Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco from C$ 218

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United Airlines Logo
7:05 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.DTW-SFO
5h 25mdirect
United Airlines Logo
11:25 a.m. - 7:04 p.m.SFO-DTW
4h 39mdirect
C$ 428United Airlines
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Thu, 4 Dec - Mon, 8 Dec
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:15 p.m. - 11:03 p.m.DTW-SFO
8h 48m1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:18 p.m. - 4:19 p.m.SFO-DTW
19h 01m1 stop
C$ 432Alaska Airlines
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Sat, 24 Jan - Sat, 31 Jan
United Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 1:29 p.m.DTW-SFO
7h 29m1 stop
United Airlines Logo
1:00 a.m. - 1:21 p.m.SFO-DTW
9h 21m1 stop
C$ 434United Airlines
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Thu, 29 Jan - Sun, 8 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:14 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.DTW-SFO
10h 00m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:23 p.m. - 7:43 a.m.SFO-DTW
30h 20m2 stops
C$ 437Multiple Airlines
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
Southwest Logo
9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.DTW-SFO
9h 00m2 stops
Southwest Logo
10:25 a.m. - 7:45 p.m.SFO-DTW
6h 20m1 stop
C$ 441Southwest
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Wed, 21 Jan - Sat, 24 Jan
Southwest Logo
1:40 p.m. - 9:20 p.m.DTW-SFO
10h 40m2 stops
Southwest Logo
7:40 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.SFO-DTW
10h 45m2 stops
C$ 448Southwest
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Mon, 12 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
Frontier Logo
5:14 p.m. - 12:14 a.m.DTW-SFO
10h 00m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:34 a.m. - 8:20 p.m.SFO-DTW
10h 46m1 stop
C$ 451Frontier
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Fri, 14 Nov - Sun, 16 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:03 a.m. - 9:22 p.m.DTW-SFO
13h 19m1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:35 p.m. - 7:43 a.m.SFO-DTW
37h 08m2 stops
C$ 473Multiple Airlines
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Wed, 12 Nov - Mon, 17 Nov
Delta Logo
12:20 p.m. - 10:54 p.m.DTW-SFO
13h 34m1 stop
Delta Logo
10:35 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.SFO-DTW
16h 55m1 stop
C$ 481Delta
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Fri, 16 Jan - Sun, 18 Jan
Frontier Logo
12:20 p.m. - 12:24 a.m.DTW-SFO
15h 04m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:15 a.m. - 11:10 a.m.SFO-DTW
25h 55m1 stop
C$ 491Frontier
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Wed, 24 Dec - Fri, 13 Feb

Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
24 Jan
DTW5:15 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 48m
1 stop
SFO11:03 p.m.San Francisco
31 Jan
SFO6:18 p.m.San Francisco
19h 01m
1 stop
DTW4:19 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Alaska Airlines
8 Dec
DTW5:41 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
22h 55m
2 stops
SFO1:36 p.m.San Francisco
5 Jan
SFO8:46 p.m.San Francisco
16h 10m
1 stop
DTW3:56 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Alaska Airlines
11 Dec
DTW5:41 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 02m
2 stops
SFO8:43 a.m.San Francisco
14 Dec
SFO7:35 a.m.San Francisco
30h 10m
1 stop
DTW4:45 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Southwest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

Our best Southwest deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
Southwest
21 Jan
DTW9:30 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 00m
2 stops
SFO3:30 p.m.San Francisco
24 Jan
SFO10:25 a.m.San Francisco
6h 20m
1 stop
DTW7:45 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Southwest
12 Jan
DTW1:40 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 40m
2 stops
SFO9:20 p.m.San Francisco
13 Jan
SFO7:40 a.m.San Francisco
10h 45m
2 stops
DTW9:25 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Southwest
3 Dec
DTW8:00 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 25m
2 stops
SFO2:25 p.m.San Francisco
6 Dec
SFO5:30 a.m.San Francisco
7h 20m
1 stop
DTW3:50 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Price

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/12

7:05 a.m.-9:30 a.m.

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Mon 8/12

11:25 a.m.-7:04 p.m.

Nonstop4h 39m

C$ 428

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 24/1

5:15 p.m.-11:03 p.m.

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Sat 31/1

6:18 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop19h 01m

C$ 432

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 29/1

9:00 a.m.-1:29 p.m.

1 stop7h 29m

San Francisco

Sun 8/2

1:00 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

1 stop9h 21m

C$ 434

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/11

5:14 p.m.-12:14 a.m.

1 stop10h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 16/11

10:23 p.m.-7:43 a.m.

2 stops30h 20m

C$ 437

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/1

9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.

2 stops9h 00m

San Francisco

Sat 24/1

10:25 a.m.-7:45 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 441

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/1

1:40 p.m.-9:20 p.m.

2 stops10h 40m

San Francisco

Tue 13/1

7:40 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

2 stops10h 45m

C$ 448

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 14/11

5:14 p.m.-12:14 a.m.

1 stop10h 00m

San Francisco

Sun 16/11

6:34 a.m.-8:20 p.m.

1 stop10h 46m

C$ 451

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/11

11:03 a.m.-9:22 p.m.

1 stop13h 19m

San Francisco

Mon 17/11

3:35 p.m.-7:43 a.m.

2 stops37h 08m

C$ 473

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/1

12:20 p.m.-10:54 p.m.

1 stop13h 34m

San Francisco

Sun 18/1

10:35 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop16h 55m

C$ 481

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 24/12

12:20 p.m.-12:24 a.m.

1 stop15h 04m

San Francisco

Fri 13/2

6:15 a.m.-11:10 a.m.

1 stop25h 55m

C$ 491

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 546, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of June is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport averaging around C$ 573.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco is on a Sunday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Sunday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 1,125. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,409.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to San Francisco?

Flying to San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 1,041 when looking at flights departing in the morning. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to San Francisco is in the evening when prices are around C$ 1,388.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco flight route?

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 711 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for as low as C$ 497 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flights?

You could potentially save up to 32% on your flight if you consider stops on a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight.

How have Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 109% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

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Cheap Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco (DTW to SFO) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

Fastest flight time

5h 08m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco takes 5h 08m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)
  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 3331.3 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 5h 21m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    Prices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Airport are updated daily.

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  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?

    The required travel and health documents for your San Francisco Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Francisco Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco with momondo
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Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom C$ 211Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,116 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom C$ 297Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,002 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom C$ 433Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,237 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 546Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,998 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

    Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco, operating 21 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco starts from C$ 297 round-trip, up to an average price of C$ 497. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

    C$ 546 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to C$ 951, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 8,998 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 7 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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