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

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2,006 mi airlines 16/wk
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  Flight Airline AC Dep Arr Dur OTP Sched  
DL1749
DL Delta
319
10:35 AM
MST T2
5:59 PM
EDT
4h 24m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM3976
AM Aeromexi
319
11:40 AM
MST T2
6:07 PM
EDT
4h 27m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL1999
DL Delta
319
12:32 PM
MST T2
7:55 PM
EDT
4h 23m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM4211
AM Aeromexi
739
1:10 PM
MST T2
7:36 PM
EDT
4h 26m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL1749
DL Delta
319
7:07 AM
EDT TM
9:30 AM
MST
5h 23m
M T W T F S S
Prices
AM3907
AM Aeromexi
739
8:38 AM
EDT TM
12:05 PM
MST
5h 27m
M T W T F S S
Prices
DL1998
DL Delta
319
9:13 AM
EDT TM
11:28 AM
MST
5h 15m
M T W T F S S
Prices

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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.

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San José del Cabo to Detroit
2 carriers, 16 flights/week nonstop.
2 Airlines 16 Flights/wk 2,006 mi 4h 23m nonstop +3h ahead 35 1-stop hubs

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

All carriers operating nonstop SJD–DTW service, compared side by side.
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
Aircraft on this route
319 Airbus A319 – AM, DL
739 Boeing 737-900 – AM
Alliance coverage
SkyTeam: AM + DL (16 flights/wk, 100%)
OTP based on airport-level delay snapshots. Duration ranges reflect seasonal/directional variation.

Weekly Schedule Pattern

Nonstop flight frequency by day of week, SJD to DTW direction.
Mon
2
flights
Tue
2
flights
Wed
2
flights
Thu
2
flights
Fri
2
flights
Sat
4
flights
Sun
2
flights
Departure time distribution
12 AM6 AM12 PM6 PM12 AM
Morning departures
Afternoon/evening departures
4
Nonstop flights
16
Outbound / wk
15
Return / wk

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SJD to DTW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
35
Hubs
~5h
Fastest
~42h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
1,952
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.

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
SJD → DTW
61%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Arriving
61%
Return
DTW → SJD
55%
Frequent delays expected. Consider flexible booking.
Departing
55%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DTW delays →

Travel Essentials

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

When it's 6:00 PM in San José del Cabo, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
2,006 mi / 3,229 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 4h 23m to 4h 27m.
Visa & Entry

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.

Getting from DTW

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.

Detroit Climate

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

Key statistics for the San José del Cabo to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance2,006 mi / 3,229 km
Flight time4h 23m to 4h 27m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)2
Weekly flights16 out / 15 return
1-stop connections35 hubs
Origin: SJD
IATA / ICAOSJD / MMSD
TimezoneAmerica/Mazatlan
Passengers/yr7.5M
Elevation374 ft / 114 m
Destination: DTW
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SJD to DTW flights.
Nonstop flights from Los Cabos International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport take approximately 4h 23m to 4h 27m. The route covers 2,006 miles.
2 airlines operate nonstop service: Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines.
There are approximately 16 nonstop flights per week from SJD to DTW. The return direction has about 15 weekly flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PTK, MTY, HPN, PBI, MIA, YYC, SMF, PDX, BNA, YUL, STL, ORD, MDW, IND, CLT, YYZ, DFW, SEA, LAX, MSP, DEN, IAH, SLC, PHX, MCI, AUS, LAS, EWR, SAN, ATL, MEX, JFK, SFO, SNA and FRA. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of San José del Cabo.
Yes, return flights from DTW to SJD 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 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.