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Lowest fare₹24,363Delta Air Lines
Fastest4h 45mgate to gate
Options found131flights on this route
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Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-734
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17H :06 M
1 Stop
SEA · 8h 59m Seattle (SEA), United States
22:51
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Delta Air Lines
Delta Air Lines
DL-728
12:40
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13H :11 M
1 Stop
SEA · 5h 14m Seattle (SEA), United States
22:51
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-302
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11H :30 M
1 Stop
DEN · 5h 33m Denver (DEN), United States
17:15
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-302
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14H :51 M
1 Stop
DEN · 8h 53m Denver (DEN), United States
20:36
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-302
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16H :45 M
1 Stop
DEN · 10h 48m Denver (DEN), United States
22:30
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1001
15:24
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10H :06 M
1 Stop
DEN · 4h 15m Denver (DEN), United States
22:30
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-3501
06:15
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11H :57 M
1 Stop
ORD · 5h 43m Chicago (ORD), United States
15:12
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-3501
06:15
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15H :19 M
1 Stop
ORD · 9h 03m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:34
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-3501
06:15
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19H :25 M
1 Stop
ORD · 13h 05m Chicago (ORD), United States
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-6465
07:00
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15H :18 M
1 Stop
ORD · 9h 05m Chicago (ORD), United States
19:18
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-6465
07:00
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17H :41 M
1 Stop
ORD · 11h 27m Chicago (ORD), United States
21:41
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-426
07:26
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10H :46 M
1 Stop
ORD · 4h 40m Chicago (ORD), United States
15:12
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-426
07:26
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14H :08 M
1 Stop
ORD · 8h 00m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:34
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-426
07:26
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18H :14 M
1 Stop
ORD · 12h 02m Chicago (ORD), United States
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-4103
10:22
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11H :56 M
1 Stop
ORD · 5h 45m Chicago (ORD), United States
19:18
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-4103
10:22
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14H :19 M
1 Stop
ORD · 8h 07m Chicago (ORD), United States
21:41
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-4749
10:48
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10H :46 M
1 Stop
ORD · 4h 31m Chicago (ORD), United States
18:34
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-4749
10:48
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14H :52 M
1 Stop
ORD · 8h 33m Chicago (ORD), United States
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-3536
12:35
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13H :05 M
1 Stop
ORD · 6h 54m Chicago (ORD), United States
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-3977
13:35
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11H :06 M
1 Stop
ORD · 4h 58m Chicago (ORD), United States
21:41
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-302
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9H :08 M
1 Stop
DEN · 9h 08m Denver (DEN), United States
00:19
2026-10-31
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
AA
American Airlines
AA-839
08:05
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6H :47 M
1 Stop
PHX · 0h 53m Phoenix (PHX), United States
11:52
2026-10-30
San Diego (CLD)United StatesCarlsbad
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces

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American Airlines
AA-1424
17:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7H :08 M
1 Stop
PHX · 1h 27m Phoenix (PHX), United States
21:53
2026-10-30
San Diego (CLD)United StatesCarlsbad
Non Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 2 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-5381
14:09
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11H :31 M
1 Stop
ORD · 5h 14m Chicago (ORD), United States
22:40
2026-10-30
San Diego (SAN)United StatesLindberg Fld S. Diego
Non Refundable 1 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-302
08:45
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7H :09 M
1 Stop
DEN · 1h 18m Denver (DEN), United States
12:54
2026-10-30
San Diego (CLD)United StatesCarlsbad
Non Refundable 3 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
United Airlines
United Airlines
UA-1001
15:24
2026-10-30
Detroit MI (DTW)United StatesDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8H :25 M
1 Stop
DEN · 2h 40m Denver (DEN), United States
20:49
2026-10-30
San Diego (CLD)United StatesCarlsbad
Non Refundable 9 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 0 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces

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Airfare Highlights

From flights departing on Fri, 30 Oct 2026.

Lowest fare ₹24,363 Delta Air Lines 08:45
Earliest departure ₹51,010 Delta Air Lines 05:20
Shortest duration ₹50,261 Delta Air Lines 12:35
Night 00:00-05:59 ₹51,010 Delta Air Lines at 05:20
Morning 06:00-11:59 ₹24,363 Delta Air Lines at 08:45
Afternoon 12:00-17:59 ₹24,363 Delta Air Lines at 12:40
Evening 18:00-23:59 ₹51,010 Delta Air Lines at 18:00

Departure & Arrival Airport Details

Detroit Mi (DTW)

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

United States

GMT -5

Latitude: 42.212398529052734

Longitude: -83.35340118408203

San Diego (SAN)

Lindberg Fld S. Diego

United States

GMT -8

Latitude: 32.7336006165

Longitude: -117.190002441

Distance: Detroit Mi (DTW), United States to San Diego (SAN), United States - 3,142.18 km
Flights shown for 30 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
Route forecast

Weather in Detroit Mi and San Diego

Live forecast for both cities, 12 Oct to 15 Oct.

Departure city

Detroit Mi

Thu, 15 Oct
17°CCloudyLow 9°
88% humidity 6 km/h wind 0.4 mm rain
  • Mon20° / 15°
  • Tue23° / 13°
  • Wed20° / 13°
Arrival city

San Diego

Thu, 15 Oct
22°CClear skyLow 15°
78% humidity 9 km/h wind
  • Mon22° / 18°
  • Tue20° / 13°
  • Wed20° / 16°

Forecast data from MET Norway, CC BY 4.0.

Smart travel dates

Holidays and peak dates for San Diego

Fares and hotel rates usually run higher around these dates. Booking earlier or moving your trip by a day or two often costs less.

Busiest periods: Summer travel (15 Jun – 31 Aug), Holiday season (18 Dec – 02 Jan).

  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctColumbus DayMonday
  • 12OctIndigenous Peoples' DayMonday
  • 11NovVeterans DayWednesday
  • 26NovThanksgiving DayThursday
  • 25DecChristmas DayFriday

Fixed-date national holidays. Festivals that follow the lunar calendar shift each year and are not listed here, so check the exact date for your travel year.

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How to travel Detroit Mi to San Diego

Ways to make this trip that you can book on FlyX, compared by price and journey time.

OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹50,2614h 45m3 flights
Connecting flight₹24,363Longer, includes a stop128 options

Air distance is about 3,142 km. 3 airlines operate this route.

Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.

Airlines flying from Detroit Mi to San Diego

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Delta Air Lines Flights

from ₹24,36352 flights
Fares from
₹24,363
Non-stop
3 in these results
Departures
52 in the list above

United Airlines Flights

from ₹32,56042 flights
Fares from
₹32,560
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
42 in the list above

American Airlines Flights

from ₹32,65737 flights
Fares from
₹32,657
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
37 in the list above

Route Overview & Flight Facts

Fastest flight duration4h 45m · Delta Air Lines
First departure of the day05:20 · Delta Air Lines
Last departure of the day20:18 · Delta Air Lines
Flight options found131
Direct / non-stop options3
Airport codesDetroit Mi–DTW, San Diego–SAN

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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights

Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration

The search for Fri, 30 Oct found 131 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 05:20 and the last around 20:18. The fastest flight takes about 4h 45m.

Morning vs Evening Departure Fares

Lowest fare by departure window: Morning from ₹24,363, Afternoon from ₹24,363, Night from ₹51,010, Evening from ₹51,010. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is it worth booking Detroit Mi to San Diego flights in advance?

There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Detroit Mi to San Diego dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Friday at ₹24,363. This can change from week to week.

How far is Detroit Mi from San Diego by air?

The direct air distance between Detroit Mi (DTW) and San Diego (SAN) is about 3,142 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.

Are there non-stop flights from DTW to SAN?

Yes. 3 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Detroit Mi to San Diego. Use the Stops filter to see only those.

Which airlines fly Detroit Mi to San Diego?

Delta Air Lines, United Airlines and American Airlines are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.

How long is the flight from Detroit Mi to San Diego?

The quickest non-stop Detroit Mi to San Diego flight on this page takes about 4h 45m. Non-stop flights here take between 4h 45m and 4h 50m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.

What is the baggage allowance on Detroit Mi to San Diego flights?

Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.

What is the cheapest Detroit Mi to San Diego flight fare?

The lowest Detroit Mi to San Diego fare on this page is ₹24,363. Fares on the same dates run up to ₹104,370, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.

What time do Detroit Mi to San Diego flights depart?

On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 05:20 and the last around 20:18, local time at Detroit Mi. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.

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Airline seat inventory and fares change continuously. Selecting Book Now runs a live fare verification with the airline so the price you approve is the price you pay. If it has moved, you see the new figure before any payment.

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What to Expect When Booking Your Flight

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Approx route distance: 3,142.18 km.

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Lowest Detroit Mi to San Diego airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days

Cheapest FareFareDateAirlineDeparture
Lowest Airfare ₹24,363 30/10/2026 Delta Air Lines 08:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days ₹23,876 07/11/2026 Delta Air Lines 08:45
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days ₹23,145 06/01/2027 Delta Air Lines 08:45

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Detroit Mi to San Diego Flight Distance, Duration and Time

The aerial distance between Detroit Mi and San Diego is about 3,142 KM. In these results, journey times range from 4h 45m to 19h 25m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.

Detroit Mi to San Diego Flight Schedule and Timing

The search for these dates returned 131 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first departure from Detroit Mi is at 05:20 and the last is at 20:18. Flights leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and land at Lindberg Fld S. Diego.

Flight Route Details & Analysis

Flight DetailsInformation
RouteDetroit Mi to San Diego
Aerial Distance3,142 KM
Flight Duration4h 45m - 19h 25m
Airport CodesDetroit Mi - DTW, San Diego - SAN
Total Flights Available131 flights3 direct128 with layovers
First Flight DepartureDeparts at 05:20
Last Flight DepartureDeparts at 20:18
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)31 flights0 direct31 with layovers
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)45 flights1 direct44 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)30 flights1 direct29 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)24 flights1 direct23 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)1 flight0 direct1 with layover

Airport Information & Terminals

DTW: Detroit airport. Detroit airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.

SAN: San Diego airport. San Diego airport transfer should be matched to the exact hotel, suburb or meeting area. Rail can work well for light luggage, but late arrivals, winter weather and family baggage often make a direct cab or booked transfer easier.

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