Flights from San Francisco to Detroit
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Cheap Flights from San Francisco to Detroit

Track economy fares on the SFO → DTW route and get alerts when prices drop.

From
San Francisco
SFO
To
Detroit
DTW

Route Intelligence: San Francisco → Detroit

Flight Duration

4 hr 53 min (Direct)

Price Guidance

A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.

Peak Season

Jun-Aug

Top Airlines

Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines

Booking Tip

Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

Track San Francisco → Detroit Fares

Set your target price and FlightKitten will scan this route twice daily. The instant economy fares drop below your budget, you'll get an email with the price, airline, and a direct booking link.

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Route Summary: San Francisco → Detroit

From
San Francisco (SFO)
To
Detroit (DTW)
Duration
4 hr 53 min (Direct)
Airlines
Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines
Price Guide
A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+.
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Route Briefing: San Francisco to Detroit

Connecting San Francisco to Detroit is a 4-hour-and-25-minute flight covering 2,079 miles. Delta Air Lines and United operate daily nonstops between SFO and Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW).

Detroit is experiencing an exciting cultural resurgence that delights visitors. Explore Diego Rivera's masterpieces at the Detroit Institute of Arts in Midtown, visit the Motown Museum on West Grand Boulevard, and stroll along the vibrant Detroit Riverwalk overlooking Canada. Don't leave without tasting original Detroit-style deep-dish pizza at Buddy's or enjoying craft cocktails in the historic brick buildings of Corktown.

Roundtrip economy fares under $140 are a genuine steal, with standard tickets averaging $210 to $330. Summer brings pleasant lakeside weather and outdoor music festivals, while autumn delivers crisp air and colorful foliage. Book 4 to 6 weeks ahead for the best economy prices.

How much are flights from San Francisco to Detroit in 2026?

Flight prices from San Francisco (SFO) to Detroit (DTW) vary significantly depending on the season, day of the week, and how far in advance you book. A good deal is under $250 roundtrip. Standard fare is $350–$500+. Popular carriers on this route include Delta Air Lines, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines. FlightKitten eliminates the guesswork by monitoring 220+ airlines twice daily and alerting you the moment economy fares hit your target price.

How does FlightKitten track San Francisco to Detroit fares?

FlightKitten is an economy flight price monitoring platform that scans 220+ airlines twice every day for economy fares on the SFO to DTW route. When you set a target price, FlightKitten continuously monitors this route and sends an email alert the moment fares drop below your budget. Each alert includes the exact fare, airline, dates, and an AI-powered briefing that explains whether the deal is genuinely good compared to historical pricing on this route. No more obsessive price checking — set your budget and let FlightKitten do the watching. Learn more about how FlightKitten tracking works.

See our full Detroit destination guide for all available routes. Also popular: San Francisco to Anchorage.

Pro tip: Book 1-3 months in advance for the best domestic fares.

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