Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
San Diego – Detroit
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
1 stop
13h 44m PHX
Return – Dec 5, 2026
1 stop
7h 18m DEN
$291
2 days ago
San Diego – Detroit
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
2 stops
9h 7m PHX
DEN
Return – Dec 5, 2026
1 stop
7h 18m DEN
$290
2 days ago
San Diego – Detroit
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
2 stops
12h 6m LAS
LAX
Return – Dec 5, 2026
1 stop
7h 18m DEN
$322
2 days ago
San Diego – Detroit
Outbound – Nov 26, 2026
1 stop
8h 23m JFK
Return – Dec 5, 2026
1 stop
7h 18m DEN
$413
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
$158
Average price of a round trip
$273
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
19h12
A flight from San Diego to Detroit takes on average 19h12.
Best time
November
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Detroit is November.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from San Diego to Detroit
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Detroit (USA) from San Diego (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is July, with an average flight ticket price of $163 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of July, October and November.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 29 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Detroit costs on average $273.
The airlines that offer the most flights are .
Price of flight tickets from San Diego to Detroit
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $158 to $552
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $273
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of July
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
San Diego, USA
airports :
Lindbergh Field (SAN)
Montgomery Field (MYF)
NAS (NZY)
local time :
San Diego is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In San Diego, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 25°C, with a minimum of 22°C and a maximum of 29°C.
The city of San Diego has 3 airport(s): Lindbergh Field, Montgomery Field and NAS
destination info :
Detroit, USA
airports :
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne Airport (DTW)
Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
local time :
Detroit is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Detroit, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 12°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
Useful info about Detroit
What is the least touristic period to go to Detroit?
If you want to visit Detroit during the least touristic period, choose the month of November.
What is the most popular time to travel to Detroit?
In Detroit, the most popular month is July. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from San Diego to Detroit?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 29 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 2% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from San Diego to Detroit is Thursday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between San Diego and Detroit?
When you leave, you can leave from Lindbergh Field, and you will arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne.
How to reach San Diego airport from the city centre?
The airport Lindbergh Field is located 4 km, Montgomery Field is located 10 km or NAS is located 6 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 San Diego to Detroit?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between San Diego and Detroit?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Detroit and 21°C in San Diego. The average rainfall in summer is 101 mm in Detroit and 4 mm in San Diego. 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.
