starting at $186
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A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from San Francisco to Detroit, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.
A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from San Francisco to Detroit:
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On the San Francisco — Detroit route, flights are operated only by United Airlines. This simplifies the choice for passengers, as all tickets come from a single trusted carrier. Our service lets you instantly check fares for upcoming dates and find the most advantageous option. The minimum ticket price starts at $186, making this trip affordable for a wide range of travelers. To save even more, we recommend booking early and keeping an eye on promotions — United Airlines regularly offers special deals.
starting at $186
San Francisco — Detroit
02/09/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA1781
starting at $617
San Francisco — Detroit
01/31/2026
Departure
Direct flight
UA1781
starting at $564
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The cheapest one-way flight from San Francisco to Detroit departs on 02/10/2026, is operated by United Airlines and costs $186
There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from San Francisco to Detroit
Fastest flight from San Francisco to Detroit takes 14h 13m
There are direct flights on this route 2 days a week: Mo and Sa
The distance between San Francisco and Detroit is 3358km (2082 miles). There are 40 direct flights from San Francisco to Detroit. The time difference between San Francisco and Detroit is 3h. Flights from San Francisco begin at 5:50 AM. The latest flight from San Francisco departs at 11:06 PM
The cheapest flight ticket from San Francisco to Detroit according to data for the last 48 hours costs $186
Often the best time to buy tickets from San Francisco to Detroit is 2 months before departure.
Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from San Francisco to Detroit can be found flying in these months: February, January.
The fastest flights from San Francisco to Detroit start from 14 hours 13 minutes in the air.
The following airlines operate direct flights on the route San Francisco — Detroit: United Airlines
The cost of a one-way flight from San Francisco to Detroit ranges from $186 (February 2026) to $513 (January 2026). On average, the ticket price is about $349–$513.
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