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Cheapest time to fly from Detroit to San Jose

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of January. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Flying Time5 h and 39 mWhen flying from Detroit to San Jose, this can take around 5 h and 39 m in flying time, however this flight duration can vary due to other factors

Cheapest flight$305The best price for flights from Detroit to San Jose offered by eDreams, which have been found by our customers in the last 3 days

Destination airportJuan Santamaria International AirportFor the route from Detroit to San Jose

Peak seasonMarchMarch is the busiest time to fly from Detroit to San Jose according to search data results from our customers

One-way average Price$562A flight from Detroit to San Jose at eDreams will cost around $562, this being based on prices of the previous 6 months of data

Best time to bookMarchFebruary is one of the most frequent times to fly to San Jose from Detroit according to real data from our customers

Airlines that fly from Detroit to San Jose

Spirit Airlines

Exchange rate

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Last revised on Thu, 10/29

Distance: 2,239 mi

Detroit airports

Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)How far from city center: 17 mi

San Jose airports

Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)How far from city center: 0 mi

Book a flight from Detroit to San Jose

Search nonstop and connecting flights from Detroit to San Jose (Costa Rica) with eDreams. Once your results load, sort them by schedule or price and book the flight that fits your plans best.

The lowest fare booked on this route over the past few days was $305. The price you see will depend on your travel dates and departure times.

A nonstop flight from Detroit to San Jose takes about 6 h and 44 m, while connecting flights take longer.

Airports and airlines between Detroit and San Jose

Plan your trip with confidence. Check out the airports on this route and compare operating airlines.

Departure airport: Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW)
Arrival airport: Juan Santamaria International Airport (SJO)

How to save on flights from Detroit to San Jose

A few tips to help you find cheaper flights from Detroit to San Jose:

Flexible dates: compare fares for two or three different departure days. Flying a day earlier or later can make a big difference in price.
Baggage allowance: check what is included in each fare before you book, so you don't get hit with extra fees at the airport.
Airports on your route: confirm which airports you're departing from and arriving at, especially if the city has more than one. This helps you plan your ground transportation and figure out the total cost of getting around.

For bigger savings, book a Flight + Hotel package to combine both in one booking and unlock exclusive discounts on your stay in San Jose. You can also save on a rental car by adding it to your booking.

Frequently asked questions about flights from Detroit to San Jose

On average, how much is the price of a flight from Detroit to San Jose?

When you fly from Detroit to San Jose the average price is $562. However, this price depends on many other factors such as seasonality or how far in advance the route has been booked.

For flights from Detroit to San Jose, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Detroit to San Jose is $305. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

When booking, when is the best time to get the best prices for flights from Detroit to San Jose?

The most popular months to book a trip from Detroit to San Jose are September, November and August, based on the searches of our customers.

When is the best time to travel from Detroit to San Jose?

The best time of the year to visit San Jose depends on lots of personal preferences, especially the price. Regarding popularity, December is the best month to fly to San Jose from Detroit in terms of searches from our customers, followed by March and February. If you prefer to avoid the busy season and get away from the crowds September, October and August are the months with fewer searches for Detroit - San Jose.

How long does the flight from Detroit to San Jose take?

Flight length from Detroit to San Jose is around 5 h and 39 m on average, at an average distance of 2,238.84 mi, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

Which airports have flights between Detroit and San Jose?

The main route from Detroit to San Jose is: Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Juan Santamaria International Airport(SJO). The following airlines fly this route:

Which airlines fly from Detroit to San Jose?

Air Canada

Frontier Airlines
Avianca

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