What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from San Jose, California according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 51% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from San Jose to Detroit?

Frontier is the most popular carrier operating from San Jose to Detroit

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.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit?

As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit.

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.

$138 Cheap Flights from San Jose, California to Detroit in 2026

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

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $183 to $672. The lowest price recently found on this route was $264.

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2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$264Frontier

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$265Frontier

Sat, Aug 8 - Sat, Aug 15

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$268Frontier

Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 10

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$270Frontier

Thu, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 17

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$307Frontier

Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$317Frontier

Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10

2:17 pm - 6:20 am

SJC

DTW

13h 03m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:22 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 52m

1 stop

$321Frontier

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

2:17 pm - 6:20 am

SJC

DTW

13h 03m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:22 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 52m

1 stop

$326Frontier

Mon, Aug 24 - Mon, Aug 31

2:12 pm - 7:00 am

SJC

DTW

13h 48m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:17 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 47m

1 stop

$344Frontier

Thu, Aug 13 - Sat, Aug 15

2:17 pm - 6:20 am

SJC

DTW

13h 03m

1 stop

8:30 am - 1:22 pm

DTW

SJC

7h 52m

1 stop

$349Frontier

Mon, Aug 24 - Fri, Sep 4

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Frontier flights from San Jose, California to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on San Jose, California to Detroit flight tickets

Frontier

Aug 8

SJC2:12 pmSan Jose

13h 48m

1 stop

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 15

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 47m

1 stop

SJC1:17 pmSan Jose

$264

Frontier

Aug 8

SJC2:12 pmSan Jose

13h 48m

1 stop

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 15

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 47m

1 stop

SJC1:17 pmSan Jose

$265

Frontier

Aug 1

SJC2:12 pmSan Jose

13h 48m

1 stop

DTW7:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 10

DTW8:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 47m

1 stop

SJC1:17 pmSan Jose

$268

Delta flights from San Jose, California to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on San Jose, California to Detroit flight tickets

Delta

Sep 2

SJC7:00 amSan Jose

7h 05m

1 stop

DTW5:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 8

DTW12:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 09m

1 stop

SJC5:46 pmSan Jose

$403

Delta

Aug 24

SJC6:12 pmSan Jose

8h 53m

1 stop

DTW6:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sep 2

DTW6:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 48m

1 stop

SJC10:13 pmSan Jose

$406

Delta

Aug 17

SJC10:20 pmSan Jose

8h 50m

1 stop

DTW10:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 31

DTW3:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 23m

1 stop

SJC10:13 pmSan Jose

$409

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Sat 8/8

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/15

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$264

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SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sat 8/8

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/15

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$265

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SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Sat 8/1

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/10

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$268

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SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 8/13

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/17

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$270

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SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 8/7

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/10

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$307

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Fri 8/7

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/10

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$317

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San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 8/24

2:17 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

8:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$321

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 8/24

2:17 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

8:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$326

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Thu 8/13

2:12 pm-7:00 am

1 stop13h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/15

8:30 am-1:17 pm

1 stop7h 47m

$344

San JoseDetroit

SJC - DTW

SJCDTW

San Jose

Mon 8/24

2:17 pm-6:20 am

1 stop13h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/4

8:30 am-1:22 pm

1 stop7h 52m

$349

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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 February. Flight prices, which tend to average around $0, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in February, then July is your next best option. Flight prices from San Jose, California to Detroit during July average around $51.

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 Tuesday. momondo users have found tickets for Tuesday departures for as low as $383. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Saturday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from San Jose, California to Detroit for around $564.

What is the cheapest San Jose to Detroit flight route?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on San Jose, California 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?

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Best Price Found	$228
Fastest flight time	7h 19m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Detroit from San Jose, California in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from San Jose, California to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $307.

The fastest flight from San Jose, California to Detroit takes 7h 19m

There are no direct flights from San Jose, California to Detroit. Popular non-direct route for this connection is San Jose Airport - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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Frequently asked questions about flying from San Jose, California to Detroit

How far is San Jose to Detroit by plane?
A flight from San Jose to Detroit will travel around 2069.3 mi. 7h 19m 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.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit?
As of July 2026, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from San Jose Airport to Detroit.
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?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between San Jose, California and Detroit, the leading plane model is Airbus A220-300, making up 9.38% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Boeing 737 MAX 9 with 7.81%, Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) with 7.81%, and Embraer 195 E2 with 7.81%.
What is the most popular airline from San Jose, California to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from San Jose, California to Detroit is Delta (55% of total bookings). The next most popular airline is Southwest (45%).

Best airlines flying from San Jose, California to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $327	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,452 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $396	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $416	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,765 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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