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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose, CA from C$ 152

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 27/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — SJC
27 Jan — 3 Feb1
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 28 December 2025.

Mon 29/126:40 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop10h 12mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/111:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop26h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/12C$ 1,130
Mon 29/127:15 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop8h 15mSouthwest
Sat 10/17:40 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 28/12C$ 1,164
Tue 30/127:16 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops14h 52mDelta
Sat 3/110:55 p.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops17h 20mDelta
Deal found 27/12C$ 1,245
Tue 30/124:20 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 40mSouthwest
Sat 3/16:35 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,283
Sat 27/126:00 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 34mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/19:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/12C$ 1,290
Mon 29/125:49 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops10h 44mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/19:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops10h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 27/12C$ 1,297
Mon 29/1210:30 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop9h 29mDelta
Sun 4/110:55 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 35mDelta
Deal found 27/12C$ 1,317
Sun 28/126:39 p.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops18h 10mAlaska Airlines
Sat 10/111:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop26h 19mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/12C$ 1,334
Sat 27/128:01 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 40mDelta
Mon 29/125:40 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop9h 45mDelta
Deal found 26/12C$ 1,352

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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 28 December 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 365

One-way from

C$ 152

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 1,002
1/2-8/2
  • 1/2-8/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 09m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 27/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 39m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (C$ 152 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Detroit

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San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/2

4:16 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

1 stop8h 04m

San Jose

Sat 28/2

2:25 p.m.-1:11 p.m.

1 stop19h 46m

C$ 450

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/1

5:15 p.m.-5:08 p.m.

1 stop26h 53m

San Jose

Tue 27/1

6:02 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop19h 17m

C$ 470

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 27/2

4:39 p.m.-8:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 14m

San Jose

Sun 1/3

10:35 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 482

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/1

5:15 a.m.-12:56 p.m.

1 stop10h 41m

San Jose

Fri 23/1

10:45 p.m.-11:01 a.m.

1 stop9h 16m

C$ 482

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/2

12:30 p.m.-5:33 p.m.

1 stop8h 03m

San Jose

Fri 27/2

10:35 p.m.-9:30 a.m.

1 stop7h 55m

C$ 482

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 31/1

11:32 a.m.-8:56 p.m.

2 stops12h 24m

San Jose

Mon 2/2

8:40 a.m.-11:44 p.m.

2 stops12h 04m

C$ 496

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/5

7:55 p.m.-9:48 p.m.

Nonstop4h 53m

San Jose

Tue 19/5

10:56 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

C$ 499

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/5

7:55 p.m.-9:48 p.m.

Nonstop4h 53m

San Jose

Wed 20/5

10:56 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

C$ 499

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 25/3

6:30 a.m.-10:25 a.m.

1 stop6h 55m

San Jose

Sat 4/4

10:55 p.m.-9:40 a.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 504

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/5

8:10 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

1 stop7h 16m

San Jose

Wed 13/5

10:56 p.m.-6:30 a.m.

Nonstop4h 34m

C$ 513

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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, 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$ 402). 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 SJC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to San Jose. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 28 December 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 35% on flights from Detroit to San Jose, California by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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 68% 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$ 246.

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 28 December 2025.
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
8,210 reviews
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Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

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
8,210 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,210 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Food

5.1

Crew

7.0

Boarding

6.6

Comfort

5.9

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 and Alaska Airlines fly from Detroit to San Jose, California in about 8h 04m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 18h 49m. 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$ 253, 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, 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$ 402). 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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to San Jose. 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 28 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 253AverageC$ 319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 461AverageC$ 607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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