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Cheap flights from San Jose, California to Detroit from $97

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12:27 pm - 5:28 amSJC-DTW
14h 01m2 stops
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10:29 pm - 5:34 pmDTW-SJC
22h 05m1 stop
$283Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
Frontier Logo
3:27 pm - 6:54 amSJC-DTW
12h 27m1 stop
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8:54 pm - 10:32 amDTW-SJC
40h 38m2 stops
$304Frontier
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Thu, Dec 25 - Tue, Jan 6
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6:19 pm - 5:28 amSJC-DTW
8h 09m1 stop
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10:29 pm - 5:34 pmDTW-SJC
22h 05m1 stop
$312Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Thu, Nov 20
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2:19 pm - 6:29 amSJC-DTW
13h 10m1 stop
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12:19 pm - 10:58 amDTW-SJC
25h 39m1 stop
$345Delta
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Tue, Mar 3 - Wed, Mar 4
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6:30 am - 4:57 pmSJC-DTW
7h 27m1 stop
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9:00 am - 9:27 pmDTW-SJC
15h 27m2 stops
$386United Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 11:31 pmSJC-DTW
11h 46m2 stops
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9:15 am - 5:51 pmDTW-SJC
11h 36m2 stops
$391United Airlines
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Tue, Dec 2 - Mon, Dec 15
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 10:33 pmSJC-DTW
12h 18m1 stop
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12:20 pm - 10:07 pmDTW-SJC
12h 47m1 stop
$405Delta
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Thu, Dec 18 - Tue, Jan 6
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6:10 am - 9:55 pmSJC-DTW
12h 45m2 stops
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7:10 am - 6:32 pmDTW-SJC
14h 22m1 stop
$435American Airlines
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Fri, Dec 12 - Wed, Dec 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:36 pmSJC-DTW
7h 36m1 stop
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3:49 pm - 8:36 pmDTW-SJC
7h 47m1 stop
$440American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
Southwest Logo
8:20 am - 7:50 pmSJC-DTW
8h 30m2 stops
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8:00 am - 2:15 pmDTW-SJC
9h 15m2 stops
$448Southwest
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Sat, Dec 6 - Wed, Dec 10

Frontier flights from San Jose, California to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on San Jose, California to Detroit flight tickets
Frontier
Dec 25
SJC3:27 pmSan Jose
12h 27m
1 stop
DTW6:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 6
DTW8:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 38m
2 stops
SJC10:32 amSan Jose
$304
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Frontier
Dec 25
SJC3:27 pmSan Jose
12h 27m
1 stop
DTW6:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Dec 31
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 32m
2 stops
SJC2:32 pmSan Jose
$326
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Frontier
Dec 30
SJC6:36 pmSan Jose
9h 18m
1 stop
DTW6:54 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Jan 6
DTW8:54 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
40h 38m
2 stops
SJC10:32 amSan Jose
$376
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Southwest flights from San Jose, California to Detroit

Our best Southwest deals on San Jose, California to Detroit flight tickets
Southwest
Dec 6
SJC8:20 amSan Jose
8h 30m
2 stops
DTW7:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Dec 10
DTW8:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 15m
2 stops
SJC2:15 pmSan Jose
$448
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Southwest
Nov 18
SJC12:25 pmSan Jose
6h 20m
1 stop
DTW9:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 21
DTW11:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 00m
1 stop
SJC5:10 pmSan Jose
$625
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Southwest
Nov 18
SJC11:00 amSan Jose
7h 45m
2 stops
DTW9:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 21
DTW6:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 30m
2 stops
SJC1:55 pmSan Jose
$635
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San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 11/17

12:27 pm-5:28 am

2 stops14h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

10:29 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$283

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 12/25

3:27 pm-6:54 am

1 stop12h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

8:54 pm-10:32 am

2 stops40h 38m

$304

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 11/17

6:19 pm-5:28 am

1 stop8h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

10:29 pm-5:34 pm

1 stop22h 05m

$312

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 3/3

2:19 pm-6:29 am

1 stop13h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

12:19 pm-10:58 am

1 stop25h 39m

$345

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 11/27

6:30 am-4:57 pm

1 stop7h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

9:00 am-9:27 pm

2 stops15h 27m

$386

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 12/2

8:45 am-11:31 pm

2 stops11h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/15

9:15 am-5:51 pm

2 stops11h 36m

$391

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 12/18

7:15 am-10:33 pm

1 stop12h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

12:20 pm-10:07 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$405

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 12/12

6:10 am-9:55 pm

2 stops12h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/17

7:10 am-6:32 pm

1 stop14h 22m

$435

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 11/27

6:00 am-4:36 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

3:49 pm-8:36 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$440

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sat 12/6

8:20 am-7:50 pm

2 stops8h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

8:00 am-2:15 pm

2 stops9h 15m

$448

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from San Jose, California is in January. Flight prices, which tend to average around $210, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in January, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose, California to Detroit during July average around $218.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from San Jose, California is on a Sunday. momondo users have found tickets for Sunday departures for as low as $374. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Friday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Jose, California to Detroit for around $416.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from San Jose, California to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $391. Flying to Detroit in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $505 on average. Flights to Detroit from San Jose, California at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest San Jose to Detroit flight route?

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from San Jose, California when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $415 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from San Jose, California for as low as $273 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on San Jose to Detroit flights?

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

How have San Jose, California to Detroit flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for San Jose, California to Detroit flights are approximately 30% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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  • How far is San Jose to Detroit by plane?

    A flight from San Jose to Detroit will travel around 2069.3 mi. 6h 39m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit?

    Prices for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit refresh daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from San Jose Airport to Detroit?

    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 Jose Airport to Detroit.

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

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit 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 Detroit. 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 San Jose, California to Detroit?

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Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Detroit

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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $157Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,115 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.2
11,042 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $298Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,004 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,240 reviews
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