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Flight deals from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 143 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

San Francisco.129 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 129 €, select.

San Francisco.143 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 20 Apr, returning Fri, 24 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 20 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 143 €, select.

San Francisco.166 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sat, 9 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 1 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 9 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 166 €, select.

San Francisco.171 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 18 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 171 €, select.

San Francisco.189 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Mar, returning Tue, 24 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 10 Mar, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 24 Mar, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 189 €, select.

San Francisco.197 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 1 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 197 €, select.

San Francisco.208 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 2 Jun, returning Sat, 6 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 2 Jun, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 6 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 208 €, select.

San Francisco.210 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 28 Jul, returning Tue, 4 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 28 Jul, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 4 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 210 €, select.

San Francisco.216 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 22 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 22 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 216 €, select.

San Francisco.225 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Sep, returning Tue, 15 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines and Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 225 €, select.

San Francisco.235 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 23 Oct, returning Fri, 30 Oct.Return flight with Alaska Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 23 Oct, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Alaska Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Fri, 30 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 235 €, select.

San Francisco.240 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Aug, returning Thu, 3 Sep.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from San Francisco International on Thu, 3 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 240 €, select.

San Francisco.246 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 31 May, returning Sun, 7 Jun.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 31 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 7 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 246 €, select.

San Francisco.246 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 22 Apr, returning Sat, 25 Apr.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 22 Apr, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 25 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 246 €, select.

San Francisco.246 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Sun, 8 Nov.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 246 €, select.

San Francisco.250 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 28 May, returning Sat, 30 May.Return flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 28 May, arriving in San Francisco International.Inbound direct flight with United departs from San Francisco International on Sat, 30 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From 250 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International flights are currently cheapest in April.

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Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International: Alternative routes

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Detroit to San Francisco: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	129 €
Cheapest month to fly	April
Average flight time	5 hrs, 12 mins
Most popular airline	Delta
Average flights per week	117

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International is 129 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International?

5 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International.

Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International?

Delta, United and Air France fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International.

How many flights are there a week from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International?

As of March 2026, there are 117 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International?

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to San Francisco International is usually April.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport on Friday, 24 April 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours and 12 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to San Francisco International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to San Francisco International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to San Francisco?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to San Francisco is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International with?

Currently, Frontier Airlines and United offer the cheapest flight tickets to San Francisco International.

Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 5 hours 15 minutes.
San Francisco's timezone is UTC-7, making San Francisco three hours behind Detroit.
Choose from 54 weekly Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport flights. The 07:17 departure with United Airlines is the earliest you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 22:50.
To ensure you get on your DTW to SFO flight, leave plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll likely experience longer queues during popular months like August. Arriving up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to discover the sights in San Francisco — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The majority of travellers choose to fly with Delta Air Lines on this route.
The most punctual carrier operating DTW to SFO flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services arrive as scheduled 69.3% of the time.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between DTW and SFO:
- Dane County Regional Airport
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
- Denver International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

72 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Return flights start at 129 €. These fares can change based on demand.
Book six months before you travel. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DTW to SFO.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from DTW to SFO is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when a new deal comes up.
Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.

Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
To get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you're boarding an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:

Arriving at San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

Consider staying in a hotel near SFO if you're taking a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport flight. Settle into one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a San Francisco International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Hertz and explore beyond San Francisco's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, book your ride from San Francisco International Airport about one week before your trip.

Getting from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to central San Francisco

San Francisco International Airport to the centre of San Francisco has a drive time of about 20 minutes. It's approximately 21 kilometres away.
It takes roughly 45 minutes to get there by public transport.

When to fly to San Francisco International Airport (SFO)

The quietest month for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit San Francisco based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. September is the warmest month in San Francisco, with temperatures ranging from 12ºC (54ºF) to 22ºC (72ºF).
January sees average temperatures of between 6ºC (43ºF) and 16ºC (61ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DTW to SFO sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of United States

You've visited San Francisco, now it's time to explore other parts of United States. Travel about 64 kilometres south-east to San Jose to check off its leading attractions. From Winchester Mystery House to Rosicrucian Egyptian Museum and San Jose Museum of Art, your itinerary will be busy.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Fresno, roughly 257 kilometres south-east of San Francisco. Forestiere Underground Gardens, Fresno Chaffee Zoo and Shinzen Japanese Garden are among the biggest draws.