$75 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SJC)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to San Jose (DTW-SJC)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $75 for one-way flights and $145 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 27
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$145 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$145
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Wed, Aug 27, priced at $145 found 11 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$151 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$151
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $151 found 4 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Wed, Aug 13
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$162 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Wed, Aug 13, priced at $162 found 5 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Wed, Aug 6
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$167 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Wed, Aug 6, priced at $167 found 20 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 20 - Sat, Aug 23
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$171 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$171
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 20 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Sat, Aug 23, priced at $171 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Sun, Aug 10
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$172 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$172
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Sun, Aug 10, priced at $172 found 5 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Wed, Nov 5
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$215 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$215
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $215 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Sat, Oct 4 - Sat, Nov 1
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$256 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$256
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Sat, Oct 4 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Sat, Nov 1, priced at $256 found 1 day ago
Delta
Tue, Aug 19 - Mon, Aug 25
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$279 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$279
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Aug 19 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $279 found 1 day ago
Alaska Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Mon, Sep 15
DTW
Detroit
SJC
San Jose
$298 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$298
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Detroit to San Jose, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $298 found 1 day ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SJC)

February is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $116 - $642 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near San Jose

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to San Francisco Intl. SFO. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 40 minutes. Flights from $291
SFO
San Francisco Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center40 min
Flights from $291
Select flight to Oakland Intl. OAK. Average driving time to city center is 41 minutes. Flights from $372
OAK
Oakland Intl.
Average driving time to city center41 min
Flights from $372
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Jose (SJC)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$144
Distance
2057 mi
Average flight time
4 hours 51 mins

Detroit to San Jose Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to San Jose

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to San Jose are during the month of August. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to San Jose with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to San Jose: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to San Jose

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to San Jose in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $75 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to San Jose flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Detroit to San Jose airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) cost?
Book cheap return tickets starting from $337 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Delta flight leaving DTW on August 5 2025 and touching down at SJC. The price was last updated on July 9 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to SJC?
The cheapest flights from DTW to SJC are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to SJC?
Jet off from DTW to SJC with Delta. This carrier currently offers the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting at $169. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on August 27 2025. Prices were last updated on July 9 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
There are no daily direct flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). But you can opt for flights with layovers. Filter your search on Expedia to include one or two stops, and you'll be cruising above the clouds in no time at all.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to SJC?
Typically you'll find the widest variety of flight choices on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* However, this can vary depending on the airline, time of year and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to SJC?
With 87% of flights typically arriving on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC). To check your flight status and get notified about any changes, simply head to the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
To reach Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) on schedule, book a flight that leaves Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) before 3 PM. The chance of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for San Jose from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Compare your flight options from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the only San Jose airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC) last-minute?
Waiting until right before your break to book a ticket from DTW to SJC generally means paying more. While you might find some last-minute deals, there's no guarantee. Allow some flexibility in your schedule to maximize your chances of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to SJC flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a DTW to SJC flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, you could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal flights and accommodations, consider adding extras including activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Norman Y. Mineta San Jose Intl. Airport (SJC)?
Typically, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your DTW to SJC flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional fees may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are allowed and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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