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

Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

Delta, United Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to San Francisco from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 28% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to San Francisco. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to San Francisco on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and San Francisco is 8 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00p.m., with 54% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

61 flights are operational weekly from Detroit to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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

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

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

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

How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport.

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

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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11h 05m2 stops

9:50 a.m. - 9:25 p.m.SFO-DTW

8h 35m1 stop

C$ 440Southwest

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

5h 25mdirect

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4h 41mdirect

C$ 443United Airlines

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11:37 a.m. - 7:34 p.m.DTW-SFO

10h 57m1 stop

10:51 a.m. - 11:56 p.m.SFO-DTW

10h 05m1 stop

C$ 445JetBlue

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

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17h 55m2 stops

C$ 446Alaska Airlines

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6:50 a.m. - 2:55 p.m.DTW-SFO

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12h 11m1 stop

C$ 449Multiple Airlines

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5:15 p.m. - 9:16 a.m.DTW-SFO

19h 01m2 stops

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25h 19m1 stop

C$ 450Alaska Airlines

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7:05 a.m. - 9:32 a.m.DTW-SFO

5h 27mdirect

4:10 p.m. - 11:49 p.m.SFO-DTW

4h 39mdirect

C$ 452United Airlines

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5:41 p.m. - 10:45 p.m.DTW-SFO

8h 04m1 stop

1:45 p.m. - 5:20 a.m.SFO-DTW

12h 35m2 stops

C$ 459Alaska Airlines

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7:00 a.m. - 9:23 a.m.DTW-SFO

5h 23mdirect

12:45 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.SFO-DTW

4h 55mdirect

C$ 462United Airlines

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Delta flights from Detroit to San Francisco

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Delta

19 Dec

DTW8:25 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 06m

1 stop

SFO10:31 p.m.San Francisco

7 Jan

SFO6:05 a.m.San Francisco

11h 40m

1 stop

DTW8:45 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 539

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Delta

18 Dec

DTW8:25 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

13h 31m

1 stop

SFO6:56 p.m.San Francisco

7 Jan

SFO6:05 a.m.San Francisco

11h 40m

1 stop

DTW8:45 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 540

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26 Nov

DTW8:55 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 16m

SFO11:11 p.m.San Francisco

1 Dec

SFO10:45 p.m.San Francisco

4h 29m

DTW6:14 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 700

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22 Jan

DTW5:15 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 48m

1 stop

SFO11:03 p.m.San Francisco

26 Jan

SFO7:24 p.m.San Francisco

17h 55m

2 stops

DTW4:19 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 446

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10 Dec

DTW5:41 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 04m

1 stop

SFO10:45 p.m.San Francisco

6 Jan

SFO1:45 p.m.San Francisco

12h 35m

2 stops

DTW5:20 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

C$ 459

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6 Mar

DTW5:22 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 04m

2 stops

SFO2:26 p.m.San Francisco

9 Mar

SFO6:27 p.m.San Francisco

18h 59m

1 stop

DTW4:26 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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DTW - SFO

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Thu 8/1

6:50 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops11h 05m

San Francisco

Mon 12/1

9:50 a.m.-9:25 p.m.

1 stop8h 35m

C$ 440

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DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 17/12

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

Nonstop5h 25m

San Francisco

Sat 27/12

9:25 p.m.-5:06 a.m.

Nonstop4h 41m

C$ 443

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 15/12

11:37 a.m.-7:34 p.m.

1 stop10h 57m

San Francisco

Wed 7/1

10:51 a.m.-11:56 p.m.

1 stop10h 05m

C$ 445

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 22/1

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

1 stop8h 48m

San Francisco

Mon 26/1

7:24 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

2 stops17h 55m

C$ 446

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DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/1

6:50 a.m.-2:55 p.m.

2 stops11h 05m

San Francisco

Wed 14/1

8:15 a.m.-9:55 p.m.

2 stops10h 40m

C$ 447

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/2

5:14 p.m.-12:28 a.m.

1 stop10h 14m

San Francisco

Sat 14/2

1:29 p.m.-4:40 a.m.

1 stop12h 11m

C$ 449

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/2

5:15 p.m.-9:16 a.m.

2 stops19h 01m

San Francisco

Tue 10/2

12:00 p.m.-4:19 p.m.

1 stop25h 19m

C$ 450

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 28/2

7:05 a.m.-9:32 a.m.

Nonstop5h 27m

San Francisco

Mon 9/3

4:10 p.m.-11:49 p.m.

Nonstop4h 39m

C$ 452

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/12

5:41 p.m.-10:45 p.m.

1 stop8h 04m

San Francisco

Tue 6/1

1:45 p.m.-5:20 a.m.

2 stops12h 35m

C$ 459

DetroitSan Francisco

DTW - SFO

DTWSFO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 29/4

7:00 a.m.-9:23 a.m.

Nonstop5h 23m

San Francisco

Sun 3/5

12:45 p.m.-8:40 p.m.

Nonstop4h 55m

C$ 462

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

The cheapest month to fly to San Francisco from Detroit is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around C$ 474, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of May is another great option to travel to San Francisco, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around C$ 546.

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

The cheapest day to depart from Detroit 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$ 1,124. On the other hand, Friday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around C$ 1,408.

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

Flying to San Francisco from Detroit 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$ 1,387.

What is the cheapest Detroit 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 when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to San Francisco for around C$ 698 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 for as low as C$ 497 on momondo.

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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 to San Francisco flights?

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to San Francisco flights are approximately 45% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to San Francisco

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Fastest flight time	5h 08m
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The fastest flight from Detroit to San Francisco takes 5h 08m

Direct flights go from Detroit to San Francisco every day.

There is 1 airport near San Francisco: San Francisco (SFO)

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How far is Detroit to San Francisco by plane?
Detroit and San Francisco are 3354.8 km apart from one another. Typically, this will take 5h 21m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport?
Prices for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport?
As of November 2025, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit to San Francisco Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to San Francisco 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 Francisco Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to San Francisco Airport?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to San Francisco 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 Francisco 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 Francisco?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to San Francisco is Boeing 737-900 (39.77% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A319 (26.34%), Boeing 757-300 (12.77%), and Airbus A320-100/200 (12.26%).
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to San Francisco?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Detroit to San Francisco is Frontier, representing 43% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are United Airlines at 36% and Southwest at 21%.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to San Francisco

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Frontier	PriceFrom C$ 211	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.8 3,109 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom C$ 296	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,007 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom C$ 433	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,242 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom C$ 546	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,017 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Delta Flights From Detroit to San Francisco
Delta operates around 23 flights from Detroit to San Francisco every week. The average price of these flights found in the last 72 hours has been C$ 497, but momondo users have found Delta deals from Detroit to San Francisco from as low as C$ 296 round-trip. Delta has been scored 7.9/10 in 8,007 reviews.
United Airlines Flights From Detroit to San Francisco
C$ 546 is the best United Airlines flight deal from Detroit to San Francisco found on momondo over the last 72 hours. The average United Airlines ticket price found was closer to C$ 950, however, with flight time and availability significantly affecting the price. United Airlines (7.4/10 from 9,017 user reviews) flies into San Francisco from Detroit 5 times in an average week so prices can vary.

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What is the cheapest month to fly to San Francisco?

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What is the cheapest Detroit to San Francisco flight route?

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

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

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

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit 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 to San Francisco flights?

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

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

As of November 2025, prices for Detroit to San Francisco flights are approximately 45% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

Southwest, Alaska Airlines, and JetBlue are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to San Francisco

Which airlines fly to San Francisco?

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and San Francisco is 8 per day as of November 2025. The most frequent departure time is 8:00p.m., with 54% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

61 flights are operational weekly from Detroit to San Francisco as of November 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 16% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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