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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose, CA from C$ 177

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
28 Mar — 4 Apr1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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

Thu 16/44:55 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 36m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 22/46:15 a.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 25/2C$ 352
Sat 25/47:09 a.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop9h 41m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 27/46:15 a.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 397
Fri 24/45:14 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop30h 34m
Alaska Airlines
Mon 27/46:15 a.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop20h 29m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 416
Tue 5/58:51 a.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop9h 17m
Delta
Tue 12/510:55 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 28m
Delta
Deal found 23/2C$ 420
Tue 31/35:46 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop9h 12m
Delta
Tue 7/41:30 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop7h 29m
Delta
Deal found 24/2C$ 434
Tue 5/55:14 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 21m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 12/52:51 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops11h 53m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 486
Tue 5/57:09 a.m.
DTW
-
SJC
2 stops15h 20m
Alaska Airlines
Wed 6/511:54 a.m.
SJC
-
DTW
2 stops14h 50m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 24/2C$ 509
Tue 5/58:30 a.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop9h 30m
Delta
Thu 14/510:55 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
Nonstop4h 28m
Delta
Deal found 24/2C$ 530
Mon 16/34:25 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 37m
Delta
Sat 21/31:35 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop7h 24m
Delta
Deal found 22/2C$ 543
Tue 19/56:08 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
1 stop8h 23m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 26/56:00 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop8h 49m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 23/2C$ 550
Tue 19/57:45 p.m.
DTW
-
SJC
Nonstop4h 55m
Delta
Tue 26/58:45 p.m.
SJC
-
DTW
1 stop17h 25m
Delta
Deal found 23/2C$ 554

Find flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to San Jose (SJC). 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 February 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 352

One-way from

C$ 177

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

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Average price

C$ 490
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 16/4-22/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 05m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 22/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 8h 21m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/5

8:51 a.m.-3:08 p.m.

1 stop9h 17m

San Jose

Tue 12/5

10:55 p.m.-6:23 a.m.

Nonstop4h 28m

C$ 420

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/5

5:14 p.m.-10:35 p.m.

1 stop8h 21m

San Jose

Tue 12/5

8:00 a.m.-5:44 a.m.

1 stop18h 44m

C$ 434

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/5

6:35 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

2 stops9h 35m

San Jose

Tue 12/5

11:15 a.m.-11:05 p.m.

2 stops8h 50m

C$ 569

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

4:52 p.m.-9:28 a.m.

1 stop19h 36m

San Jose

Thu 26/3

6:15 a.m.-3:56 p.m.

1 stop30h 41m

C$ 609

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/3

6:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

San Jose

Thu 26/3

10:55 p.m.-9:50 a.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 632

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 25/4

7:09 a.m.-1:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 41m

San Jose

Mon 27/4

10:24 a.m.-12:45 a.m.

2 stops11h 21m

C$ 653

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 27/3

5:46 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

1 stop9h 12m

San Jose

Wed 1/4

7:15 a.m.-8:45 p.m.

1 stop10h 30m

C$ 654

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/4

5:40 p.m.-11:00 p.m.

2 stops8h 20m

San Jose

Sun 19/4

11:45 a.m.-12:40 a.m.

2 stops9h 55m

C$ 673

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/4

4:55 p.m.-9:28 a.m.

1 stop19h 33m

San Jose

Fri 17/4

6:15 a.m.-3:59 p.m.

1 stop30h 44m

C$ 703

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 29/5

5:20 a.m.-10:53 a.m.

1 stop8h 33m

San Jose

Mon 1/6

10:00 p.m.-4:51 p.m.

2 stops15h 51m

C$ 738

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 178). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to San Jose, California?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Jose, California?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to San Jose, California on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to San Jose, California?

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

Dallas (DFW) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 247.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to San Jose, California?

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 7h 55m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to San Jose, California?

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

Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 28m.

Reviews of airlines servicing San Jose

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to San Jose. 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 Jose. Reviews last updated 26 February 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines from Detroit to San Jose have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,494 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,494 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

IAH - BWI

Everything was alright didn't get any snacks cause it was an short flight. The workers were very nice and respectful

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit to San Jose, California?

    Airlines like Delta, Alaska Airlines, and Southwest fly from Detroit to San Jose, California in about 8h 21m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 14m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3309 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to San Jose, California round-trip?

    Delta, at C$ 242, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to San Jose, California.. Delta is 56% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to San Jose 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 Jose, California?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 178). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California 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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DeltaCheapestC$ 242AverageC$ 540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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