CA $187 Cheap Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit (DTW)

Popular airlines from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Plan, book, fly with confidence

  • trending down icon

    Be in the know

    Get alerts if flight prices drop or rise*
  • bex rewards loyalty icon

    Book smarter

    Save up to 30% on select hotels after you book a flight*
  • payments icon

    Earn twice

    Earn your airline miles on top of our rewards

Cheap flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit (DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $187 for one-way flights and CA $358 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
American Airlines
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
JetBlue Airways
Delta
Alaska Airlines
Hawaiian Airlines

Find the cheapest month to fly from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit (DTW)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From CA $194 - CA $436 per traveller.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flight from San Francisco to Detroit (SFO - DTW) route information
Origin airport
San Francisco Intl.
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue Airways
Roundtrip price
CA $357
Distance
3319 km
Average flight time
7 hours 34 mins

San Francisco to Detroit Flights

The easy way to book your flights from San Francisco to Detroit 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to Detroit from San Francisco whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 20 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from San Francisco to Detroit today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from San Francisco Intl., SFO to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, DTW 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from San Francisco to Detroit—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to Detroit from San Francisco currently is just CA $358 rising to CA $466.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in November when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to Detroit  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to Detroit from San Francisco 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to Detroit with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Based on fares offered within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) and Detroit Metro Airport start from CA $358. Book ASAP to secure the best price for your adventure. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Most flights can be cancelled online, but whether you incur a fee depends on your airline. If you do have to cancel your break, follow the instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) that have flexible change policies?
Flights from San Francisco Airport to DTW with flexible change policies are available with many carriers. Simply use our "No change fees" filter while searching. You'll only need to cover the fare difference, with no additional fees to worry about.
How many hours is the flight from San Francisco Airport to DTW?
Lasting around 4 hours and 35 minutes, the flight between SFO and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is a great opportunity to do some last-minute trip planning. Why not use the time to go over your itinerary for Detroit?
How far is the flight from San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) to Detroit Metro Airport?
Expect to be cruising at altitude for a while, as the flight distance from San Francisco to Detroit is 3,300 kilometres. Set up a playlist of your favourite tunes before you leave home to keep yourself entertained during the trip.
Which airlines fly direct from San Francisco Airport to Metro Airport?
With 91 monthly flights operating from San Francisco Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), Delta (DL) is a terrific choice. United Airlines (UA) is another popular choice. It offers 30 flights a month. Between these two airlines, you'll be able to find a great deal from San Francisco to Detroit.
Are San Francisco Airport to Metro Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Booking your trip from San Francisco Airport to Metro Airport at the last minute could be your ticket to an awesome deal. However, it could end up costing a great deal more! If you'd rather avoid the risk, book well ahead of your departure date. In fact, Expedia has some of the biggest bargains up to a year in advance. If your preferred carrier hasn't released tickets yet, check back regularly as deals are updated all the time on Expedia.

Explore a world of travel with Expedia

San Francisco nearby Airports
*Available to Expedia members.