$154 Cheap Alaska Airlines flights Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO)

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$154 Cheap Alaska Airlines flights Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $154 for one-way flights and $285 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Alaska Airlines
Thu, Nov 13 - Sun, Nov 16
DTW
Detroit
SFO
San Francisco
$285 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$285
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 13 from Detroit to San Francisco, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $285 found 1 hour ago
Alaska Airlines
Wed, Oct 1 - Sun, Oct 5
DTW
Detroit
SFO
San Francisco
$304 Roundtrip, just found
$304
Roundtrip
just found
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 1 from Detroit to San Francisco, returning Sun, Oct 5, priced at $304 just found
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
San Francisco Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Hawaiian Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, United
Popular airline
JetBlue Airways
Distance
2074 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 1 min

Frequently asked questions

How much is an Alaska Airlines flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Make use of the "Price (lowest to highest)" filter on Expedia to look for cheap Alaska Airlines return flights from $285 from DTW to SFO. Affordable one-way options from $154 are available as well.**These prices were available on Expedia within the past 7 days, for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to SFO with Alaska Airlines?
February is one of the least expensive months to travel to San Francisco with Alaska Airlines. You could also find fantastic deals on one-way and return tickets in April.
What is the cheapest time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) with Alaska Airlines?
Search for cheap Alaska Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO) one to three months prior to your departure date. Travelers who book domestic flights 34 to 86 days in advance can save 25% compared to those who book just 6 to 12 days ahead. Regardless of fare type and journey, the best day to book a domestic flight is usually Sunday and the most expensive day tends to be Monday. Passengers who book on a Sunday can save 6% on average compared to those who book their travel on a Monday.**Ideal booking window recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through November for 2024. Best day of the week to book recommendation is based on average round-trip ticket prices for January through October 2024. All data sourced from ARC's global airline sales database.
Does Alaska Airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
Simply enter your dates, press search and check "Nonstop" on Expedia to browse any direct flights from DTW to SFO with Alaska Airlines or other carriers.
What is the earliest Alaska Airlines flight from DTW to SFO?
Browse Alaska Airlines's earliest flights from DTW to SFO by selecting our "Early Morning" and "Morning" filters. Not only will you arrive sooner, early departures also have a 20% less chance of being canceled.**Most reliable time of the day recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports does Alaska Airlines fly into in San Francisco?
Jump on an Alaska Airlines flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco, and you're most likely to touch down at San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO). This is the airline's main hub in this city.
Why fly with Alaska Airlines from DTW to SFO?
Heading from DTW to SFO with Alaska Airlines means enjoying a host of benefits, such as an excellent in-flight experience and a rewarding loyalty program. Plus, when booking through Expedia, One Key™ members can earn OneKeyCash™* to redeem on select future travel purchases. That's on top of the Mileage Plan points you can earn with Alaska Airlines.*OneKeyCash™ disclaimer - OneKeyCash™ is not redeemable for cash and can only be used on Expedia, Hotels.com and Vrbo.
Can I change or cancel my Alaska Airlines flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)?
You can usually cancel or reschedule your flight, although additional fees may apply if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Prefer to keep your options open? Use Expedia's "Changes included" and "No cancel fee" filters to find flights that won't penalize you if you need to alter your plans. To make modifications, go to "Trips," select your flight and click on "Manage Booking" for further information.

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