Cheap flights from Detroit to San Francisco

Cheapest current fares: $178 in June 2026, 3,339 km direct flight in ~3h 56m.

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Cheapest month-by-month fares

Lowest available fare per calendar month from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO). Refreshed daily.

Detroit (DTW) → San Francisco (SFO)

  1. June 2026 $178
  2. August 2026 $196

Frequently asked questions

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to San Francisco?

    Based on current 6-month forward fare data, June 2026 is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO), with fares starting from $178.

  • What is the lowest current fare from DTW to SFO?

    The lowest currently-listed fare from Detroit (DTW) to San Francisco (SFO) is $178 on 2026-06-04.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to San Francisco?

    Direct flights from DTW to SFO cover approximately 3,339 km (2,075 miles), with an estimated flight time of 3h 56m. Operating airlines: DL, UA.

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