Detroit to San José del Cabo (DTW–SJD) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to San José del Cabo
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Airlines 2,006 mi 5h 12m nonstop -3h behind 47 1-stop hubs

DTW–SJD is served by 1 airline with nonstop service. Delta Air Lines leads the route. The flight covers 2,006 miles in approximately 5h 12m. Beyond nonstop, 47 hubs offer 1-stop connections.

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Carriers on this route

Airline Landscape

All carriers operating nonstop DTW–SJD service, compared side by side.
Airline Freq/wk Aircraft Duration Dep OTP Alliance Codeshares
DL Delta Air Lines Also: AM 0 – – 78% SkyTeam AM
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: DL (0 flights/wk, 0%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.
Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DTW to SJD.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
47
Hubs
~6h
Fastest
~25h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,786
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
-3h
San José del Cabo is 3 hours behind Detroit.
DTW: EDT · SJD: MST

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in San José del Cabo.
Distance & Flight Time
2,006 mi / 3,229 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 5h 12m to 5h 27m.
Visa & Entry

US citizens enter Mexico visa-free for up to 180 days for tourism. Complete the immigration form (FMM) online or on arrival; the online version speeds up processing. Passport must be valid for the duration of stay.

Duty-free allowances: USD 500 in goods. Mexico prohibits importing certain foods and medications without documentation. Declare cash over USD 10,000.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
Getting to DTW

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.

Facts

DTW–SJD Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to San José del Cabo route.
Route details
Distance2,006 mi / 3,229 km
Flight time5h 12m to 5h 27m
Time difference-3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)1
1-stop connections47 hubs
Origin: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
Destination: SJD
Full nameLos Cabos International Airport
IATA / ICAOSJD / MMSD
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DTW to SJD flights.
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Los Cabos International Airport take approximately 5h 12m to 5h 27m. The route covers 2,006 miles.
1 airline operates nonstop service: Delta Air Lines. Plus 1 codeshare partner.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through DAL, TUL, MDW, IAD, SCF, IND, TEB, LAP, APF, VNY, LAS, SUS, SNA, FLL, PBI, BWI, QRO, YUL, MIA, HND, SJC, MTY, AUS, MCI, STL, SLC, MSP, PHX, DFW, BNA, SMF, IAH, ATL, LAX, PDX, JFK, SAN, ORD, CLT, YYC, FRA, EWR, SFO, MEX, DEN, SEA and YYZ. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
San José del Cabo is 3 hours behind Detroit.
Yes, return flights from SJD to DTW are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Flights from DTW to SJD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) are connected by nonstop service from Delta Air Lines.

DTW to SJD Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DTW to SJD ranges from 5 hours 12 minutes to 5 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,006 miles (3,229 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

47 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 6 hours via DAL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.