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3:26 pm - 7:22 am
SFO
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DTW
12h 56m
2 stops
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1:20 pm - 12:23 am
DTW
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SFO
14h 03m
1 stop
$291Frontier
Tue, May 12 - Thu, May 14
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6:00 am - 12:35 pm
SFO
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DTW
27h 35m
1 stop
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7:53 pm - 8:30 am
DTW
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SFO
15h 37m
2 stops
$292Frontier
Sun, May 10 - Fri, May 15
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6:00 am - 11:59 pm
SFO
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DTW
14h 59m
1 stop
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8:05 am - 12:23 am
DTW
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SFO
19h 18m
1 stop
$293Frontier
Sat, May 9 - Sun, May 10
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11:59 pm - 4:34 pm
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DTW
13h 35m
1 stop
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7:55 am - 9:04 pm
DTW
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SFO
16h 09m
2 stops
$294Frontier
Mon, May 18 - Sat, May 23
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3:21 pm - 7:22 am
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DTW
13h 01m
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1:19 pm - 12:18 am
DTW
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SFO
13h 59m
1 stop
$295Frontier
Mon, Jun 1 - Wed, Aug 12
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12:52 pm - 12:35 pm
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DTW
20h 43m
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7:53 pm - 4:41 pm
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23h 48m
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$296Frontier
Wed, Jun 3 - Sun, Jun 7
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7:11 pm - 7:21 am
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DTW
9h 10m
1 stop
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8:00 am - 12:18 am
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SFO
19h 18m
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$297Frontier
Fri, Jul 17 - Tue, Aug 4
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10:01 pm - 6:58 pm
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17h 57m
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7:45 am - 11:43 am
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6h 58m
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$298Frontier
Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 17
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5:16 pm - 11:59 pm
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27h 43m
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8:00 am - 11:43 am
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6h 43m
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$299Frontier
Tue, Jun 23 - Sun, Jun 28
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11:59 pm - 1:54 pm
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10h 55m
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5:35 pm - 11:04 pm
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8h 29m
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$300Frontier
Thu, May 14 - Tue, May 19

Frontier flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Our best Frontier deals on San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight tickets
Frontier
May 12
SFO3:26 pmSan Francisco
12h 56m
2 stops
DTW7:22 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 14
DTW1:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 03m
1 stop
SFO12:23 amSan Francisco
$291
Frontier
May 10
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
27h 35m
1 stop
DTW12:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 15
DTW7:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 37m
2 stops
SFO8:30 amSan Francisco
$292
Frontier
May 9
SFO6:00 amSan Francisco
14h 59m
1 stop
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 10
DTW8:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 18m
1 stop
SFO12:23 amSan Francisco
$293

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Customize your flight search to find flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 April 29, 2026.
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San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 5/12

3:26 pm-7:22 am

2 stops12h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/14

1:20 pm-12:23 am

1 stop14h 03m

$291

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sun 5/10

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop27h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/15

7:53 pm-8:30 am

2 stops15h 37m

$292

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Sat 5/9

6:00 am-11:59 pm

1 stop14h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

8:05 am-12:23 am

1 stop19h 18m

$293

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Mon 5/18

11:59 pm-4:34 pm

1 stop13h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/23

7:55 am-9:04 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$294

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Mon 6/1

3:21 pm-7:22 am

2 stops13h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/12

1:19 pm-12:18 am

1 stop13h 59m

$295

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Wed 6/3

12:52 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop20h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/7

7:53 pm-4:41 pm

2 stops23h 48m

$296

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Fri 7/17

7:11 pm-7:21 am

1 stop9h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/4

8:00 am-12:18 am

1 stop19h 18m

$297

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Mon 6/8

10:01 pm-6:58 pm

2 stops17h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

7:45 am-11:43 am

1 stop6h 58m

$298

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Tue 6/23

5:16 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops27h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/28

8:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop6h 43m

$299
Quickest round-trip

San FranciscoDetroit

SFO - DTW

SFODTW

San Francisco

Thu 5/14

11:59 pm-1:54 pm

1 stop10h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/19

5:35 pm-11:04 pm

1 stop8h 29m

$300

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San Francisco and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $457, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco during August instead. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around $459.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as $463. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Monday is $560.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $445 when looking at flights departing in the evening. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are more costly in the morning, with an average ticket price of $548. Departure times in the morning fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for around $498 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco for as low as $324 on momondo.

How have San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight prices changed over time?

As of April 2026, prices for San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are approximately 80% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Best Price Found

$228

Fastest flight time

4h 30m

Direct flights

Every day
The best one-way flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $429.
The fastest flight from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 30m
Direct flights go from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport every day.
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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • How far is San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County by plane?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is 2069.7 mi away from San Francisco. 4h 30m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Prices for flights from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • What is the most popular airline from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Best airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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FrontierPriceFrom $126Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,970 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $287Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,314 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $289Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,680 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $308Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,678 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $340Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,465 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, operating 26 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport starts from $340 round-trip, up to an average price of $595. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for San Francisco to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start from as low as $289 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around $469. United Airlines operates 1 flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from San Francisco in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 9,680 reviews.

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