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Cheap flights from Detroit to San Diego from C$ 106

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to San Diego departing on 15/9. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Spirit Airlines Logo
8:25 p.m. - 11:37 p.m.DTW-SAN
6h 12m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 a.m. - 3:46 p.m.SAN-DTW
6h 31m1 stop
C$ 274Spirit Airlines
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:35 a.m. - 11:07 a.m.DTW-SAN
4h 32mdirect
Spirit Airlines Logo
7:47 p.m. - 5:26 a.m.SAN-DTW
6h 39m1 stop
C$ 278Spirit Airlines
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Sun, 31 Aug - Sun, 7 Sep
Logo
9:30 a.m. - 6:09 p.m.DTW-SAN
11h 39m1 stop
Logo
6:25 a.m. - 4:53 p.m.SAN-DTW
7h 28m1 stop
C$ 335
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Tue, 11 Nov - Fri, 14 Nov
Frontier Logo
6:00 a.m. - 11:52 p.m.DTW-SAN
20h 52m1 stop
Frontier Logo
6:25 a.m. - 10:59 a.m.SAN-DTW
25h 34m1 stop
C$ 371Frontier
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Mon, 11 Aug - Wed, 20 Aug
Spirit Airlines Logo
8:25 p.m. - 7:21 a.m.DTW-SAN
13h 56m1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
6:15 a.m. - 10:44 p.m.SAN-DTW
13h 29m2 stops
C$ 386Spirit Airlines
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Wed, 20 Aug - Wed, 27 Aug
JetBlue Logo
12:20 p.m. - 8:08 p.m.DTW-SAN
10h 48m1 stop
JetBlue Logo
9:22 p.m. - 11:31 a.m.SAN-DTW
11h 09m1 stop
C$ 402JetBlue
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Wed, 14 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Southwest Logo
12:45 p.m. - 6:10 p.m.DTW-SAN
8h 25m2 stops
Southwest Logo
1:55 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.SAN-DTW
6h 00m1 stop
C$ 473Southwest
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Wed, 22 Oct - Mon, 27 Oct
Southwest Logo
7:15 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.DTW-SAN
7h 30m1 stop
Southwest Logo
8:35 a.m. - 5:50 p.m.SAN-DTW
6h 15m1 stop
C$ 484Southwest
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Thu, 15 Jan - Tue, 20 Jan
Delta Logo
7:05 a.m. - 7:27 p.m.DTW-SAN
15h 22m2 stops
Delta Logo
6:40 a.m. - 10:14 p.m.SAN-DTW
12h 34m1 stop
C$ 537Delta
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Sat, 4 Oct - Tue, 7 Oct
Delta Logo
7:05 a.m. - 7:27 p.m.DTW-SAN
15h 22m2 stops
Delta Logo
10:06 p.m. - 3:04 p.m.SAN-DTW
13h 58m1 stop
C$ 543Delta
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Sat, 4 Oct - Tue, 14 Oct

United Airlines flights from Detroit to San Diego

Our best United Airlines deals on Detroit to San Diego flight tickets
United Airlines
4 Oct
DTW6:00 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 50m
1 stop
SAN3:50 p.m.San Diego
4 Oct
SAN10:30 p.m.San Diego
8h 37m
1 stop
DTW10:07 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 563
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United Airlines
4 Oct
DTW7:00 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 50m
1 stop
SAN3:50 p.m.San Diego
4 Oct
SAN8:08 p.m.San Diego
10h 59m
2 stops
DTW10:07 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 570
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United Airlines
23 Dec
DTW9:12 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 39m
1 stop
SAN10:51 p.m.San Diego
30 Dec
SAN10:45 p.m.San Diego
11h 45m
1 stop
DTW1:30 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 571
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Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit to San Diego

Our best Alaska Airlines deals on Detroit to San Diego flight tickets
Alaska Airlines
13 Nov
DTW4:51 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 08m
1 stop
SAN10:59 p.m.San Diego
18 Nov
SAN1:41 p.m.San Diego
23h 14m
2 stops
DTW3:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 448
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Alaska Airlines
24 Oct
DTW5:12 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m
1 stop
SAN11:05 p.m.San Diego
27 Oct
SAN2:47 p.m.San Diego
22h 08m
2 stops
DTW3:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 449
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Alaska Airlines
13 Nov
DTW4:51 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 49m
2 stops
SAN8:40 a.m.San Diego
18 Nov
SAN1:41 p.m.San Diego
23h 14m
2 stops
DTW3:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
C$ 480
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to San Diego that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, momondo users made 96,600 searches. Data last updated 2 August 2025.
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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 20/8

8:25 p.m.-11:37 p.m.

1 stop6h 12m

San Diego

Wed 27/8

6:15 a.m.-3:46 p.m.

1 stop6h 31m

C$ 274

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 31/8

9:35 a.m.-11:07 a.m.

Nonstop4h 32m

San Diego

Sun 7/9

7:47 p.m.-5:26 a.m.

1 stop6h 39m

C$ 278

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

9:30 a.m.-6:09 p.m.

1 stop11h 39m

San Diego

Fri 14/11

6:25 a.m.-4:53 p.m.

1 stop7h 28m

C$ 335

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/8

6:00 a.m.-11:52 p.m.

1 stop20h 52m

San Diego

Wed 20/8

6:25 a.m.-10:59 a.m.

1 stop25h 34m

C$ 371

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 20/8

8:25 p.m.-7:21 a.m.

1 stop13h 56m

San Diego

Wed 27/8

6:15 a.m.-10:44 p.m.

2 stops13h 29m

C$ 386

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 14/1

12:20 p.m.-8:08 p.m.

1 stop10h 48m

San Diego

Tue 20/1

9:22 p.m.-11:31 a.m.

1 stop11h 09m

C$ 402

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 22/10

12:45 p.m.-6:10 p.m.

2 stops8h 25m

San Diego

Mon 27/10

1:55 p.m.-10:55 p.m.

1 stop6h 00m

C$ 473

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/1

7:15 a.m.-11:45 a.m.

1 stop7h 30m

San Diego

Tue 20/1

8:35 a.m.-5:50 p.m.

1 stop6h 15m

C$ 484

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/10

7:05 a.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops15h 22m

San Diego

Tue 7/10

6:40 a.m.-10:14 p.m.

1 stop12h 34m

C$ 536

DetroitSan Diego

DTW - SAN

DTWSAN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/10

7:05 a.m.-7:27 p.m.

2 stops15h 22m

San Diego

Tue 14/10

10:06 p.m.-3:04 p.m.

1 stop13h 58m

C$ 543

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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$ 413. 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$ 455.

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 Monday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 339. 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$ 690.

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$ 317 when looking at flights departing at noon. Flights to San Diego are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of C$ 690. Departure times in the afternoon 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?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Diego for the best Detroit - San Diego flight prices

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$ 585 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$ 494 on momondo.

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

There are 1 cabin classes 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 August 2025, prices for Detroit to San Diego flights are approximately 3% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to San Diego

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to San Diego according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to San Diego (DTT to SAN) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

C$ 106

Fastest flight time

4h 32m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in San Diego

1 airport
The best one-way flight to San Diego from Detroit in the past 72 hours is C$ 106. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to San Diego found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 274.
The fastest flight from Detroit to San Diego takes 4h 32m
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 4h 32m.

  • 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?

  • 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?

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Best airlines flying from Detroit to San Diego

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to San Diego with momondo
Airline
Rating
Free Cancellation
Price
Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 177Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,054 reviews
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FrontierPriceFrom C$ 178Free CancellationRating
5.8
3,241 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 274Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom C$ 413Free CancellationRating
8.0
7,983 reviews
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SouthwestPriceFrom C$ 493Free CancellationRating
8.0
4,246 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to San Diego

    Delta flight deals from Detroit to San Diego start from C$ 299 round-trip. Over the 25 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually C$ 499 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

  • Spirit Airlines Flights From Detroit to San Diego

    Another popular option for Detroit to San Diego flights is Spirit Airlines (6.3/10, 8,054 ratings). Spirit Airlines flies from Detroit to San Diego around 4 times per week, with deals starting from C$ 128 round-trip and rising to an average price of around C$ 234.

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