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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose, CA from C$ 181

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 10/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 8 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 361

One-way from

C$ 181

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

C$ 415
Alaska Airlines
  • Alaska Airlines
  • 18/2-24/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 39h 27m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 10/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 9h 40m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price (C$ 174 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease (C$ 47 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 8 January 2026.

Tue 10/34:14 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop8h 19mDelta
Tue 24/39:40 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 10mDelta
Deal found 6/1C$ 361
Sat 7/34:59 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop19h 58mDelta
Tue 24/36:25 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 6/1C$ 362
Sat 7/34:59 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop19h 58mDelta
Mon 23/311:40 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop15h 47mDelta
Deal found 8/1C$ 364
Wed 11/310:45 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Tue 24/39:15 p.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1C$ 368
Tue 10/38:18 p.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops17h 39mDelta
Mon 23/311:40 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop15h 47mDelta
Deal found 6/1C$ 372
Tue 10/36:30 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops9h 00mSouthwest
Tue 17/311:20 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/1C$ 376
Thu 19/25:22 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop19h 00mAlaska Airlines
Tue 24/24:59 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop20h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/1C$ 377
Wed 18/25:22 p.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops20h 56mAlaska Airlines
Tue 24/210:16 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop27h 10mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 399
Mon 9/34:29 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop8h 48mDelta
Wed 18/31:38 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 21mDelta
Deal found 8/1C$ 402
Mon 9/34:25 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop8h 37mDelta
Mon 23/311:40 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop15h 47mDelta
Deal found 8/1C$ 404
Thu 29/15:15 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop19h 33mAlaska Airlines
Sat 31/13:36 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop21h 43mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 8/1C$ 422

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Detroit

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San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

8:45 a.m.-1:10 p.m.

1 stop7h 25m

San Jose

Tue 24/3

10:55 p.m.-10:05 a.m.

1 stop8h 10m

C$ 361

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

2:36 p.m.-9:33 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

San Jose

Wed 25/3

7:00 a.m.-7:42 p.m.

1 stop9h 42m

C$ 361

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

12:30 p.m.-7:10 p.m.

1 stop9h 40m

San Jose

Mon 23/3

11:40 a.m.-6:27 a.m.

1 stop15h 47m

C$ 362

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

8:18 p.m.-10:57 a.m.

2 stops17h 39m

San Jose

Wed 25/3

6:25 p.m.-7:04 a.m.

1 stop9h 39m

C$ 369

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/3

7:31 a.m.-1:41 p.m.

2 stops9h 10m

San Jose

Tue 24/3

10:55 p.m.-4:08 p.m.

2 stops14h 13m

C$ 376

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

12:30 p.m.-5:25 p.m.

1 stop7h 55m

San Jose

Wed 25/3

6:25 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 424

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

4:59 p.m.-9:57 a.m.

1 stop19h 58m

San Jose

Fri 20/3

6:25 p.m.-5:00 a.m.

1 stop7h 35m

C$ 426

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/2

5:35 a.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops9h 20m

San Jose

Tue 24/2

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

2 stops9h 00m

C$ 440

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 15/2

5:35 a.m.-11:55 a.m.

2 stops9h 20m

San Jose

Tue 17/2

6:30 a.m.-8:25 p.m.

1 stop10h 55m

C$ 449

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/2

5:22 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop8h 37m

San Jose

Sun 8/3

8:00 a.m.-4:26 p.m.

1 stop29h 26m

C$ 460

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

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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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 176). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 406). 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 53% 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$ 249.

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 Los Angeles (LAX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 2h 15m.

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 8 January 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
8,289 reviews
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Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jose F,Dec 2025

SAT - MCO

5 hours delay, Flight change, no empathy from people at the counter
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,289 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,289 reviews
Check prices

Crew

7.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Entertainment

4.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jose F,Dec 2025

SAT - MCO

5 hours delay, Flight change, no empathy from people at the counter

Related info for your journey

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

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

    Airlines like Delta, Southwest, and United Airlines fly from Detroit to San Jose, California in about 6h 58m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 2h 12m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3309 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 Jose, California round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at C$ 256, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit to San Jose, California. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Delta. Spirit Airlines is 53% 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?

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

  • 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 176). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in November is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 406). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 256AverageC$ 323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 466AverageC$ 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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