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Cheap flights from San Jose to Detroit from $79

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6:35 am - 4:18 pmSJC-DTW
6h 43m1 stop
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11:15 am - 8:00 pmDTW-SJC
11h 45m1 stop
$185Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 30
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11:40 am - 5:26 amSJC-DTW
14h 46m1 stop
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11:15 am - 8:00 pmDTW-SJC
11h 45m1 stop
$191Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 23 - Tue, Sep 30
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11:40 am - 5:26 amSJC-DTW
14h 46m1 stop
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7:59 pm - 11:49 pmDTW-SJC
6h 50m1 stop
$201Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Tue, Oct 7
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11:40 am - 5:26 amSJC-DTW
14h 46m1 stop
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7:59 pm - 7:18 amDTW-SJC
14h 19m1 stop
$203Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
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6:35 am - 4:18 pmSJC-DTW
6h 43m1 stop
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11:15 am - 8:00 pmDTW-SJC
11h 45m1 stop
$204Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Sep 18 - Wed, Oct 1
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8:15 am - 5:49 pmSJC-DTW
6h 34m1 stop
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7:59 pm - 7:18 amDTW-SJC
14h 19m1 stop
$211Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 20
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8:15 am - 5:49 pmSJC-DTW
6h 34m1 stop
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6:44 pm - 7:18 amDTW-SJC
15h 34m1 stop
$213Spirit Airlines
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Thu, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 20
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11:40 am - 5:26 amSJC-DTW
14h 46m1 stop
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7:54 pm - 10:45 amDTW-SJC
17h 51m1 stop
$214Spirit Airlines
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Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Oct 2
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2:14 pm - 12:46 amSJC-DTW
7h 32m1 stop
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6:10 am - 11:26 amDTW-SJC
8h 16m1 stop
$240Frontier
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11:40 am - 12:46 amSJC-DTW
34h 06m2 stops
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11:15 am - 8:00 pmDTW-SJC
11h 45m1 stop
$241
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Spirit Airlines flights from San Jose to Detroit

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on San Jose to Detroit flight tickets
Spirit Airlines
Sep 16
SJC6:35 amSan Jose
6h 43m
1 stop
DTW4:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sep 30
DTW11:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 45m
1 stop
SJC8:00 pmSan Jose
$185
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Spirit Airlines
Sep 23
SJC11:40 amSan Jose
14h 46m
1 stop
DTW5:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sep 30
DTW11:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 45m
1 stop
SJC8:00 pmSan Jose
$191
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Spirit Airlines
Oct 2
SJC11:40 amSan Jose
14h 46m
1 stop
DTW5:26 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Oct 7
DTW7:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 50m
1 stop
SJC11:49 pmSan Jose
$201
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Frontier flights from San Jose to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on San Jose to Detroit flight tickets
Frontier
Sep 5
SJC12:25 pmSan Jose
9h 21m
1 stop
DTW12:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sep 7
DTW6:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 04m
1 stop
SJC1:14 pmSan Jose
$222
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Frontier
Oct 2
SJC2:14 pmSan Jose
7h 32m
1 stop
DTW12:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Oct 5
DTW6:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 16m
1 stop
SJC11:26 amSan Jose
$240
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Frontier
Sep 5
SJC12:25 pmSan Jose
9h 21m
1 stop
DTW12:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sep 11
DTW6:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 04m
1 stop
SJC1:14 pmSan Jose
$321
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Depart

Return

Price

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/16

6:35 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$185

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/23

11:40 am-5:26 am

1 stop14h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$191

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 10/2

11:40 am-5:26 am

1 stop14h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

7:59 pm-11:49 pm

1 stop6h 50m

$201

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 10/2

11:40 am-5:26 am

1 stop14h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

7:59 pm-7:18 am

1 stop14h 19m

$203

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 9/18

6:35 am-4:18 pm

1 stop6h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$204

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 10/16

8:15 am-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

7:59 pm-7:18 am

1 stop14h 19m

$211

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 10/16

8:15 am-5:49 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

6:44 pm-7:18 am

1 stop15h 34m

$213

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/16

11:40 am-5:26 am

1 stop14h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

7:54 pm-10:45 am

1 stop17h 51m

$214

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 10/2

2:14 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:10 am-11:26 am

1 stop8h 16m

$240

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Tue 9/9

11:40 am-12:46 am

2 stops34h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

11:15 am-8:00 pm

1 stop11h 45m

$241

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from San Jose 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 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 is on a Saturday. momondo users have found tickets for Saturday departures for as low as $345. 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 to Detroit for around $417.

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 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 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $406 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 for as low as $222 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 to Detroit flight prices changed over time?

As of August 2025, prices for San Jose to Detroit flights are approximately 57% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from San Jose to Detroit

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from San Jose to Detroit according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap San Jose to Detroit (SJC to DTT) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from San Jose to Detroit

Best Price Found

$175

Fastest flight time

4h 34m

Direct flights

Tue and Sun

Airports in Detroit

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Detroit from San Jose in the past 72 hours is $175. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $347.
The fastest flight from San Jose to Detroit takes 4h 34m
Direct flights go from San Jose to Detroit on Tuesday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
There is 1 airport near Detroit: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)
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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 34m 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 to Detroit?

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

Best airlines flying from San Jose to Detroit

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FrontierPriceFrom $102Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,202 reviews
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom $154Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,030 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $236Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom $298Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,977 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom $356Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,241 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From San Jose to Detroit

    Across 5 Delta flights from San Jose to Detroit this week, the average price was $470, with the best Delta deals starting from $298 round-trip. 7,977 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 7.9/10.

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