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Cheapest round-trip
$268
Typical prices: $475-$672
Frontier
Tue 11/20Fri 11/23
SJC - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$75
Typical prices: $200-$428
Frontier
Fri 11/16
SJC - DTW • 2 stops
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 54% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 58% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA)
Cheapest • Avg $316 (round-trip)
Salt Lake City (SLC)
Shortest trip • 6h 33m (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

Fri, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 23
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3:10 pm - 11:53 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
29h 43m1 stop Los Angeles
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5:26 am - 2:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
11h 49m1 stop Los Angeles
$268Frontier
Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7
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3:52 pm - 6:25 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 33m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:25 am - 3:03 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
10h 38m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$268Frontier
Wed, Jan 13 - Tue, Jan 19
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12:58 pm - 5:42 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 44m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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6:45 am - 12:03 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
8h 18m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$288Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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1:00 pm - 12:57 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:06 pm - 10:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Salt Lake City
$327Delta
Wed, Nov 25 - Thu, Nov 26
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1:00 pm - 12:57 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:15 pm - 6:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
9h 20m1 stop Salt Lake City
$327Delta
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
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1:40 pm - 10:45 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:45 pm - 11:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
7h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
$327Southwest
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:52 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 52m1 stop Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl
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6:00 am - 2:08 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
11h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$327American Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 17
Southwest Logo
6:35 am - 5:20 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:10 am - 12:10 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
9h 00m2 stops Denver Intl San Diego
$332Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Thu, Dec 3
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7:26 pm - 9:33 amSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 07m2 stops Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:00 am - 2:08 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
11h 08m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$332American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Fri, Jan 1
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12:00 pm - 11:47 pmSJC  San Jose-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 47m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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6:03 am - 11:07 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SJC San Jose
8h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$384American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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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 typically range from $475 to $672. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $268, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 16% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 38% higher.

What’s 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.
•July ($666) and June ($652) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 176% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights 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 54% 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

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

$75
Beat the crowds with an average 58% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 120% increase in travelers.
One-way 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 answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • 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 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 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.

  • 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 $475 to $672, with an average of $579 over the past 12 months. Anything below $475 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 42% above the $579 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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 $316 round-trip via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA), compared to $619 for nonstop.

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

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

  • 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 $168, which is 43% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • 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).

  • 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:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl (LAS) - 11% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 40% on flights from San Jose to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $487 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $801, a difference of $314.

    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 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 33m, compared with 6h 37m via Denver Intl (DEN) and 7h 20m via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP).

  • 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 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 Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

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 are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $487, about $314 less than Saturday fares (39% 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 54% 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 $425 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Seattle/Tacoma Intl Airport (SEA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $316 round-trip on this route - about $303 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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