

1:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$220

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

8:00 pm-11:39 am

1 stop16h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 11/20

1:20 pm-11:54 pm

1 stop9h 34m

$223

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/22

11:42 am-12:21 am

1 stop12h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/27

1:19 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 41m

$257

ChicagoSan José

ORD - SJO

ORDSJO

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/3

6:48 am-3:20 pm

1 stop8h 32m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 12/10

12:39 pm-9:48 pm

1 stop9h 09m

$261

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Fri 11/28

6:00 am-10:07 pm

1 stop16h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 12/4

2:31 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop9h 16m

$331

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Sun 12/7

10:49 am-10:20 pm

1 stop11h 31m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 12/13

7:00 am-3:44 pm

1 stop8h 44m

$342

Bay CitySan José

MBS - SJO

MBSSJO

Bay City MBS Intl

Tue 1/20

5:46 pm-7:53 pm

2 stops27h 07m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 2/3

6:30 am-1:26 pm

2 stops29h 56m

$393

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/14

6:15 am-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

9:40 am-10:55 pm

1 stop13h 15m

$412

ChicagoSan José

MDW - SJO

MDWSJO

Chicago Midway

Wed 1/14

6:15 am-7:30 pm

1 stop13h 15m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 1/20

9:40 am-10:05 pm

2 stops12h 25m

$417

Bay CitySan José

MBS - SJO

MBSSJO

Bay City MBS Intl

Fri 2/6

7:00 am-8:39 pm

2 stops14h 39m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/13

8:45 am-1:25 pm

2 stops27h 40m

$430

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Michigan to San José

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San José?

In general, September is the cheapest month to fly from Michigan to San José. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $296. If you don’t want to visit San José in September, then you should wait until August to fly from Michigan, 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 Michigan 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 Michigan 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 Michigan 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 Michigan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San José for around $551 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San José from Michigan for as low as $420 on momondo.

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

You could potentially save up to 18% on your flight if you consider stops on a Michigan to San José flight.

Cheap Michigan to San José flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Michigan to San José

Fastest flight time

5h 00m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San José

1 airport
The fastest flight from Michigan to San José takes 5h 00m
Direct flights go from Michigan to San José every day.
There is 1 airport near San José: San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO)
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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San José Juan Santamaria Intl 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 José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Michigan to San José

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $272Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,113 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $430Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,003 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $479Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,040 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $503Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,002 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $529Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,239 reviews
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