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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose from C$ 136

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 1/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJC
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Jose are usually found in January or September, booked 28 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 349

One-way from

C$ 136

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 449

Good round-trip deal

C$ 616 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 30/9-8/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 14h 00m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 1/10
  • 1 total stop
  • 14h 45m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (C$ 77 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 25 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 11 September 2025.

Tue 30/97:10 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 8/107:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/9C$ 349
Wed 15/105:25 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Tue 21/107:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 359
Wed 1/107:10 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Wed 29/107:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/9C$ 406
Thu 25/126:40 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop10h 12mAlaska Airlines
Thu 1/13:54 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop10h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 413
Thu 2/108:46 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 04mDelta
Sat 11/101:15 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 44mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 414
Sat 1/1112:30 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop6h 34mDelta
Tue 4/116:35 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop9h 14mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 417
Sat 18/102:13 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 20/106:22 p.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops12h 39mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 421
Fri 14/114:51 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop9h 08mAlaska Airlines
Mon 17/112:39 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop22h 16mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 424
Fri 3/1012:16 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop9h 57mDelta
Sat 11/106:59 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 45mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 425
Tue 30/98:25 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop6h 16mDelta
Mon 6/101:30 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop6h 28mDelta
Deal found 10/9C$ 434
Fri 10/105:06 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop7h 00mUnited Airlines
Fri 17/1012:30 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop6h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 437

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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 1/10

7:00 a.m.-12:24 p.m.

1 stop8h 24m

San Jose

Thu 9/10

9:00 a.m.-6:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 55m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/10

8:00 a.m.-12:18 p.m.

1 stop7h 18m

San Jose

Sat 11/10

11:00 a.m.-8:41 p.m.

1 stop6h 41m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/10

8:46 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 04m

San Jose

Sat 11/10

1:15 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop7h 44m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/2

8:05 p.m.-11:59 p.m.

1 stop6h 54m

San Jose

Wed 25/2

9:05 a.m.-7:15 p.m.

1 stop7h 10m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/10

8:46 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop7h 04m

San Jose

Tue 7/10

7:00 a.m.-5:09 p.m.

1 stop7h 09m

C$ 414

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

8:25 p.m.-11:41 p.m.

1 stop6h 16m

San Jose

Tue 7/10

6:59 p.m.-5:44 a.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 425

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

12:16 p.m.-7:13 p.m.

1 stop9h 57m

San Jose

Sat 11/10

6:59 p.m.-5:44 a.m.

1 stop7h 45m

C$ 425

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/10

4:23 p.m.-10:50 p.m.

1 stop9h 27m

San Jose

Thu 9/10

6:35 a.m.-4:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 20m

C$ 425

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 23/1

1:00 p.m.-5:55 p.m.

1 stop7h 55m

San Jose

Sat 31/1

10:35 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 10m

C$ 442

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/11

4:51 p.m.-10:59 p.m.

1 stop9h 08m

San Jose

Sun 16/11

8:10 a.m.-3:55 p.m.

1 stop28h 45m

C$ 459

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to San Jose. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, you should look to book at least 28 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.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 459). 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 DTW 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 11 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 36% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 11 September 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Spirit Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
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Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in 8h 24m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and San Jose are separated by a distance of 3309 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 277), and Delta (C$ 467) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. Spirit Airlines is priced at 49% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

    Before booking your flight to San Jose from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Air France (91%), KLM (80%), Delta( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose is C$ 616. On average you can expect to pay C$ 616. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Jose), can usually be booked for C$ 729.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose (average of C$ 331). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 459). 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$ 277AverageC$ 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 467AverageC$ 616FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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