San José del Cabo to Detroit (SJD–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
SJD–DTW is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 2,006 miles in approximately 4h 23m. Beyond nonstop, 35 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM Aeromexico | 8 | 319, 739 | 4h26-4h27 | – | SkyTeam | – |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 8 | 319 | 4h23-4h24 | – | SkyTeam | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
SJD: MST · DTW: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in San José del Cabo, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
Mexican passport holders need a B1/B2 visa to enter the United States. The visa is obtained through a US embassy or consulate and requires an in-person interview. B1/B2 visas are typically issued for 10 years with stays of up to 6 months per entry.
For land crossings within the border zone, a Border Crossing Card (BCC) is an alternative. The BCC costs USD 185 and is valid for 10 years. It allows entry up to 25 miles from the border in Texas and California, or 55 miles in New Mexico and Arizona. Travel by air or beyond the border zone requires a full B1/B2 visa with a valid passport.
DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.
Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.
Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.
SJD–DTW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from SJD to DTW
Los Cabos International Airport (SJD) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are connected by nonstop service from Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines. With 16 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
SJD to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from SJD to DTW ranges from 4 hours 23 minutes to 4 hours 27 minutes. The route covers a distance of 2,006 miles (3,229 km). There are approximately 16 weekly flights outbound and 15 return, totaling 31 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
35 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via PTK. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.