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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego from C$ 240

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 25/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego are usually found in April or September, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Sunday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Diego

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego (SAN). 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 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 281

One-way from

C$ 240

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 565

Good round-trip deal

C$ 216 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 30/5-2/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 22m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Sun Country Air
  • Sun Country Air
  • 25/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 22m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (C$ 41 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Diego
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Diego. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Fri 30/57:59 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 57mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/66:58 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 281
Mon 12/52:28 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop12h 45mFrontier
Wed 21/51:23 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop18h 35mFrontier
Deal found 27/4C$ 303
Wed 21/511:37 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 38mJetBlue
Fri 30/58:25 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop11h 48mJetBlue
Deal found 28/4C$ 403
Wed 11/68:25 p.m.DTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 38mDelta
Sun 15/611:22 a.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 27mDelta
Deal found 28/4C$ 414
Thu 15/57:59 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 57mMultiple Airlines
Mon 19/56:25 a.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops24h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 421
Fri 8/86:47 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop25h 32mSun Country Air
Sun 10/88:30 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop22h 43mSun Country Air
Deal found 27/4C$ 437
Tue 27/54:53 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop8h 51mAlaska Airlines
Mon 2/64:59 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop9h 15mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 510
Wed 16/74:15 p.m.DTW - SAN
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Wed 23/78:50 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 27/4C$ 549
Fri 6/66:09 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/68:40 p.m.SAN - DTW
2 stops10h 26mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 574

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Detroit

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San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/5

7:59 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop6h 57m

San Diego

Mon 2/6

6:58 p.m.-5:23 a.m.

1 stop7h 25m

C$ 281

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/5

2:28 p.m.-12:13 a.m.

1 stop12h 45m

San Diego

Wed 21/5

1:23 p.m.-10:58 a.m.

1 stop18h 35m

C$ 303

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/5

11:37 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop10h 38m

San Diego

Fri 30/5

8:25 p.m.-11:13 a.m.

1 stop11h 48m

C$ 403

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/6

8:25 p.m.-10:03 p.m.

Nonstop4h 38m

San Diego

Sun 15/6

11:22 a.m.-6:49 p.m.

Nonstop4h 27m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/5

7:59 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop6h 57m

San Diego

Mon 19/5

6:25 a.m.-9:36 a.m.

2 stops24h 11m

C$ 421

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

6:47 p.m.-5:19 p.m.

1 stop25h 32m

San Diego

Sun 10/8

8:30 a.m.-10:13 a.m.

1 stop22h 43m

C$ 437

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 27/5

4:53 p.m.-10:44 p.m.

1 stop8h 51m

San Diego

Mon 2/6

4:59 p.m.-5:14 a.m.

1 stop9h 15m

C$ 510

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/7

4:15 p.m.-9:50 p.m.

2 stops8h 35m

San Diego

Wed 23/7

8:50 a.m.-7:25 p.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 549

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

6:09 p.m.-10:14 p.m.

1 stop7h 05m

San Diego

Tue 10/6

8:40 p.m.-10:06 a.m.

2 stops10h 26m

C$ 574

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 25/7

11:15 a.m.-4:37 p.m.

1 stop8h 22m

C$ 240

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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

Booking 69 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 300). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 409). 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 DTW to SAN?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 55% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Diego. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego flight should consider departing on Saturday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Diego. 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 29 April 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SAN are scheduled on a Thursday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in San Diego by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in San Diego ranges from 0.0 - 58.0 mm per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 58.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit San Diego when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in San Diego by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to San Diego, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing San Diego

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Diego. 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 Diego. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to San Diego have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
4,292 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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
7,929 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,922 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,961 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

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

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to San Diego?

    If you wish to fly to San Diego from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego. There are 7 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Diego (SAN) per day to choose from. Flights to San Diego from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 50m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to San Diego typically takes.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 281), Frontier (C$ 303), and JetBlue (C$ 403) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego. Spirit Airlines is priced at 56% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as C$ 240 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from C$ 279 and Alaska Airlines from C$ 345 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Consider ITA Airways (83%), Korean Air (83%) or WestJet (83%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego? While on average our users pay C$ 268, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 118. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), is priced around C$ 281.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San Diego 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 300). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 409). 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$ 153AverageC$ 286FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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FrontierCheapestC$ 178AverageC$ 287FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 275AverageC$ 632FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 427AverageC$ 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 553AverageC$ 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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