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$97 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to San Jose

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Cheapest round-trip
$248
Overall average: $257
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/12Mon 1/19
DTW - SJC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$619
Delta
Thu 6/4Mon 6/8
DTW - SJC • Non-stop
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Consider airport hotels for early Detroit departures.
Rideshares at SJC offer quick Silicon Valley access.
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When to book
3 weeks
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 29% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to San Jose (DTW-SJC)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to San Jose that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to San Jose

Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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9:01 am - 6:14 pm
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SJC
12h 13m1 stop
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11:14 am - 9:02 pm
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DTW
30h 48m2 stops
$248Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 29 - Tue, Feb 3
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7:45 pm - 10:57 am
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SJC
18h 12m1 stop
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2:25 pm - 1:21 pm
SJC
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DTW
19h 56m1 stop
$305Delta
Mon, Jan 12 - Mon, Jan 19
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9:01 am - 6:14 pm
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SJC
12h 13m1 stop
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7:31 pm - 9:02 pm
SJC
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DTW
22h 31m1 stop
$316Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Tue, Jan 27
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12:20 pm - 10:07 pm
DTW
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SJC
12h 47m1 stop
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8:05 pm - 5:40 am
SJC
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DTW
6h 35m1 stop
$329Delta
Fri, Jan 9 - Mon, Jan 12
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5:15 pm - 2:42 pm
DTW
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SJC
24h 27m1 stop
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11:00 am - 4:19 pm
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DTW
26h 19m1 stop
$343Alaska Airlines
Thu, Jan 22 - Tue, Jan 27
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5:15 pm - 5:08 pm
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SJC
26h 53m1 stop
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3:36 pm - 4:19 pm
SJC
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DTW
21h 43m1 stop
$344Alaska Airlines
Thu, Feb 12 - Tue, Feb 17
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12:19 pm - 10:55 am
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SJC
25h 36m1 stop
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6:20 pm - 1:11 pm
SJC
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DTW
15h 51m1 stop
$345Delta
Sat, Jan 24 - Wed, Feb 11
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5:15 pm - 9:48 am
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19h 33m1 stop
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11:00 am - 4:26 pm
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26h 26m1 stop
$347Alaska Airlines
Fri, Feb 27 - Sun, Mar 1
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4:41 pm - 10:05 pm
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8h 24m1 stop
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6:30 pm - 5:40 am
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DTW
8h 10m1 stop
$353Delta
Tue, Jan 6 - Sat, Jan 10
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4:45 pm - 8:56 pm
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7h 11m1 stop
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5:40 pm - 10:07 am
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13h 27m2 stops
$358United Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to San Jose flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to San Jose to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to San Jose?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If you are looking for a flight deal from Detroit to San Jose, look for departures on Saturdays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from San Jose, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Tuesday is the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose is January, where tickets cost $257 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are November and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $724 and $481 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $288, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 29% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 8 weeks before departure.

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For early departures, consider airport hotels offering parking deals and overnight stays to ease morning travel stress.

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For quick access to Silicon Valley, rideshares are available directly at the arrivals curb at SJC.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flight$97
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 75% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 16% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to San Jose flights

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines offering flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    Several airlines have been making efforts to improve their environmental sustainability and reduce their carbon footprint on flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC). For instance, Delta and American Airlines have made significant investments in sustainable practices, including using more fuel-efficient aircraft, implementing recycling programs, and focusing on reducing emissions.

  • What are the most popular layover cities on flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    When booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC), some airlines offer one-stop journeys, mainly through hub cities. Popular transits include Chicago (ORD), Denver (DEN), Dallas (DFW), Phoenix (PHX), and Las Vegas (LAX). Remember that these layovers vary based on the airlines, flight schedules, and passenger demand.

  • Which airlines offer accessible services between Detroit and San Jose?

    All airlines provide accessible services for passengers with disabilities or reduced mobility on flights between Detroit (DTW) and San Jose (SJC), as required by regulations. Specifically, they provide wheelchair assistance for passengers with difficulty walking long distances. This can include assistance from the check-in counter to the boarding gate and during boarding and disembarkation.

  • Which airline offers the best business class service between Detroit and San Jose?

    Delta Air Lines and American Airlines are well known for their exceptional business class services between Detroit (DTW) and San Jose (SJC). Besides priority check-in and boarding and extra luggage allowance, passengers in business class enjoy fully flat beds, personalized service, fine dining, and access to airport lounges.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose was $97 for a one-way ticket and $248 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and San Jose?

    A passport is not required to fly from Detroit to San Jose.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to San Jose?

    Detroit airport is called Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and the only airport in San Jose is San Jose.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to San Jose?

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to San Jose flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to San Jose?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to San Jose flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    Star Alliance, oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and San Jose, with Star Alliance being the most commonly used for this route.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to San Jose, Delta or Southwest?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to San Jose are Delta and Southwest. With an average price for the route of $446 and an overall rating of 7.9, Delta is the most popular choice. Southwest is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $480 and an overall rating of 7.9.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to San Jose.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to San Jose?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to San Jose from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to San Jose?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to San Jose with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and SJC can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to San Jose?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to San Jose from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Jose

  • Delta Air Lines is the major carrier offering the most flights from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC). Those flying aboard this carrier are sure to get more flight options, allowing for greater flexibility in planning your travel. Also, hub airports typically have a higher concentration of airline staff, which can lead to more efficient customer service, quicker check-in processes, and smoother connections.
  • Southwest Airlines is known for its family-friendly policies on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC). It allows families to pre-board and bring strollers and car seats for free. Their open seating policy also allows families to choose seats together. In addition, they provide kid-friendly entertainment options to keep the little ones engaged throughout the journey.
  • Unaccompanied minors traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC) should remember that Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines cater to their needs. They provide assistance and supervision throughout the journey, including help with check-in, boarding, and in-flight care. There's an additional fee for this service.
  • American Airlines and Delta Air Lines allow passengers to fly with their four-legged friends in the cabin from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose International Airport (SJC). However, you can only bring small domestic animals with up-to-date veterinary certificates, such as cats and dogs.
  • Public transit buses operated by the Suburban Mobility Authority for Regional Transportation (SMART) and the Detroit Department of Transportation (DDOT) connect Detroit Airport (DTW) with different parts of the city and the surrounding areas, including downtown Detroit. However, taxis are convenient if you want privacy and door-to-door service.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to San Jose

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4250 reviews
8.1Boarding
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
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The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

8.0 ExcellentRussell, Dec 2025
SAN - OAK
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The boarding and seat assignment system no longer works for me, but I know it is being replaced. Otherwise, I am good with the overall experience.

The lead steward kept singing about "San Francisco" and hotel California---more annoying than humorous....needs work. Flight was smooth and on time.

Still a fan of open seating. Flight was on schedule and arrived on time. The 737 MAX is very comfortable.

San Diego airport is brand new, spacious, airy and very smooth checkin at SW baggage drop.

Ever since Southwest starting charging for bags, passengers don't want to pay to check their bags, so the gate agents have to beg people to check their roller bags now because there's "not enough space". This was a terrible business move by Southwest.

Delays delays delays. Late taking off, late landing, wait for a gate, etc.

Connecting flight is on time and boarding was a breeze!

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

First time traveling on Southwest since bag fees were implemented. Usual good service. Just more expensive now.

Left on time, a bit delayed due to headwinds most of the trip.

Staff were friendly and happy. Delta could make sure passengers that don't have the app know of changes. Without Kayak I would not have known about the change of gate or the delay. Kayak was faster to notify me.

They changed planes and the new plane couldn’t carry enough fuel to fly across the country so we had to stop in Kansas City to refuel. Flight was delayed .

Flight was too crowded and seats are too small, especially since passengrs are getting larger. Having a middle seat is ALWAYS tough! Woman on my left was large & kept creeping in to my space. Flight personnel were great! Have more savory rather than sweet snacks please.

The crew took good care of us. The flight from ATL to SFO is a longer one, and there were multiple beverage offerings. I like the 757's that Delta uses. Good airplane that is comfortable. I do wish Delta would separate Priority boarding from the better seats. I would gladly take a smaller seat in an open row than be jammed into Comfort just to get priority boarding, just to make sure I don't have to check a bag.

Gate agent rushed to fill hot jetway with crowd so it took over 12 minutes to go from gate to plane. Just like a discount airline Pooly prepared cabin and third time that claim of rough air prevented any cabin service. Friends on a Southwest flight at similar time had service.

The airport was reasonably clean. The boarding process reasonably efficient. The cabin crew was efficient, polite but not that friendly. The food quality was unremarkable and the choices were awful . There was either a so so chicken dish or a “ vegetarian “ option which was really cheap carbohydrates drowned in cheese. Signing onto i flight wifi was not straightforward. Overall it was a very average experience

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

Delayed and took off even later than the scheduled delay time

Food was surprisingly good but the WiFi was not great

We were told the flight was delayed 5 times, then it was moved to the next day.

The experience with American Airlines was good, although the Philippines Airlines flight was much better (better seats, better food, better entertainment options, overall better). Again, the MIA to LAX flight was fine, but nothing in comparison to the comfort and accommodations of the Philippines Airlines flight from LAX to MNL.

Loved the crew . Absolutely no complaints. Except for luggage lost

Wish some foods provided rather than just biscuit/cookie for flight more than 2 hours

We are too tired and frustrated to comment politely at this point

The flight crew was rude. We were in first class and no one even offered water until an hour after we were in the air. Horrible experience

Great. Quick and quiet and east. The breakfast choices were a welcome surprise!

The stewardess hit me with the food kart twice on the head and didn't say I'm sorry once. The same stewardess gave me a warm Apple Juice with No ice. The Flight was delayed for Departure 6 times, starting from 2:36pm, finally taking off 7:50pm. I was late picking up my child from the sitter by 3 hours.

Did not get the seat I selected and paid for.

My flight was delayed for several hours. Sitting at gate 16 for several hours, I got a text from Kayak the gate changed to 9 before it was announced. Very bad communication at each gate from American Airlines employees. I received 10 notifications of delay from Kayak. My vacation started off horrible! I will write to American Airlines corporate office also.

30 minute delay, Also there was a medical emergency on the flight. The flight crew was on top of the situation and assisted the medical professionals that happened to be on the flight.

The plane was freezing and everyone had on their winter coats. I pulled out my sweaters out of my carryon to cover myself and put on an extra pair of socks. They offered NO FREE drinks or snacks on a 6 hour flight. The seats don’t have plugs or charges or any form of entertainment- so I just played my one downloaded game on my phone because I couldn’t sleep because I was too cold. Miserable flight though we landed safely.

It was better than expected. But there were two delays in taking off.

The pilot would speak it was painfully load a d the crew had to know this! Maybe the were hesitant to tell him. It was just a mediocre experience and I was in Spirit first class!

My experience was terrible. They cancelled my flight twice. They kept delaying it and leading me on, acting like the flight was going to go when it never had a chance. I missed out on valuable family time because of spirit and I won’t be flying with them again.

Always comes in handy when I want a quick weekend getaway.

Was supposed to take off 8:00 last night. Got delayed till 8:00 this morning

My luggage didn’t arrive at LAX, so that wasn’t a good experience.

It was a no show, so we got put in hotels for a nite. The A320 plane was very modern and flite and crew (if a pilot shows up were fine). Price was very good.

Cheap flight but really uncomfortable. Seat cushions flimsy. Jammed in middle seat when flight is not full. They don’t even give you water

Not clean and was told I would get a great seat and it was not great at all

Flight got delayed for 5 hours no good explanation was offered ;(

Horrible. I would never fly Frontier again. The booking process is tricky at best, but fraudulent in my opinion. Frontier customer service did nothing to rectify my purchase -- I ended up paying more than double what I could have gotten from other airlines and nearly triple what I thought I was buying from Frontier. Their booking practices are unfair to the consumer.

Delayed. Text notifications were slow. Not much information o what was happening. Boarding was slow and confusing. Wasn’t even offered water other flight. Had to ask. No entertainment at all. Felt like.a Greyhound bus.

When I wanted to check in 3 hours prior to boarding time, the employees mentioned “a little over an hour delay” so I waited for an hour then I went to go look for food in the terminal and most people from that flight were in the same area looking for food. Finally I decided after food to check to see if it’s anytime closer and now it’s 2 mins until boarding closes?! What are you kidding me? I didn’t receive anything via sms about boarding now nor via email or on the intercom. I luckily made it through, barely, and then there’s no room for my carry on mind you I’m in the very first row so I had to place my purse in one further row back and my carry on sections down. Not sure who pays for better seats to get your stuff placed all over the plane but that was the worst experience I’ve ever had flying with anyone.

Better than expected. Staff were friendly and nice on both flights.

There was no one at the counter to assist with our check in. The app didn’t work, so I arrived at the airport with time to check in and I couldn’t because no employees were there. When I finally got someone on the phone, it was inside the 60min rule and they said I could no longer check in and they could sell me another ticket. We had to scramble and pay an additional $800 for tickets and THEN AFTER (about 60 min from my original convo with customer service and 10min after original departure time) I had boarded my new flight, there was email saying my original flight from Frontier was delayed and leaving 2hr 50min later, but I STILL wouldn’t have been able to check in. Which means customer service should have been able to see it and let me check in because I was well within my check in time. When I call Frontier, they hang up on me. So their app didn’t work and they employees left and they take zero responsibility or assistance with their “customer service”

Terrible. Flight cancelled with no reasoning and no flights to rebook. Employees were useless and did nothing to help. Did not even know where to retrieve luggage from the cancelled flight. Flyers beware.

No fault of Frontier staff: plane was very late, reached Orlando at 1 am, took a while to get luggage. Weather, gov financial shutdown impact on TSA, air controllers seemed to have multiple flights backed up. Frontier staff seemed to cope as gracefully as possible. It did reassure me that I and my new hip could adapt to travel challenges. Food/entertainment were irrelevant to my trip.

Terrible. The canceled my entire flight when I requested a refund for a trip frontier canceled trip one way.

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