S$478 Cheap Flights from Detroit to San Diego

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to San Diego (DTW-SAN)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at S$478 for one-way flights and S$782 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

United
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$782 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$782
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$782 found 16 hours ago
United
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$829 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$829
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$829 found 16 hours ago
United
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$837 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$837
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$837 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$842 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$842
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$842 found 16 hours ago
United
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$854 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$854
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$854 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$869 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$869
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$869 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$889 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$889
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$889 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$896 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$896
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$896 found 16 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$898 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$898
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$898 found 16 hours ago
Delta
Tue, 23 Sept - Tue, 30 Sept
DTW
Detroit
SAN
San Diego
S$918 Return, found 16 hours ago
S$918
Return
found 16 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, 23 Sept from Detroit to San Diego, returning Tue, 30 Sept, priced at S$918 found 16 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego (SAN)

July is typically the cheapest month to fly

From S$111 - S$565 per traveller.
Detroit to San Diego route information
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
San Diego Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, United
Return price
S$781
Distance
3124 km
Average flight time
1 hour 51 mins

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*Note: Prices may vary based on availability and are subject to change.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from DTW to SAN?
Round-trip journeys from Detroit Metro Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) start from S$782. This is based on fares advertised within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year — book now to avoid missing out. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DTW to San Diego Airport?
We get that things come up unexpectedly, so we've made it as easy as possible for you to cancel your trip online. Just head to the Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from Detroit Metro Airport to San Diego Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for DTW to SAN flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from DTW to San Diego Airport?
Around 3,100 kilometres separates Detroit and San Diego, so pack some in-flight entertainment to keep you busy for a couple of hours. That novel you haven't finished will be perfect.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Diego Airport?
A popular option with many travellers, Delta Air Lines (DL) operates 95 flights every month from Detroit Metro Airport to SAN. Pick the one that fits with your travel schedule and book your ticket today.
Are Detroit Metro Airport to San Diego Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute planners can sometimes pick up a bargain, with some super cheap airfares from Detroit Metro Airport to San Diego Intl. Airport (SAN) showing up a few weeks before the date of departure. If you'd rather book ahead of time, Expedia compares and updates all the best flight deals continuously — as early as a year in advance in some cases. It does depend on the carrier though, as not every airline advertises prices that far in advance.

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