On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Detroit — San Francisco route. The distance between these cities is 3,367 km, and flight frequency reaches 25 flights per week.
Flights are operated by United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Ticket prices depend on the season and booking time, so we recommend using the price trend chart and checking information on how to get to Detroit airport and from San Francisco airport to the city center.
The table shows direct flights Detroit → San Francisco on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 4 h 57 min. Regular flights are operated by Delta and United Airlines. Departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport airports, arrivals at San Francisco International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Detroit — San Francisco by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 472 in F, and the most expensive are around AED 791 in r. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Detroit → San Francisco, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 745 | low | May | AED 722 | low | Sep | AED 829 | medium |
| Feb | AED 745 | low | Jun | AED 955 | high | Oct | AED 792 | low |
| Mar | AED 815 | medium | Jul | AED 1,001 | high | Nov | AED 862 | medium |
| Apr | AED 862 | medium | Aug | AED 931 | high | Dec | AED 955 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
San Francisco offers its warmest and driest weather in September, when average highs reach 24.4°C. December is considered the coolest and rainiest time, with daytime temperatures around 14.3°C and frequent precipitation.
The lowest flight prices from Detroit are recorded in September — AED 472. The peak price period occurs in June, when fares start AED 791.
November is the optimal choice for price and weather, with flight costs starting AED 478. We recommend avoiding bookings for the summer months if your priority is maximum budget savings.
There are approximately 25 flights per week on the Detroit — San Francisco route. The primary carriers providing steady service between these cities are United Airlines and Delta Air Lines. Most flights are direct, though connecting options through major US hubs are also available. You can find detailed information about departure times and aircraft types in the flight cards below.
Flights Detroit — San Francisco depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and arrive at San Francisco International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 3,367 km. A direct flight usually takes about 4 hours 30 minutes.
Regular flights between Detroit and San Francisco are operated by United Airlines and Delta Air Lines.
Yes, direct flights are available on this route, with a total of approximately 25 departures per week.
Flight prices change constantly. You can find the current minimum for the season in the low-price calendar and the price trend chart on this page.
Flights from Detroit arrive at San Francisco International Airport (SFO).
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