Detroit to San Diego (DTW–SAN) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–SAN is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines and Air France lead the route. The flight covers 1,953 miles in approximately 4h 15m. Beyond nonstop, 50 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DL Delta Air Lines | 28 | 321, 32Q, 739 | 4h15-5h08 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AF Air France | 18 | 321 | 4h51-5h07 | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · SAN: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in San Diego.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
DTW–SAN Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to SAN
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and San Diego International Airport (SAN) are connected by nonstop service from Air France and Delta Air Lines. With 46 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to SAN Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to SAN ranges from 4 hours 15 minutes to 5 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,953 miles (3,142 km). There are approximately 46 weekly flights outbound and 48 return, totaling 94 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
50 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via SDF. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.