Flying from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Jump on a direct flight from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 3 hours 5 minutes.
Detroit is one hour ahead of San Antonio and follows the UTC-4 timezone.
Every week, there are 27 San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. To get going as early as possible, go for the 05:14 Delta Air Lines flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 16:36 with Delta Air Lines.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to catch your SAT to DTW flight.
During popular months like July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than usual. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
Getting to Detroit (and then exploring more of United States!) is a cinch with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline offers direct flights from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The airline that tops the list for bookings on this route is Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the most punctual carrier offering SAT to DTW flights. A dependable 88.31% of its services on this route land as scheduled.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to visit your chosen city. Some great stopovers between SAT and DTW include:
Lambert-St. Louis International Airport
Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Chicago Midway International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from San Antonio International Airport (SAT) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
At the moment, $116 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $277. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from SAT to DTW.
June is the cheapest month for flights from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you prefer to fly at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for every month.
You won't have to check every day to find out if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from SAT to DTW.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about San Antonio International Airport (SAT)
SAT is located at 9800 Airport Boulevard.
San Antonio International Airport scores top marks for its on-time performance. 83.17% of flights that depart SAT land on time.
Central San Antonio to San Antonio International Airport is approximately 19 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Taking public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 30 minutes.
Catching an early flight from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near SAT:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
The street address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. The drive time takes around 25 minutes.
Getting there on public transport typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from San Antonio International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SAT 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 explored once you've seen the sights of Detroit. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, popular attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Columbus is another standout destination in United States and is around 257 kilometres south of Detroit. No journey is complete without a visit to Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.