Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco from C$ 254

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Frontier Logo
8:51 a.m. - 7:53 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
14h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:11 p.m. - 7:21 a.m.
SFO
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DTW
9h 10m
1 stop
C$ 428Frontier
Tue, 14 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
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7:00 a.m. - 12:26 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
8h 26m
1 stop
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:18 p.m. - 5:40 a.m.
SFO
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DTW
10h 22m
1 stop
C$ 452Alaska Airlines
Thu, 22 Oct - Tue, 27 Oct
Frontier Logo
8:51 a.m. - 7:53 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
14h 02m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:39 p.m. - 12:34 p.m.
SFO
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DTW
11h 55m
1 stop
C$ 454Frontier
Tue, 14 Jul - Sun, 19 Jul
Frontier Logo
8:51 a.m. - 1:21 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
7h 30m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
2:16 p.m. - 7:21 a.m.
SFO
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DTW
14h 05m
1 stop
C$ 468Frontier
Fri, 16 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
Frontier Logo
8:00 a.m. - 12:18 a.m.
DTW
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SFO
19h 18m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:11 p.m. - 7:21 a.m.
SFO
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DTW
9h 10m
1 stop
C$ 470Frontier
Tue, 14 Jul - Tue, 21 Jul
Frontier Logo
6:30 a.m. - 7:13 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
15h 43m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:51 p.m. - 11:47 a.m.
SFO
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DTW
11h 56m
1 stop
C$ 477Frontier
Thu, 6 Aug - Wed, 19 Aug
Delta Logo
12:20 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.
DTW
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SFO
4h 55mdirect
Delta Logo
2:23 p.m. - 9:59 p.m.
SFO
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DTW
4h 36mdirect
C$ 479Delta
Sat, 6 Jun - Fri, 12 Jun
Delta Logo
8:30 a.m. - 10:27 a.m.
DTW
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SFO
4h 57mdirect
Delta Logo
5:40 a.m. - 1:09 p.m.
SFO
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DTW
4h 29mdirect
C$ 480Delta
Fri, 10 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
Frontier Logo
8:00 a.m. - 12:18 a.m.
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SFO
19h 18m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
7:11 p.m. - 7:21 a.m.
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DTW
9h 10m
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C$ 481Frontier
Tue, 7 Jul - Wed, 15 Jul
Frontier Logo
8:51 a.m. - 4:32 p.m.
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SFO
10h 41m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:39 p.m. - 12:34 p.m.
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DTW
11h 55m
1 stop
C$ 483Frontier
Thu, 16 Jul - Thu, 16 Jul

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

Our best American Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
American Airlines
17 Sep
DTW4:10 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 06m
1 stop
SFO9:16 p.m.San Francisco
24 Sep
SFO6:36 a.m.San Francisco
9h 15m
1 stop
DTW6:51 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 506
American Airlines
1 Jun
DTW5:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 29m
1 stop
SFO10:24 p.m.San Francisco
4 Jun
SFO11:29 p.m.San Francisco
8h 25m
1 stop
DTW10:54 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 733

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

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flight tickets
United Airlines
10 Jul
DTW6:34 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 06m
SFO8:40 a.m.San Francisco
13 Jul
SFO10:38 p.m.San Francisco
8h 14m
1 stop
DTW9:52 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 494
United Airlines
3 Sep
DTW5:25 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 01m
1 stop
SFO10:26 a.m.San Francisco
8 Sep
SFO11:30 p.m.San Francisco
7h 08m
1 stop
DTW9:38 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 507
United Airlines
20 Jun
DTW5:29 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 08m
SFO7:37 p.m.San Francisco
3 Jul
SFO9:30 p.m.San Francisco
4h 50m
DTW5:20 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 514

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Cheapest round-trip

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

8:51 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 02m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

7:11 p.m.-7:21 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 428

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 22/10

7:00 a.m.-12:26 p.m.

1 stop8h 26m

San Francisco

Tue 27/10

4:18 p.m.-5:40 a.m.

1 stop10h 22m

C$ 452

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

8:51 a.m.-7:53 p.m.

1 stop14h 02m

San Francisco

Sun 19/7

9:39 p.m.-12:34 p.m.

1 stop11h 55m

C$ 454

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 16/10

8:51 a.m.-1:21 p.m.

1 stop7h 30m

San Francisco

Tue 20/10

2:16 p.m.-7:21 a.m.

1 stop14h 05m

C$ 468

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 14/7

8:00 a.m.-12:18 a.m.

1 stop19h 18m

San Francisco

Tue 21/7

7:11 p.m.-7:21 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 470

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/8

6:30 a.m.-7:13 p.m.

1 stop15h 43m

San Francisco

Wed 19/8

8:51 p.m.-11:47 a.m.

1 stop11h 56m

C$ 477

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/6

12:20 p.m.-2:15 p.m.

Nonstop4h 55m

San Francisco

Fri 12/6

2:23 p.m.-9:59 p.m.

Nonstop4h 36m

C$ 479
Quickest round-trip

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/7

8:30 a.m.-10:27 a.m.

Nonstop4h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

5:40 a.m.-1:09 p.m.

Nonstop4h 29m

C$ 480

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/7

8:00 a.m.-12:18 a.m.

1 stop19h 18m

San Francisco

Wed 15/7

7:11 p.m.-7:21 a.m.

1 stop9h 10m

C$ 481

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 16/7

8:51 a.m.-4:32 p.m.

1 stop10h 41m

San Francisco

Thu 16/7

9:39 p.m.-12:34 p.m.

1 stop11h 55m

C$ 483

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and San Francisco?

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 January. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 535, 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport averaging around C$ 549.

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 Thursday. Travellers who choose to depart for San Francisco on a Thursday will often find tickets for as low as C$ 631. On the other hand, Tuesday 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$ 1,373.

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$ 740 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$ 1,217.

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 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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$ 621 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$ 496 on momondo.

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

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 53% 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 May 2026, prices for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco flights are approximately 66% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found

C$ 603

Fastest flight time

4h 54m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Francisco

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the past 72 hours is C$ 603. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 616.
The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco takes 4h 54m
Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco every day.
There is 1 airport in San Francisco. From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport there are direct flights to San Francisco (SFO).

Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco

  • How far is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco by plane?

    San Francisco is 3330.8 km away from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. A reasonable flight in good conditions will take 4h 54m.

  • 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.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco Airport?

  • 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.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco?

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

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Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
FrontierPriceFrom C$ 220Free CancellationRating
5.6
2,944 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom C$ 291Free CancellationRating
7.9
8,454 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 384Free CancellationRating
7.4
9,736 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 401Free CancellationRating
7.1
11,642 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom C$ 424Free CancellationRating
7.9
4,285 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 24 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco starts from C$ 291 round-trip, up to an average price of C$ 549. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

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

    C$ 384 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$ 700, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,736 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 3 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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