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Cheapest round-trip
$234
Typical prices: $374-$542
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/17Sat 9/22
SAT - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$409
Typical prices: $379-$548
Delta
Sun 12/23Mon 1/1
SAT - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 04m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 10% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $252 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Antonio to Detroit (SAT-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Antonio to Detroit

Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:25 am - 11:55 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 30m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:08 am - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$234Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Tue, Sep 22
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9:25 am - 11:55 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 30m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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9:08 pm - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
23h 17m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Denver Intl
$243Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sat, Sep 12
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9:25 am - 11:55 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 30m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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6:51 pm - 8:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
14h 54m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$252Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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2:47 pm - 4:55 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:08 am - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$258Frontier
Sat, Sep 12 - Sat, Sep 19
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2:47 pm - 4:55 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 08m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:08 am - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$258Frontier
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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10:03 am - 11:35 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 32m1 stop Orlando
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7:08 am - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
13h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$258Frontier
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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1:30 pm - 9:55 pmSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Lambert-St Louis
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3:35 pm - 11:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
8h 35m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
$387Southwest
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:55 pm - 9:35 pmSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 40m2 stops Houston Hobby Nashville Intl
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10:55 am - 4:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
6h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Dallas Love Field
$387Southwest
Fri, Sep 25 - Tue, Sep 29
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5:15 am - 9:14 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 59mnonstop
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8:30 am - 10:39 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
3h 09mnonstop
$409Delta
Wed, Dec 23 - Fri, Jan 1
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5:20 am - 9:20 amSAT  San Antonio-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 00mnonstop
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8:50 am - 11:20 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SAT San Antonio
3h 30mnonstop
$409Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 11% cheaper than the average day. Wednesday is the most expensive day with flight prices 15% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • June and September are the cheapest months to fly from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $379 round-trip.
  • March ($599) and December ($509) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 58% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from San Antonio to Detroit

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on SAT

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 42% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flight from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from San Antonio to Detroit

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Your San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between San Antonio and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from San Antonio (SAT) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $252 round-trip via Denver Intl (DEN), compared to $435 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$70 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Orlando (MCO) - 44% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 15% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Orlando (MCO) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 23% on the San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $379 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $489, a difference of $110. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How are flight departures from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 50%, afternoon flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • How long is a flight from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 3h 04m, covering 1,214 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:15 am and lands at 8:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 4:00 pm and lands at 7:04 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 04m.

  • How expensive are last-minute San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 39% above the route average of $422. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $234 to $1,134. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $172, which is 28% below the typical average for this route.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 34m, compared with 4h 52m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) and 4h 55m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between San Antonio and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour ahead of San Antonio (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $374 to $542, with an average of $422 over the past 12 months. Anything below $374 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Wednesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $379 - about $110 less than Wednesday (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for June. Fares historically average $379 round-trip in that month - typically $220 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Denver Intl Airport (DEN) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $252 round-trip on this route - about $183 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Prefer to fly direct from San Antonio to Detroit?

 
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Direct departures

San Antonio to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

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Tuesday

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Delta

Wednesday

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Antonio

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

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Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

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