Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego from C$ 125

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SAN
18 Aug — 25 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego are usually found in August or July, booked 23 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday 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 13 August 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 246

One-way from

C$ 125

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

C$ 406

Good round-trip deal

C$ 228 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 121 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/10-28/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 56m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 27/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 6h 40m total
  • Detroit to San Diego
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 161 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 27 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego.

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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 13 August 2025.

Sat 11/107:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 28/106:15 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop14h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/8C$ 245
Tue 14/109:21 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Wed 22/106:15 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 13/8C$ 262
Sat 11/107:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 29/107:47 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 263
Sat 11/109:21 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop12h 09mSpirit Airlines
Mon 27/1012:28 p.m.SAN - DTW
Nonstop4h 30mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 267
Wed 8/101:51 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop7h 51mSpirit Airlines
Tue 28/107:47 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 270
Mon 6/1011:15 a.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop10h 27mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/108:29 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop11h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/8C$ 275
Tue 14/101:51 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop22h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 28/101:34 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop13h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/8C$ 277
Sat 11/107:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 44mMultiple Airlines
Thu 30/102:38 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop12h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 278
Fri 10/109:40 a.m.DTW - SAN
Nonstop4h 53mSpirit Airlines
Tue 28/107:47 p.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 282
Tue 14/107:40 p.m.DTW - SAN
1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines
Wed 29/106:15 a.m.SAN - DTW
1 stop6h 31mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/8C$ 285

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Diego

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/10

9:20 a.m.-6:42 p.m.

1 stop12h 22m

San Diego

Tue 28/10

7:47 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 48m

C$ 249

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/10

7:54 p.m.-11:34 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

San Diego

Sat 11/10

6:15 a.m.-3:46 p.m.

1 stop6h 31m

C$ 263

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/10

7:40 p.m.-11:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

San Diego

Wed 29/10

7:47 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 48m

C$ 263

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/10

1:51 p.m.-6:42 p.m.

1 stop7h 51m

San Diego

Fri 31/10

7:47 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 48m

C$ 270

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/10

11:15 a.m.-6:42 p.m.

1 stop10h 27m

San Diego

Sat 11/10

8:29 a.m.-11:17 p.m.

1 stop11h 48m

C$ 275

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/10

11:00 a.m.-4:03 p.m.

1 stop8h 03m

San Diego

Mon 13/10

8:11 a.m.-5:47 a.m.

1 stop18h 36m

C$ 278

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/10

7:54 p.m.-11:34 p.m.

1 stop6h 40m

San Diego

Mon 13/10

8:11 a.m.-5:47 a.m.

1 stop18h 36m

C$ 278

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/10

7:40 p.m.-11:24 p.m.

1 stop6h 44m

San Diego

Thu 30/10

2:38 p.m.-5:47 a.m.

1 stop12h 09m

C$ 278

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/10

2:22 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop7h 08m

San Diego

Thu 23/10

8:11 a.m.-6:32 p.m.

1 stop7h 21m

C$ 278

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/10

9:40 a.m.-11:33 a.m.

Nonstop4h 53m

San Diego

Tue 28/10

7:47 p.m.-5:35 a.m.

1 stop6h 48m

C$ 282

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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 8 August 2025.

Booking 23 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 289). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 390). 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 13 August 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 54% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, 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 10 August 2025.

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 13 August 2025.

The most flights from DTW to SAN are scheduled on a Monday (7 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 80% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 367.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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

Flights via Chicago (MDW) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 25m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

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

Flights via Chicago (MDW) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 1h 03m.

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 13 August 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest,Delta, andAmerican Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

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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 6 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 46m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to San Diego typically takes.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 246), 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 most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego?

    Consider Spirit Airlines (86%), KLM (78%) or Aeromexico (77%) 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$ 211, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 121. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Diego), is priced around C$ 246.

  • 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.

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    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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego (average of C$ 289). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Diego in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 390). 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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SouthwestCheapestC$ 491AverageC$ 738FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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