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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Antonio from C$ 104

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 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SAT
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to San Antonio are usually found in August or June, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Antonio

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Antonio (SAT). 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 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 215

One-way from

C$ 104

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 554
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 24/2-28/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 09m total
  • Detroit to San Antonio
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 37m total
  • Detroit to San Antonio
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 15% potential increase in price (C$ 131 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 20 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Antonio
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Antonio. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Tue 24/26:10 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop6h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 28/26:00 a.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop6h 20m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 215
Thu 19/26:59 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop19h 13m
Frontier
Sat 28/22:13 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop16h 51m
Frontier
Deal found 13/1C$ 226
Mon 23/210:10 a.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop7h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/26:12 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop28h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 228
Wed 18/28:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop9h 45m
Frontier
Tue 24/25:36 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop29h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 13/1C$ 230
Wed 18/28:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop9h 45m
Frontier
Wed 25/26:12 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop28h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 13/1C$ 233
Fri 20/26:10 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop6h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 25/26:12 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop28h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 235
Sun 22/210:59 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
2 stops18h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/35:08 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop19h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 244
Wed 25/26:10 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop6h 49m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 28/26:00 a.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop10h 07m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 246
Mon 23/210:10 a.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop7h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/35:08 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop19h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 247
Mon 23/210:10 a.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop7h 08m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 26/28:20 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 251
Fri 20/26:10 p.m.
DTW
-
SAT
1 stop6h 49m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/35:08 p.m.
SAT
-
DTW
1 stop19h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/1C$ 254

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Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Antonio

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Sun 22/2

5:25 a.m.-9:21 a.m.

Nonstop2h 56m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Fri 27/2

4:00 p.m.-8:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 21/2

8:44 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop3h 41m

San Antonio

Fri 27/2

4:00 p.m.-8:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/4

8:48 p.m.-11:08 p.m.

Nonstop3h 20m

San Antonio

Mon 20/4

11:50 a.m.-3:50 p.m.

Nonstop3h 00m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Sat 28/2

5:25 a.m.-9:21 a.m.

Nonstop2h 56m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

8:52 a.m.-11:25 a.m.

Nonstop3h 33m

San Antonio

Tue 31/3

5:10 a.m.-9:07 a.m.

Nonstop2h 57m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Wed 25/2

5:25 a.m.-9:21 a.m.

Nonstop2h 56m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/3

8:20 p.m.-10:42 p.m.

Nonstop3h 22m

San Antonio

Tue 24/3

5:10 a.m.-9:07 a.m.

Nonstop2h 57m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Wed 25/2

4:00 p.m.-8:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

C$ 554

DetroitSan Antonio

DTW - SAT

DTWSAT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

8:25 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

Nonstop3h 30m

San Antonio

Thu 26/2

4:00 p.m.-8:01 p.m.

Nonstop3h 01m

C$ 554

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Antonio

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Antonio?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Antonio. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 79 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Antonio. 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 Antonio?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Antonio (average of C$ 136). Flying from Detroit to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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 SAT?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Antonio. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit to San Antonio in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Antonio

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Antonio. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

The most flights from DTT to SAT are scheduled on a Monday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Antonio?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Antonio?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to San Antonio chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Nashville (BNA) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 43% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to San Antonio on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Antonio?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to San Antonio, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 174.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to San Antonio?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to San Antonio, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Nashville (BNA) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 58m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to San Antonio?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to San Antonio, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Nashville (BNA) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 49m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Antonio

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Antonio. 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 Antonio. Reviews last updated 15 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to San Antonio, such as Delta and Spirit Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,320 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Check prices

Overall

7.9

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit to San Antonio?

    Departing from Detroit to San Antonio will take you 3h 30m. Airlines will cover a distance of 1954 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to San Antonio?

    Consider Korean Air (82%), Delta (77%) or WestJet (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to San Antonio.

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San Antonio 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 Antonio?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Antonio (average of C$ 136). Flying from Detroit to San Antonio in January is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 379). 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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