How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per day?

6 flights are operational daily from Detroit to San Diego as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 70% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to San Diego?

Spirit Airlines, Southwest and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Diego from Detroit according to our data. Spirit Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Diego. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to San Diego on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Detroit to San Diego. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to San Diego?

JetBlue, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Diego

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?

Prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?

As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Diego Airport?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to San Diego Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and San Diego?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from C$ 296 to C$ 783. The lowest price recently found on this route was C$ 336.

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7:02 p.m. - 8:01 a.m.DTW-SAN

15h 59m1 stop

6:52 p.m. - 8:48 p.m.SAN-DTW

22h 56m1 stop

C$ 336Multiple Airlines

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Fri, 21 Nov - Mon, 1 Dec

3:33 p.m. - 7:54 a.m.DTW-SAN

19h 21m2 stops

7:12 p.m. - 6:05 a.m.SAN-DTW

7h 53m1 stop

C$ 340Frontier

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Thu, 27 Nov - Fri, 28 Nov

6:05 a.m. - 12:47 p.m.DTW-SAN

9h 42m1 stop

8:31 p.m. - 10:52 a.m.SAN-DTW

11h 21m1 stop

C$ 361JetBlue

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Thu, 4 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

6:05 a.m. - 12:47 p.m.DTW-SAN

9h 42m1 stop

8:31 p.m. - 10:52 a.m.SAN-DTW

11h 21m1 stop

C$ 475JetBlue

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Thu, 4 Dec - Tue, 9 Dec

5:15 p.m. - 4:02 p.m.DTW-SAN

25h 47m2 stops

11:35 a.m. - 4:19 p.m.SAN-DTW

25h 44m2 stops

C$ 483Alaska Airlines

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Thu, 22 Jan - Tue, 27 Jan

5:41 p.m. - 8:39 a.m.DTW-SAN

17h 58m2 stops

5:00 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.SAN-DTW

20h 45m2 stops

C$ 516Alaska Airlines

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Wed, 10 Dec - Sat, 13 Dec

8:35 a.m. - 10:45 p.m.DTW-SAN

17h 10m1 stop

6:50 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.SAN-DTW

20h 40m1 stop

C$ 537Delta

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6:00 a.m. - 10:30 p.m.DTW-SAN

19h 30m1 stop

10:30 p.m. - 1:15 p.m.SAN-DTW

11h 45m1 stop

C$ 548United Airlines

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8:30 a.m. - 8:43 p.m.DTW-SAN

15h 13m1 stop

11:00 a.m. - 6:30 a.m.SAN-DTW

16h 30m1 stop

C$ 551Delta

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2:05 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.DTW-SAN

11h 25m1 stop

7:00 a.m. - 8:28 p.m.SAN-DTW

10h 28m1 stop

C$ 573United Airlines

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Frontier flights from Detroit to San Diego

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Frontier

27 Nov

DTW3:33 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 21m

2 stops

SAN7:54 a.m.San Diego

28 Nov

SAN7:12 p.m.San Diego

7h 53m

1 stop

DTW6:05 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 340

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Frontier

14 Nov

DTW12:43 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 57m

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SAN4:40 p.m.San Diego

17 Nov

SAN6:25 a.m.San Diego

8h 47m

1 stop

DTW6:12 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 342

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25 Nov

DTW10:29 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

19h 58m

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SAN3:27 p.m.San Diego

28 Nov

SAN7:12 p.m.San Diego

7h 53m

1 stop

DTW6:05 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 345

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4 Dec

DTW6:05 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 42m

1 stop

SAN12:47 p.m.San Diego

9 Dec

SAN8:31 p.m.San Diego

11h 21m

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DTW10:52 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 361

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4 Dec

DTW6:05 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 42m

1 stop

SAN12:47 p.m.San Diego

9 Dec

SAN8:31 p.m.San Diego

11h 21m

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DTW10:52 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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DTW - SAN

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Fri 21/11

7:02 p.m.-8:01 a.m.

1 stop15h 59m

San Diego

Mon 1/12

6:52 p.m.-8:48 p.m.

1 stop22h 56m

C$ 336

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DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 27/11

3:33 p.m.-7:54 a.m.

2 stops19h 21m

San Diego

Fri 28/11

7:12 p.m.-6:05 a.m.

1 stop7h 53m

C$ 340

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/12

6:05 a.m.-12:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 42m

San Diego

Tue 9/12

8:31 p.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop11h 21m

C$ 361

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/12

6:05 a.m.-12:47 p.m.

1 stop9h 42m

San Diego

Tue 9/12

8:31 p.m.-10:52 a.m.

1 stop11h 21m

C$ 475

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 22/1

5:15 p.m.-4:02 p.m.

2 stops25h 47m

San Diego

Tue 27/1

11:35 a.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops25h 44m

C$ 483

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/12

5:41 p.m.-8:39 a.m.

2 stops17h 58m

San Diego

Sat 13/12

5:00 p.m.-4:45 p.m.

2 stops20h 45m

C$ 516

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 21/1

8:35 a.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop17h 10m

San Diego

Wed 28/1

6:50 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop20h 40m

C$ 537

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/12

6:00 a.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop19h 30m

San Diego

Wed 24/12

10:30 p.m.-1:15 p.m.

1 stop11h 45m

C$ 548

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 17/1

8:30 a.m.-8:43 p.m.

1 stop15h 13m

San Diego

Sat 24/1

11:00 a.m.-6:30 a.m.

1 stop16h 30m

C$ 551

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

2:05 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

1 stop11h 25m

San Diego

Wed 17/12

7:00 a.m.-8:28 p.m.

1 stop10h 28m

C$ 573

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and San Diego?

What is the cheapest month to fly to San Diego?

In general, August is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to San Diego. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around C$ 357. If you are unable to visit San Diego during the month of August, then departing from Detroit during the month July is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around C$ 429.

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

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to San Diego is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 324. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to San Diego on Wednesday is C$ 699.

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

Flying to San Diego from Detroit at noon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as C$ 321 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights to San Diego are more costly in the evening, with an average ticket price of C$ 825. Departure times in the evening fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Detroit to San Diego flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to San Diego from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Diego for around C$ 594 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to San Diego from Detroit for as low as C$ 488 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to San Diego flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Detroit to San Diego 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 to San Diego flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to San Diego.

How have Detroit to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to San Diego flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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Best price found	C$ 420
Fastest flight time	4h 48m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in San Diego	1 airport

The best flight deal from Detroit to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 420

The fastest flight from Detroit to San Diego takes 4h 48m

Direct flights go from Detroit to San Diego every day.

There is 1 airport near San Diego: San Diego (SAN)

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How far is Detroit to San Diego by plane?
There are 3164.9 km between Detroit and San Diego. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 6h 57m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Diego Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Diego Airport?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to San Diego Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Diego Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Diego Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at San Diego Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and San Diego, the leading plane model is Airbus A321-100/200, making up 46.09% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320 (sharklets) with 19.57%, Boeing 757-300 with 10.10%, and Boeing 757 with 10.10%.
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to San Diego?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and San Diego, the leading airline is Spirit Airlines, making up 68% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Southwest with 18%, Frontier with 7%, and Delta with 7%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 181	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,121 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,119 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 419	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,999 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom C$ 467	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,241 reviews	Search Southwest flights

Delta Flights From Detroit to San Diego
Delta flight deals from Detroit to San Diego start from C$ 419 round-trip. Over the 20 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 699 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to San Diego?

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to San Diego flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Detroit to San Diego 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 to San Diego flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Detroit to San Diego.

How have Detroit to San Diego flight prices changed over time?

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to San Diego flights are approximately 4% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit to San Diego?

JetBlue, Frontier, and Alaska Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Diego

Which airlines fly to San Diego?

How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per day?

6 flights are operational daily from Detroit to San Diego as of November 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 4:00p.m., with 70% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Detroit to San Diego on average per week?

As of November 2025, there are 42 flights per week flying from Detroit to San Diego. The most common day of the week flights depart is Mon, with 19% of flights taking off on this day.

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