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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco from C$ 224

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 19/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SFO
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
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 June, booked 79 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap 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 28 October 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 427

One-way from

C$ 224

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 683

Good round-trip deal

C$ 532 or less
United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 27/11-10/12
  • Nonstop
  • 10h 04m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 19/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 13h 50m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 20% potential increase in price (C$ 256 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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Average for round-trip flights in October 2025
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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 28 October 2025.

Thu 27/115:35 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/1211:25 a.m.SFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 427
Thu 4/127:25 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop9h 10mUnited Airlines
Sun 21/1211:35 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop7h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/10C$ 432
Fri 19/125:10 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop13h 50mSouthwest
Fri 9/15:30 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop9h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 27/10C$ 439
Sat 8/115:35 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Sat 15/118:59 a.m.SFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/10C$ 446
Wed 12/115:35 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 9/111:56 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop7h 14mUnited Airlines
Deal found 25/10C$ 460
Sat 20/127:50 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop26h 58mMultiple Airlines
Wed 24/129:30 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 462
Tue 25/115:35 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Fri 28/117:00 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 470
Tue 11/118:00 a.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop9h 40mSouthwest
Fri 5/1210:50 a.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop6h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 26/10C$ 474
Wed 12/112:31 p.m.DTW - SFO
1 stop12h 28mJetBlue
Sun 16/119:10 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop10h 39mJetBlue
Deal found 28/10C$ 480
Fri 12/127:05 a.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 15/1211:25 a.m.SFO - DTW
Nonstop4h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 26/10C$ 481
Thu 20/115:35 p.m.DTW - SFO
Nonstop5h 25mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/1211:50 p.m.SFO - DTW
1 stop7h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/10C$ 484
Thu 4/127:00 a.m.DTW - SFO
2 stops10h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/125:20 a.m.SFO - DTW
2 stops9h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 26/10C$ 488

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

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Francisco

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/11

5:35 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

8:59 a.m.-4:39 p.m.

Nonstop4h 40m

C$ 446

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

9:30 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 19/1

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

2 stops9h 35m

C$ 446

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 25/11

5:35 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Fri 28/11

7:00 a.m.-4:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 45m

C$ 470

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 23/11

5:35 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 1/12

11:50 p.m.-9:55 a.m.

1 stop7h 05m

C$ 492

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 15/11

4:51 p.m.-8:55 a.m.

2 stops19h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 18/11

4:39 p.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop20h 16m

C$ 533

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

7:05 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 4/1

9:25 p.m.-5:06 a.m.

Nonstop4h 41m

C$ 544

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 22/1

7:10 a.m.-9:31 a.m.

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Sun 25/1

4:10 p.m.-11:48 p.m.

Nonstop4h 38m

C$ 544

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/1

7:10 a.m.-9:31 a.m.

Nonstop5h 21m

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

1:40 p.m.-9:14 p.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

C$ 544

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/12

8:00 a.m.-2:25 p.m.

2 stops9h 25m

San Francisco

Thu 25/12

8:20 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 05m

C$ 551

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/12

7:05 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Sun 7/12

6:00 a.m.-5:07 p.m.

1 stop8h 07m

C$ 558

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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 24 October 2025.

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$ 182). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 358). 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 28 October 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco at noon. 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.

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 28 October 2025.
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
4,235 reviews
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Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
4,235 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
7,995 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
8,996 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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
5.8
Fair
3,122 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,235 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

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 08m 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 4 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 5h 25m. Fly via United Airlines, Southwest, or Alaska Airlines 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$ 211. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from C$ 296, and Southwest, from C$ 431. These flights start at 70% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as C$ 224. Users have also found prices from C$ 235 and C$ 257 on Sun Country Air and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

  • 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: ITA Airways (94%), Air France (93%), Korean Air (92%).

  • 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$ 452. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco) can be booked for C$ 243 on average, our data indicates C$ 703 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.

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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 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$ 182). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco in August is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 358). 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$ 211AverageC$ 362FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 296AverageC$ 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 431AverageC$ 766FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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