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Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. (SFO)

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The cheapest flights to San Francisco Intl. found within the past 7 days were $188 round trip and $100 one way. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Mon, Nov 9 -
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San Francisco
$100

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Tue, Oct 27 -
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San Francisco
$108

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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San Francisco
$111

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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San Francisco
$117

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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Detroit
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San Francisco
$121

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Fri, Oct 30 -
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Detroit
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San Francisco
$124

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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San Francisco
$127

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Fri, Nov 6 -
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San Francisco
$130

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Mon, Oct 12 -
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$131

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Mon, Oct 12 -
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San Francisco
$137

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Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 16
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Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$188

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Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
DTW
Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$216

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Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
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Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$218

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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Detroit
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San Francisco
$222

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Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$224

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Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
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Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$227

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
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Detroit
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San Francisco
$229

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Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
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Detroit
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SFO
San Francisco
$230

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$232

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Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$232

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Tue, Oct 27 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$108

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found 6 days ago

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Mon, Oct 26 -
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$111

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found 17 hours ago

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Mon, Oct 26 -
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$117

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found 17 hours ago

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$121

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Fri, Oct 30 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$124

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Mon, Oct 26 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$127

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found 17 hours ago

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Mon, Oct 12 -
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$131

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found 2 hours ago

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Mon, Oct 12 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$137

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Sat, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 16
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$188

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found 1 day ago

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$222

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Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$227

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$229

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found 21 hours ago

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Sat, Oct 24 - Fri, Nov 6
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$230

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Thu, Oct 15 - Tue, Oct 20
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$232

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found 21 hours ago

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Mon, Oct 12 - Sat, Oct 17
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$232

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Mon, Nov 9 -
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$100

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found 19 hours ago

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Fri, Nov 6 -
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Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$130

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Wed, Nov 4 - Thu, Nov 5
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$216

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Fri, Nov 6 - Mon, Nov 9
DTW
Detroit
to
SFO
San Francisco
$218

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Thu, Nov 5 - Tue, Nov 10
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Detroit
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San Francisco
$224

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Flight Schedule for DTW to SFO

Carrier Flight Depart DTW Arrive SFO Sat
9/26		 Sun
9/27		 Mon
9/28		 Tue
9/29		 Wed
9/30		 Thu
10/1		 Fri
10/2		 Stops
DL 1216 08:40 am 10:40 am Check fare Check fare Check fare Check fare Check fare - - 0 stop(s)
DL 816 12:30 pm 02:30 pm Check fare Check fare Check fare - - - - 0 stop(s)
DL 348 07:00 pm 08:59 pm Check fare Check fare Check fare Check fare Check fare - - 0 stop(s)
DL 712 08:30 am 10:39 am - - - - - Check fare Check fare 0 stop(s)
DL 720 04:12 pm 06:19 pm - - - - - Check fare Check fare 0 stop(s)
DL 994 08:47 pm 10:55 pm - - - - - Check fare Check fare 0 stop(s)

FAQs about flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to San Francisco Intl. Airport (SFO)

Are there direct flights from Detroit Metro Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Some trips are all about the journey; sometimes the magic is in the destination. If you just want to get to where you're going fast, multiple airlines operate direct flights from Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) to San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), including Delta Air Lines and United Airlines.

If I am not able to travel due to COVID-19, can I change my booking to a later date?

For more info about changing your flight to San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), please visit our Customer Service Portal.

How long is the flight from Detroit Metro Airport to San Francisco Airport?

If you're flying from Detroit to San Francisco, you can expect the journey to take approximately 5 hours and 38 minutes. If this is longer than you had hoped, why not put it to good use? Read about where you're headed, organize some last-minute details and get as much sleep as possible before the adventure begins.

What is the flight distance from Detroit Metro Airport to San Francisco Airport?

Between Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) and San Francisco, CA (SFO-San Francisco Intl.), the flight distance is roughly 2,175 mi. So, order a drink and get comfortable. You've got some choices to make — start on a new series, read your novel or squeeze in some beauty sleep?

What airlines fly from Detroit Metro Airport to San Francisco Airport?

If you want to get to San Francisco from Detroit, there are a few airlines that offer direct flights. One of the top carriers is Delta Air Lines (DL), which offers 146 flights on this route each month. If you want more options, take a look at the fares on offer from United Airlines (UA). This airline operates 94 flights every month. Between the two, you're bound to find the flight to suit your travel plans.

What is the best day to buy a plane ticket?

This just in! Airfares offered on Tuesdays tend to be the cheapest, according to flight demand on Travelocity in 2019. Wednesday and Friday prices are also good, but you may want to prepare your budget if booking on a Monday, as data shows the start of the week is when prices are generally at their highest.

What are the cheapest days to fly?

Frequent travelers may already know this, but earlier in the week can be the cheapest time to fly. In 2019, flights departing on a Tuesday were generally the cheapest of the week, whereas you may pay a premium for weekend flights when demand is usually high. On average, tickets were most expensive for Saturday departures, so if you need to fly out on a weekend, you might look for deals ahead of time.

How far in advance can you book a flight?

Trying to figure out how early you should book your flight? It's possible to start comparing international airfares on Travelocity up to 12 months in advance. However, it does depend on the carrier as not all airlines release their prices that far out. According to our 2019 flight demand trends, last minute planners can still bag a bargain with some of the cheapest fares appearing 1-2 weeks prior to their travel dates.

How can I save money on airline tickets?

We'll let you in on a secret...You can save big on flights if you mix and match your airlines and fare types. In fact, travelers who booked flights on Travelocity in 2019 saved nearly 50% when their return flights consisted of two different airlines or fare types.

*According to flight demand on Travelocity.com from January to December 2019. Savings are subject to change based on departure location, date and destination.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to San Francisco Intl. Flight FAQ

Traveling FromDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Traveling ToSan Francisco Intl.
Shortest Flight Time5 hours 7 mins
Earliest Departure Time8:30AM EDT
Latest Departure Time8:47PM EDT
Lowest Flight Price$188

Detroit to San Francisco Carriers and Route Information

Flight path for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to San Francisco International Airport


Origin:
DTW - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Destination:
SFO - San Francisco International Airport
Distance:
2,615.00 miles


Airlines & Aircraft Used on DTW to SFO Flight Routes


Airline Carrier
Aircraft
Delta Air Lines
Saab SF340A/B
Jet Airways (India)
Airbus A330-300

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Top Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.