Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 4 hours 35 minutes.
Detroit is three hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC-4 timezone.
Flights from SFO to DTW start at 05:10 — the first with Delta Air Lines. The last departure is at 23:45 with Delta Air Lines. In total, there are 53 weekly San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights.
Your SFO to DTW flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.
Flying during a peak time such as August? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
Delta Air Lines has direct flights from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to tick off the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of United States if time allows.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines ranks as the top on-time carrier for SFO to DTW flights, with 82.33% of services reaching their destination on schedule.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between SFO and DTW include:
Denver International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
Eppley Airfield Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
R 1,706 is currently the lowest price for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. A return flight starts from R 3,412. These prices may change based on demand.
Get cheap tickets from SFO to DTW by booking six months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.
May is the cheapest month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest airfares for every month.
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Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 77.36% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
San Francisco International Airport is around 21 kilometres from central San Francisco. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey when using public transport will take about 45 minutes.
Taking an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and get some extra shut-eye) by picking one of these stays close to SFO:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Hit the road running by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's main sights.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
Travelling to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the most popular month for flights from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Detroit in February.
When reserving your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SFO to DTW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in United States waiting to be discovered once you've seen Detroit. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another favourite stop in United States. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.
