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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco from C$ 136

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 11/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
25 Feb — 4 Mar1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco are usually found in July or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Sunday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to San Francisco. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 26 January 2026.

Sat 30/56:24 a.m.
DTW
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SFO
Nonstop5h 06m
United Airlines
Sat 6/69:25 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 50m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 396
Wed 13/56:05 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 15/55:49 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop19h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/1C$ 400
Mon 9/25:15 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop8h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/26:55 a.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop13h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 401
Thu 6/86:21 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop25h 52m
Sun Country Air
Sun 9/811:59 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop7h 13m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 26/1C$ 404
Thu 26/27:05 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
Nonstop5h 27m
United Airlines
Sun 1/311:59 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop6h 33m
United Airlines
Deal found 26/1C$ 410
Tue 10/28:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 50m
Frontier
Fri 20/28:48 a.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop12h 07m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 412
Tue 10/28:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops12h 50m
Frontier
Sun 15/210:58 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 415
Wed 11/28:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop18h 58m
Frontier
Mon 16/26:15 a.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop11h 00m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 416
Thu 9/77:09 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop25h 04m
Sun Country Air
Wed 29/76:14 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop11h 50m
Sun Country Air
Deal found 25/1C$ 418
Fri 13/26:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop21h 28m
Frontier
Tue 17/210:55 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 12m
Frontier
Deal found 26/1C$ 422
Sat 21/25:25 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop7h 40m
Southwest
Sun 29/311:25 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop7h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 25/1C$ 423
Mon 16/310:27 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop29h 01m
Frontier
Fri 20/310:35 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
2 stops19h 01m
Frontier
Deal found 24/1C$ 425

Find flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO). 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 26 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 396

One-way from

C$ 133

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 682

Good round-trip deal

C$ 649 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 30/5-6/6
  • Nonstop
  • 9h 56m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 7/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 54m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (C$ 47 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Detroit

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San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

5:22 p.m.-8:46 a.m.

2 stops18h 24m

San Francisco

Tue 10/3

8:42 a.m.-4:26 p.m.

1 stop28h 44m

C$ 404

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 29/5

11:00 a.m.-5:18 p.m.

1 stop9h 18m

San Francisco

Sat 6/6

9:25 p.m.-5:15 a.m.

Nonstop4h 50m

C$ 410

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 21/2

7:43 p.m.-1:28 a.m.

1 stop8h 45m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

1:20 p.m.-8:59 p.m.

Nonstop4h 39m

C$ 410

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 9/7

7:09 p.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop25h 04m

San Francisco

Sat 1/8

11:59 p.m.-9:04 a.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 418

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/7

10:15 a.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop9h 58m

San Francisco

Wed 29/7

6:14 p.m.-9:04 a.m.

1 stop11h 50m

C$ 418

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/2

8:45 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

1 stop13h 10m

San Francisco

Fri 20/2

12:30 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 29m

C$ 436

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/7

10:15 a.m.-5:13 p.m.

1 stop9h 58m

San Francisco

Sun 26/7

11:59 p.m.-10:12 a.m.

1 stop7h 13m

C$ 459

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/2

12:19 p.m.-10:41 p.m.

1 stop13h 22m

San Francisco

Sat 28/2

10:45 p.m.-6:18 a.m.

Nonstop4h 33m

C$ 481

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/2

8:59 p.m.-11:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

10:20 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop17h 10m

C$ 481

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 20/2

8:59 p.m.-11:25 p.m.

Nonstop5h 26m

San Francisco

Wed 25/2

2:39 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop12h 51m

C$ 481

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Francisco. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco is 79 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (average of C$ 178). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 405). 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 SFO?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 26 January 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 37% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

Reviews of airlines servicing San Francisco

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Francisco. 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 Francisco. Reviews last updated 26 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,199 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,058 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,268 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

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.

Related info for your journey

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

    To fly from Detroit to San Francisco, you need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO). Nonstop flights to San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County take 5h 14m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 9 outbound flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco offered by 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in 8h 45m. Fly via Alaska Airlines, United Airlines, or Sun Country Air to get the fastest option. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and San Francisco are separated by a distance of 3335 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco round-trip from C$ 204. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from C$ 289, and American Airlines, from C$ 400. These flights start at 67% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco on time: China Eastern (100%), United Airlines (69%), Asiana Airlines (68%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 546. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco) can be booked for C$ 285 on average, our data indicates C$ 731 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (average of C$ 178). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 405). 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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FrontierCheapestC$ 204AverageC$ 366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 400AverageC$ 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 422AverageC$ 639FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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