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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose from C$ 132

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 10/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SJC
3 Aug — 10 Aug1
1 adult

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 29 July 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 265

One-way from

C$ 132

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 556

Good round-trip deal

C$ 462 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 4/11-12/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 24h 17m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 10/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 7h 44m total
  • Detroit to San Jose
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (C$ 87 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 July 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 29 July 2025.

Tue 4/111:51 p.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop13h 05mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/116:00 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop11h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 265
Thu 21/87:57 p.m.DTW - SJC
Nonstop4h 51mDelta
Sat 30/810:25 p.m.SJC - DTW
Nonstop4h 35mDelta
Deal found 28/7C$ 435
Sun 10/86:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop8h 22mFrontier
Fri 22/812:01 p.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop9h 43mFrontier
Deal found 29/7C$ 436
Tue 4/118:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop9h 45mSouthwest
Wed 12/116:35 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops8h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 28/7C$ 469
Wed 10/96:30 a.m.DTW - SJC
1 stop10h 51mAlaska Airlines
Wed 24/96:15 a.m.SJC - DTW
2 stops19h 52mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 516
Tue 4/118:20 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops13h 11mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/1111:06 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop8h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 604
Sat 6/97:00 a.m.DTW - SJC
2 stops9h 34mUnited Airlines
Sat 20/96:30 a.m.SJC - DTW
1 stop7h 16mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/7C$ 606

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

San Jose

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/11

1:51 p.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop13h 05m

San Jose

Wed 12/11

6:00 a.m.-8:12 p.m.

1 stop11h 12m

C$ 265

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 21/8

7:57 p.m.-9:48 p.m.

Nonstop4h 51m

San Jose

Sat 30/8

10:25 p.m.-6:00 a.m.

Nonstop4h 35m

C$ 435

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/8

6:00 a.m.-11:22 a.m.

1 stop8h 22m

San Jose

Thu 21/8

12:22 p.m.-12:44 a.m.

1 stop9h 22m

C$ 436

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/11

8:00 a.m.-2:45 p.m.

1 stop9h 45m

San Jose

Wed 12/11

6:35 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

2 stops8h 15m

C$ 469

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/9

6:30 a.m.-2:21 p.m.

1 stop10h 51m

San Jose

Wed 24/9

6:15 a.m.-5:07 a.m.

2 stops19h 52m

C$ 516

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/11

8:20 a.m.-6:31 p.m.

2 stops13h 11m

San Jose

Tue 11/11

11:06 a.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop8h 49m

C$ 604

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/9

7:00 a.m.-1:34 p.m.

2 stops9h 34m

San Jose

Sat 20/9

6:30 a.m.-4:46 p.m.

1 stop7h 16m

C$ 606

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/9

7:40 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

1 stop7h 44m

C$ 132

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 26/8

6:49 p.m.-8:42 p.m.

Nonstop4h 53m

C$ 218

DetroitSan Jose

DTW - SJC

DTWSJC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 27/8

6:30 a.m.-11:57 a.m.

1 stop8h 27m

C$ 230

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose

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 25 July 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 29 July 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 20% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 71% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

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

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 323.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

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

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 5h 19m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

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

Flights via Las Vegas (LAS) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 3h 23m.

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 29 July 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines,Southwest, andDelta 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,605 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to San Jose?

    San Jose is the airport most travellers will use when flying to San Jose from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Jose (SJC) should be relatively easy as there is 1 daily flight to San Jose from 3 different airlines. 30h 42m is how long a flight from Detroit to San Jose will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • 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$ 265), Delta (C$ 435), and Frontier (C$ 436) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose. Spirit Airlines is priced at 51% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose are Spirit Airlines (C$ 132), Delta (C$ 218), and Alaska Airlines (C$ 230).

  • 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: KLM (75%), Delta (75%), Air France( 0%).

  • 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$ 388. On average you can expect to pay C$ 632. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - San Jose), can usually be booked for C$ 1,161.

  • 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 3 airlines flying from Detroit to San Jose

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 240AverageC$ 355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 263AverageC$ 394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 436AverageC$ 530FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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