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Cheapest round-trip
$538
Typical prices: $377-$739
Air Canada
Mon 10/22Fri 10/26
SJO - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$267
Typical prices: $263-$495
Multiple Airlines
Mon 10/8
SJO - DTW • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San José and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
6 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 6 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 40% price drop
October
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg $429 (round-trip)
Miami (MIA)
Shortest trip • 7h 52m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San José to Detroit (SJO-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San José to Detroit

Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:15 am - 9:34 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 19m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:20 pm - 10:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$538Air Canada
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:15 am - 9:34 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 19m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:20 pm - 10:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$541Air Canada
Wed, Sep 30 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:07 am - 5:56 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 49m1 stop Orlando
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11:37 am - 7:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 18m1 stop Tampa
$542Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
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7:15 am - 6:37 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
33h 22m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:20 pm - 10:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$549Air Canada
Sun, Oct 11 - Sun, Oct 18
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9:00 am - 12:10 amSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 10m2 stops Orlando Baltimore/Washington
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6:40 am - 7:40 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
15h 00m2 stops Denver Intl Houston Hobby
$551Southwest
Thu, Oct 1 - Fri, Oct 9
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1:15 pm - 9:32 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
30h 17m2 stops Monterrey Gen Mariano Escobedo Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:37 am - 7:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
22h 18m1 stop Tampa
$557Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 5 - Wed, Dec 9
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9:20 am - 5:40 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 20m2 stops Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:20 pm - 10:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
29h 10m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$558Air Canada
Wed, Sep 30 - Fri, Oct 9
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7:10 am - 6:12 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 02m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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8:59 pm - 8:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
13h 31m1 stop Orlando
$558Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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1:05 pm - 11:23 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 18m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 11:56 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
6h 56m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$564JetBlue
Fri, Dec 4 - Thu, Jan 7
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12:50 pm - 9:47 pmSJO  San José Juan Santamaria Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 57m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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6:20 pm - 11:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJO San José Juan Santamaria Intl
30h 30m2 stops Toronto Pearson Intl Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$565Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San José 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 José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $538. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $377 to $739. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $538 on Air Canada.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 13% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $317 round-trip.
  • July ($809) and June ($739) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 155% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 6 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$267
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 53% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 30% lower on average.
Flight from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from San José to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San José to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your San José 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 airports can I use when flying from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from San José Juan Santamaria Intl (SJO) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

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

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 69% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 12% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 8% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 3% of one-stop connections

    Fort Lauderdale (FLL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    On the San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $411 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $598: a $187 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 4% above the route average of $528. Book 6 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,226 miles.

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

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from San José 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 $542 to $1,933. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $294, which is 14% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Miami (MIA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 7h 52m, compared with 8h 04m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 26m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 2 hours ahead of San José (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 José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $377 to $739, with an average of $528 over the past 12 months. Anything below $377 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San José 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 Saturday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $411 - about $187 less than Friday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 6 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San José to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $317 round-trip in that month - typically $492 less than the most expensive month, which is July (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

Everything you need to know for your flight from San José to Detroit

Information on your arrival and departure airports

San José (SJO)
Detroit (DTW)