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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $395-$669
Alaska Airlines
Wed 10/17Sun 10/21
SJC - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$133
Typical prices: $210-$430
Frontier
Mon 10/15
SJC - DTW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between San Jose 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
14 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 52% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 55% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Cheapest • Avg $347 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 6h 35m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from San Jose to Detroit (SJC-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from San Jose to Detroit

Sat, Oct 17 - Wed, Oct 21
Alaska Airlines Logo
1:31 pm - 5:40 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:00 am - 6:01 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
14h 01m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$283Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 2
Frontier Logo
4:15 pm - 6:56 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
1:15 pm - 6:44 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
20h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$297Frontier
Mon, Nov 23 - Wed, Dec 2
Frontier Logo
4:15 pm - 6:56 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 41m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
Frontier Logo
1:15 pm - 6:44 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
20h 29m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$308Frontier
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
Delta Logo
6:30 am - 6:39 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Delta Logo
12:15 pm - 4:20 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
7h 05m1 stop Salt Lake City
$353Delta
Tue, Oct 13 - Tue, Oct 20
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 5:32 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 32m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:04 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
8h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Sat, Oct 10 - Wed, Oct 14
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:24 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:57 am - 1:51 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
8h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Sat, Oct 17
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 6:24 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 24m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
4:11 pm - 10:08 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
8h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$353American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 9
Delta Logo
5:54 pm - 6:27 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 33m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
12:30 pm - 4:07 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
6h 37m1 stop Salt Lake City
$386Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
Southwest Logo
11:00 pm - 11:00 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
Southwest Logo
6:40 am - 10:10 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
6h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
$524Southwest
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 25
Southwest Logo
11:00 pm - 11:00 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 00m1 stop Chicago Midway
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9:05 pm - 9:40 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
15h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
$535Southwest
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose 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 Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $283. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $395 to $669. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $283 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 23% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 24% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • February is the cheapest month to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $241 round-trip.
  • August ($694) and July ($666) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 187% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 52% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from San Jose to Detroit

 
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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.

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Bill Fink

Bill Fink

Expert on SJC

Bill is an award-winning travel writer with extensive credits covering airlines and the aviation industry for publications including AARP, AFAR, The Points Guy and Yahoo. Based in Portland, Oregon, Bill has traveled to more than 75 countries - and been late for his flight in most of them. He once achieved top-level frequent flier status for all of American, Delta and United Airlines during a single year.

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

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$133
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 22% increase in price.
Flight from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from San Jose to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from San Jose 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 Jose 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 Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $347 round-trip via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP), compared to $727 for nonstop.

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

    The Embraer 195 E2 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Porter Airlines and American Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A220-300 variants.

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

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

    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 35% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 21% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 38% on the San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $418 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $666, a difference of $248. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • 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 Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $536. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 0h 00m, covering 2,056 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from San Jose 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 Jose 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 $283 to $1,909. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $196, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Salt Lake City (SLC) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 35m, compared with 7h 21m via Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and 7h 27m via Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX).

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 3 hours ahead of San Jose (Eastern Time vs Pacific 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 Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $395 to $669, with an average of $536 over the past 12 months. Anything below $395 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking San Jose 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 Tuesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $418 - about $248 less than Sunday (37% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 52% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $241 round-trip in that month - typically $453 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Minneapolis St Paul Airport (MSP) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $347 round-trip on this route - about $380 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

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