Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco from C$ 158
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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and San Francisco?
What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?
The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Detroit is in April. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 572, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of July is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around C$ 710.
What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
The cheapest day to depart from Detroit to San Francisco is on a Saturday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Saturday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 1,066. On the other hand, Sunday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,806.
What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?
Flying to San Francisco from Detroit in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 789 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco is in the evening when prices are around C$ 1,817.
What is the cheapest Detroit to San Francisco flight route?
Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco for the best Detroit - San Francisco flight prices
How far in advance should I book a flight to San Francisco?
You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Francisco from Detroit when booking 14 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 814 when searching 14 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Detroit for as low as C$ 636 on momondo.
What cabin class options are available on Detroit to San Francisco flights?
There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to San Francisco?
Frontier, Sun Country Air, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Francisco
Which airlines fly to San Francisco?
Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 38% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Francisco on average per day?
The number of flights available between Detroit and San Francisco is 8 per day as of January 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00p.m., with 45% of daily flights leaving in the evening.
How many flights depart from Detroit to San Francisco on average per week?
59 flights are operational weekly from Detroit to San Francisco as of January 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Mon, with 17% of flights per week taking off on this day.
When to book flights from Detroit to San Francisco
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Best price found | C$ 158 |
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Fastest flight time | 5h 08m |
Direct flights | Every day |
Airports in San Francisco | 1 airport |
How far is Detroit to San Francisco by plane?
Detroit and San Francisco are 3354.8 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 5h 08m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport?
As of January 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Francisco Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to San Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to San Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to San Francisco is Boeing 737-900 (45.34% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (39.01%), Boeing 737 MAX 8 (3.72%), and Airbus A350-900 (2.98%).
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Detroit to San Francisco is Frontier, representing 67% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 13%, Delta at 8%, and American Airlines at 6%.
Best airlines flying from Detroit to San Francisco
Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to San Francisco with momondo
| Airline | Rating | Free Cancellation | Price | ||
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| PriceFrom C$ 182 | Free Cancellation | Rating 6.0 3,430 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom C$ 224 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom C$ 315 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.0 8,458 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom C$ 526 | Free Cancellation | Rating 8.1 4,592 reviews | |||
| PriceFrom C$ 689 | Free Cancellation | Rating 7.4 8,927 reviews |
Delta Flights From Detroit to San Francisco
Delta operates around 18 flights from Detroit to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been C$ 482, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Detroit to San Francisco from as low as C$ 219 round-trip. Delta has been scored 8.0/10 in 8,458 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From Detroit to San Francisco
C$ 479 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Detroit to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to C$ 718, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,927 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Detroit 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.
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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to San Francisco?
Finding the right flight to San Francisco from Detroit is quick and easy when you have a range of options in front of you, from reputable agents and recognizable airlines. Options that can then be filtered down to find the best fit. That is what momondo does. We make finding flights to San Francisco quick and easy, saving you time and money.
Can I find flights from Detroit to San Francisco with flexible booking policies on momondo?
Flights from Detroit to San Francisco with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.
How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to San Francisco?
momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Detroit to San Francisco.
I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to San Francisco right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?
Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to San Francisco from Detroit. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.