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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from C$ 237

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 31/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SFO
14 Jun — 21 Jun1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to San Francisco are usually found in July or February, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday 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 15 May 2026.

Thu 30/78:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Thu 6/89:39 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop23h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 385
Mon 10/88:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Fri 21/89:35 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop23h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 390
Sun 23/87:45 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop6h 53m
Frontier
Sat 29/812:33 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 392
Tue 25/82:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops23h 25m
Frontier
Sun 30/87:12 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 11/5C$ 395
Tue 11/88:51 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop14h 02m
Frontier
Tue 18/87:12 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 399
Sun 9/88:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Thu 20/812:33 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 400
Tue 25/82:02 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops23h 25m
Frontier
Fri 28/810:15 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop12h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 403
Thu 29/107:05 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops17h 13m
Frontier
Mon 2/112:07 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop7h 17m
Frontier
Deal found 13/5C$ 405
Sun 9/88:00 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
1 stop19h 18m
Frontier
Sun 23/87:12 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 10m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 410
Tue 11/88:52 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops10h 14m
Frontier
Wed 19/86:00 a.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop14h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 418
Tue 9/66:54 p.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops32h 33m
Frontier
Tue 16/67:17 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop9h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 425
Tue 11/88:52 a.m.
DTW
-
SFO
2 stops10h 14m
Frontier
Sat 22/812:33 p.m.
SFO
-
DTW
1 stop8h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 12/5C$ 432

Find flight deals from Detroit to San Francisco

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

Round-trip from

C$ 385

One-way from

C$ 237

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

July

Average price

C$ 630

Good round-trip deal

C$ 616 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 601 or less
Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 30/7-6/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 38m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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  • Frontier
  • 31/8
  • 2 total stops
  • 52h 35m total
  • Detroit to San Francisco
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

6:34 a.m.-8:40 a.m.

Nonstop5h 06m

San Francisco

Wed 17/6

9:30 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

Nonstop4h 50m

C$ 479

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/5

5:29 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

Nonstop5h 08m

San Francisco

Wed 3/6

9:30 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

Nonstop4h 50m

C$ 534

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

5:25 p.m.-11:15 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

San Francisco

Tue 14/7

10:25 a.m.-12:05 a.m.

2 stops10h 40m

C$ 608

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

8:25 p.m.-10:28 p.m.

Nonstop5h 03m

San Francisco

Sun 14/6

11:56 p.m.-7:34 a.m.

Nonstop4h 38m

C$ 623

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 18/9

2:40 p.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 15m

San Francisco

Mon 21/9

11:55 a.m.-11:35 p.m.

2 stops8h 40m

C$ 624

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 17/9

7:00 a.m.-1:03 p.m.

1 stop9h 03m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

1:59 p.m.-5:23 a.m.

2 stops12h 24m

C$ 627

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/5

5:29 p.m.-7:37 p.m.

Nonstop5h 08m

San Francisco

Mon 1/6

2:06 p.m.-11:57 p.m.

1 stop6h 51m

C$ 647

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 17/9

8:20 p.m.-10:34 p.m.

Nonstop5h 14m

San Francisco

Thu 24/9

2:25 p.m.-10:02 p.m.

Nonstop4h 37m

C$ 649
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/6

8:25 p.m.-10:28 p.m.

Nonstop5h 03m

San Francisco

Wed 17/6

5:40 a.m.-1:13 p.m.

Nonstop4h 33m

C$ 650

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 29/10

1:25 p.m.-8:05 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

San Francisco

Mon 2/11

8:30 a.m.-9:00 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

C$ 664

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

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

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 Francisco?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of C$ 130). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 289). 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 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 15 May 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to San Francisco in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 40% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to San Francisco. 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 May 2026.

The most flights from DTT to SFO are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

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

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

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 42% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to San Francisco on Cheapflights.

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

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

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 286.

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

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

Flights via Minneapolis (MSP) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 44m.

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

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

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

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 15 May 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to San Francisco, such as Southwest,United Airlines, andFrontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,717 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,951 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,299 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to San Francisco. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    San Francisco is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Francisco from Detroit All airports. Booking flights from All airports (DTT) to San Francisco (SFO) should be relatively easy as there are 12 daily flights to San Francisco from 5 different airlines. 4h 56m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Francisco will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Departing from Detroit to San Francisco will take you 5h 03m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3335 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier (C$ 219), Delta (C$ 290), and United Airlines (C$ 383) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to San Francisco. These flights start at 63% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Before booking your flight to San Francisco from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Asiana Airlines (87%), Air New Zealand (87%), United Airlines( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Francisco?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to San Francisco is C$ 349. On average you can expect to pay C$ 794. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Francisco), can usually be booked for C$ 335.

  • 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 to San Francisco?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco (average of C$ 130). Flying from Detroit to San Francisco in April is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 289). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Detroit to San Francisco

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Francisco. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 15 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 219AverageC$ 379FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 290AverageC$ 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 383AverageC$ 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 400AverageC$ 488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 423AverageC$ 511FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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