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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose, CA from C$ 277

DTT — SJC
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose

Wed 9/96:16 p.m. -
1 stop6h 50m
Sat 12/911:41 a.m. -
1 stop8h 59m
Deal found 26/8C$ 552
Wed 9/96:16 p.m. -
1 stop6h 50m
Tue 13/106:34 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 31/8C$ 580
Fri 11/95:00 p.m. -
1 stop8h 20m
Thu 15/1012:25 p.m. -
2 stops8h 15m
Deal found 31/8C$ 587
Fri 11/98:25 a.m. -
1 stop8h 36m
Sun 18/106:34 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 31/8C$ 591
Fri 11/91:20 p.m. -
2 stops8h 35m
Mon 14/911:00 p.m. -
1 stop8h 55m
Deal found 29/8C$ 598
Sat 24/107:00 a.m. -
1 stop9h 18m
Sat 24/104:48 p.m. -
1 stop9h 52m
Deal found 26/8C$ 599
Tue 27/104:00 p.m. -
1 stop6h 52m
Mon 9/1110:40 p.m. -
1 stop7h 47m
Deal found 29/8C$ 608
Sat 12/98:30 a.m. -
2 stops12h 50m
Wed 16/911:30 a.m. -
2 stops8h 40m
Deal found 28/8C$ 613
Tue 22/912:55 p.m. -
2 stops8h 10m
Thu 1/102:30 p.m. -
1 stop6h 05m
Deal found 27/8C$ 614
Sat 19/96:16 p.m. -
1 stop6h 50m
Wed 21/1012:57 p.m. -
1 stop7h 56m
Deal found 31/8C$ 619
Thu 29/105:55 a.m. -
2 stops9h 15m
Mon 9/119:15 a.m. -
2 stops8h 45m
Deal found 26/8C$ 621

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Round-trip from

C$ 580

One-way from

C$ 277

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C$ 614
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  • 10/9-15/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 15h 28m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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  • Delta
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 10h 15m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/9

5:39 p.m.-10:57 p.m.

1 stop8h 18m

San Jose

Tue 15/9

4:47 p.m.-5:22 a.m.

1 stop9h 35m

C$ 591

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/9

6:00 a.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop7h 52m

San Jose

Mon 14/9

11:32 a.m.-10:17 p.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 591

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/11

7:05 a.m.-11:27 a.m.

1 stop7h 22m

San Jose

Mon 16/11

1:00 p.m.-12:57 a.m.

1 stop8h 57m

C$ 608

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 20/10

6:00 p.m.-10:08 p.m.

1 stop7h 08m

San Jose

Sat 24/10

6:11 p.m.-5:24 a.m.

1 stop8h 13m

C$ 608

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/12

8:45 a.m.-5:09 p.m.

1 stop11h 24m

San Jose

Tue 8/12

7:00 a.m.-7:06 p.m.

1 stop9h 06m

C$ 608

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

4:35 p.m.-10:22 p.m.

1 stop8h 47m

San Jose

Sun 15/11

5:58 p.m.-6:27 a.m.

1 stop9h 29m

C$ 619

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/10

2:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

San Jose

Mon 19/10

5:15 p.m.-10:05 a.m.

2 stops13h 50m

C$ 630
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DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 16/9

6:00 a.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop7h 52m

San Jose

Sun 20/9

1:43 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 16m

C$ 630

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/10

7:00 a.m.-1:18 p.m.

1 stop9h 18m

San Jose

Sun 25/10

4:48 p.m.-5:40 a.m.

1 stop9h 52m

C$ 649

DetroitSan Jose

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - SJC San Jose

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/10

2:45 p.m.-9:15 p.m.

2 stops9h 30m

San Jose

Tue 13/10

1:45 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 05m

C$ 655

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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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 492). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 790). 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?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Detroit to San Jose, California flights typically cost between C$ 559 and C$ 703 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was C$ 580 on Delta (10 Sep-13 Oct).

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

Phoenix (PHX) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 50% 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?

Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 490.

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

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 48m.

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

Flights via Phoenix (PHX) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 48m.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California, you should look to book at least 58 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Related info for your journey

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

    Airlines like Alaska Airlines and Delta fly from Detroit to San Jose, California in about 8h 03m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 3309 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to San Jose, California (average of C$ 492). Flying from Detroit to San Jose, California in June is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 790). 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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