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Cheap flights from Detroit to San José from C$ 586

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJO
5 May — 12 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San José

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San José (SJO). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 615

One-way from

C$ 586

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 675
3/8-8/8
  • 3/8-8/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 07m total
  • Detroit to San José
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  • 26/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 00m total
  • Detroit to San José
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 283 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 42 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San José
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San José. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 April 2025.

Sun 3/83:49 p.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 51mMultiple Airlines
Fri 8/88:50 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop12h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 615
Fri 8/86:00 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop8h 40mSpirit Airlines
Sat 16/81:41 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop16h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 619
Sun 17/89:20 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops11h 45mSouthwest
Fri 22/88:50 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops12h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 28/4C$ 685
Wed 30/45:40 a.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops15h 09mCopa Airlines
Thu 8/56:07 p.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 00mCopa Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 721
Tue 27/54:53 p.m.DTW - SJO
2 stops56h 53mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/61:06 a.m.SJO - DTW
2 stops26h 08mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 29/4C$ 909
Wed 24/126:43 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop7h 02mDelta
Wed 31/127:05 a.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop10h 49mDelta
Deal found 29/4C$ 1,121
Wed 16/78:20 a.m.DTW - SJO
1 stop13h 17mUnited Airlines
Sun 27/71:00 p.m.SJO - DTW
1 stop8h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 1,142

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Detroit

Fly to

San José

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

3:49 p.m.-10:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 8/8

8:50 a.m.-11:06 p.m.

1 stop12h 16m

C$ 615

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

6:00 a.m.-12:40 p.m.

1 stop8h 40m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sat 16/8

1:41 p.m.-8:07 a.m.

1 stop16h 26m

C$ 619

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 17/8

9:20 a.m.-7:05 p.m.

2 stops11h 45m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 22/8

8:50 a.m.-10:50 p.m.

2 stops12h 00m

C$ 685

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 14/5

11:10 a.m.-7:35 a.m.

2 stops22h 25m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Fri 23/5

4:10 a.m.-10:08 p.m.

2 stops15h 58m

C$ 721

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/5

4:53 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

2 stops32h 53m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/6

1:06 a.m.-5:14 a.m.

2 stops26h 08m

C$ 891

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 26/5

5:25 a.m.-11:59 a.m.

1 stop8h 34m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Tue 3/6

1:24 p.m.-12:55 a.m.

1 stop9h 31m

C$ 1,139

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/7

8:20 a.m.-7:37 p.m.

1 stop13h 17m

San José Juan Santamaria Intl

Sun 27/7

1:00 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop8h 57m

C$ 1,142

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 26/7

6:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m.

1 stop9h 00m

C$ 586

DetroitSan José

DTW - SJO

DTWSJO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 26/7

6:15 p.m.-10:11 a.m.

2 stops17h 56m

C$ 644

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Deals found on 28/4

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to San José

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San José. Price data was last updated on 25 April 2025.

Booking 74 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Detroit to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to SJO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San José. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 30 April 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 48% on flights from Detroit to San José, San José Province by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

Rainfall in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San José, San José Province ranges from 0.0 - 300.0 mm per month. September is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 300.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit San José, San José Province when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San José by month

Plan your trip to San José by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San José, San José Province, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 18.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San José

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San José. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to San José. Reviews last updated 30 April 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to San José. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,295 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,936 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Copa Airlines
7.5
Good
1,411 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San José. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to San José, San José Province round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to San José, San José Province, with prices starting at C$ 619. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and Copa Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 685 and C$ 721, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to San José that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to San José flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to San José?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to San José.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to San José?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San José by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San José, San José Province (average of C$ 486). Flying from Detroit to San José, San José Province in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 683). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 376AverageC$ 544FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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