Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Detroit – San Diego
Outbound – Nov 6, 2026
1 stop
13h 9m DFW
Return – Nov 11, 2026
1 stop
6h 5m DEN
$303
2 days ago
Detroit – San Diego
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
1 stop
7h 11m PHX
Return – Nov 11, 2026
1 stop
6h 5m DEN
$309
2 days ago
Detroit – San Diego
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
1 stop
12h 8m DEN
Return – Nov 11, 2026
1 stop
6h 5m DEN
$330
2 days ago
Detroit – San Diego
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
2 stops
12h 2m ATL
DEN
Return – Nov 11, 2026
1 stop
6h 5m DEN
$346
2 days ago
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$242
Average price of a round trip
$253
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
12h5
A flight from Detroit to San Diego takes on average 12h5.
Best time
October
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to San Diego is October.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit to San Diego
Check out our tips for booking your flight to San Diego (USA) from Detroit (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is May, with an average flight ticket price of $167 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of April, May and September.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 31 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to San Diego costs on average $253.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from Detroit to San Diego
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $242 to $304
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $253
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of May
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: September
info departure city :
Detroit, USA
airports :
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne Airport (DTW)
Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
local time :
Detroit is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Detroit, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Detroit (DTT) has 3 airport(s): Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, Willow Run and Coleman A. Young
destination info :
San Diego, USA
airports :
Lindbergh Field (SAN)
Montgomery Field (MYF)
NAS (NZY)
local time :
San Diego is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Diego, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 27°C, with a minimum of 25°C and a maximum of 29°C.
The city of San Diego has 3 airport(s): Lindbergh Field, Montgomery Field and NAS
Useful info about San Diego
What is the least touristic period to go to San Diego?
If you want to visit San Diego during the least touristic period, choose the month of October.
What is the most popular time to travel to San Diego?
In San Diego, the most popular month is April. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Detroit to San Diego?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 31 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Detroit to San Diego is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Detroit and San Diego?
When you leave, you can leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, and you will arrive at Lindbergh Field.
How to reach Detroit airport from the city centre?
The airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne is located 33 km, Willow Run is located 49 km or Coleman A. Young is located 9 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Detroit to San Diego?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Detroit and San Diego?
In summer, the average temperature is 21°C in San Diego and 22°C in Detroit. The average rainfall in summer is 4 mm in San Diego and 101 mm in Detroit. In summer, it is warmer in Detroit and it rains less in San Diego. In winter, it is colder in San Diego and it rains more in Detroit.
