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1:31 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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DTW
9h 28m
1 stop
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5:15 am - 11:40 am
DTW
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SJO
7h 25m
1 stop
$310Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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1:31 pm - 11:59 pm
SJO
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DTW
9h 28m
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10:59 pm - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
17h 21m
2 stops
$315Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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1:31 pm - 7:41 am
SJO
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DTW
17h 10m
2 stops
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10:59 pm - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
17h 21m
2 stops
$318Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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12:35 pm - 11:25 pm
SJO
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DTW
9h 50m
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5:15 am - 10:40 am
DTW
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SJO
7h 25m
1 stop
$320Spirit Airlines
Thu, Mar 5 - Mon, Mar 9
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12:24 pm - 10:32 pm
SJO
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DTW
8h 08m
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7:20 pm - 11:22 am
DTW
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SJO
18h 02m
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$325Spirit Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15
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1:31 pm - 3:57 pm
SJO
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DTW
25h 26m
3 stops
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4:52 pm - 12:22 pm
DTW
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SJO
20h 30m
2 stops
$330Spirit Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2
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11:35 am - 11:25 pm
SJO
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DTW
9h 50m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:50 pm - 11:14 am
DTW
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SJO
18h 24m
1 stop
$332Spirit Airlines
Wed, Mar 11 - Sat, Mar 21
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11:38 am - 10:59 pm
SJO
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DTW
9h 21m
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7:20 pm - 11:22 am
DTW
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SJO
18h 02m
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$343Spirit Airlines
Tue, Mar 24 - Wed, Apr 15
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1:31 pm - 9:15 am
SJO
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DTW
18h 44m
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5:15 am - 10:40 am
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SJO
7h 25m
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$352Spirit Airlines
Mon, Mar 2 - Mon, Mar 9
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1:31 pm - 3:57 pm
SJO
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DTW
25h 26m
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2:35 pm - 3:20 pm
DTW
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SJO
25h 45m
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$355Multiple Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Mon, Mar 2

Spirit Airlines flights from San José to Detroit

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San José to Detroit flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Feb 27
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 28m
1 stop
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 2
DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m
1 stop
SJO11:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$310
Spirit Airlines
Mar 5
SJO12:35 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
9h 50m
1 stop
DTW11:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 9
DTW5:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m
1 stop
SJO10:40 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$320
Spirit Airlines
Feb 27
SJO1:31 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
25h 26m
3 stops
DTW3:57 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 2
DTW4:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 30m
2 stops
SJO12:22 pmSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$330

Air Canada flights from San José to Detroit

Our best Air Canada deals on San José to Detroit flight tickets
Air Canada
Feb 6
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m
1 stop
DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Feb 8
DTW9:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 05m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,240
Air Canada
Feb 6
SJO8:35 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
8h 00m
1 stop
DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Feb 8
DTW9:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 05m
2 stops
SJO12:05 amSan José Juan Santamaria Intl
$1,241

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San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

5:15 am-11:40 am

1 stop7h 25m

$310

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

10:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops17h 21m

$315

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-7:41 am

2 stops17h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

10:59 pm-3:20 pm

2 stops17h 21m

$318

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Thu 3/5

12:35 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

5:15 am-10:40 am

1 stop7h 25m

$320

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

12:24 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop8h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

7:20 pm-11:22 am

1 stop18h 02m

$325

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-3:57 pm

3 stops25h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

4:52 pm-12:22 pm

2 stops20h 30m

$330

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Wed 3/11

11:35 am-11:25 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

6:50 pm-11:14 am

1 stop18h 24m

$332

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/24

11:38 am-10:59 pm

1 stop9h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

7:20 pm-11:22 am

1 stop18h 02m

$343

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Mon 3/2

1:31 pm-9:15 am

1 stop18h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

5:15 am-10:40 am

1 stop7h 25m

$352

San JoséDetroit

SJO - DTW

SJODTW

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 2/27

1:31 pm-3:57 pm

3 stops25h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/2

2:35 pm-3:20 pm

3 stops25h 45m

$355

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between San José and Detroit?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from San José is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $310, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in November, then May is your next best option. Flight prices from San José to Detroit during May average around $320.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from San José when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $392 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from San José for as low as $275 on momondo.

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You could potentially save up to 39% on your flight if you consider stops on a San José to Detroit flight.

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Fastest flight time

9h 28m

Direct flights

None
The fastest flight from San José to Detroit takes 9h 28m
There are no direct flights from San José to Detroit. There are no popular flight routes from San José to Detroit.
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  • How far is San José Juan Santamaria Intl to Detroit by plane?

    San José Juan Santamaria Intl and Detroit are 2238.3 mi apart from one another. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 9h 28m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Detroit?

    Prices for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Detroit were last updated today.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Detroit?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Detroit?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from San José Juan Santamaria Intl Airport to Detroit.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular airline from San José to Detroit?

Best airlines flying from San José to Detroit

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $286Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,407 reviews
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