What is the cheapest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

The cheapest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego is to fly which costs $220 - $750 and takes 4h 39m.

What is the fastest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

The fastest way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $220 - $750.

Is there a direct bus between Detroit Airport (DTW) and San Diego?

No, there is no direct bus from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Metro Airport McNamara Terminal and arriving at San Diego via Dearborn, Chicago Bus Station, St Louis Bus Station and Los Angeles. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 11h.

Is there a direct train between Detroit Airport (DTW) and San Diego?

No, there is no direct train from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego. However, there are services departing from Dearborn and arriving at San Diego via Chicago Union Station and Fullerton Amtrak Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 5h.

How far is it from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

The distance between Detroit Airport (DTW) and San Diego is 1964 miles. The road distance is 2338.2 miles.

How do I travel from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego without a car?

The best way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego without a car is to train which takes 2 days 5h and costs $750 - $1,800.

Where do I catch the Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego bus from?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego bus services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Where do I catch the Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego train from?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, depart from Dearborn station.

Train, bus or fly from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

The best way to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego is to fly which takes 4h 39m and costs $220 - $750. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $750 - $1,800 and takes 2 days 5h, you could also bus, which costs $450 - $850 and takes 2 days 11h.

How long is the flight from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

The quickest flight from Detroit Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport is the direct flight which takes 4h 39m.

Where does the Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego bus arrive?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego bus services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

What is the time difference between Detroit Airport (DTW) and San Diego?

San Diego is 3h behind Detroit Airport (DTW). It is currently 12:28 AM in Detroit Airport (DTW) and 9:28 PM in San Diego.

Where does the Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego train arrive?

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego train services, operated by Amtrak, arrive at Chicago Union Station.

Can I drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

Yes, the driving distance between Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego is 2338 miles. It takes approximately 36h 40m to drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego.

Which airlines fly from Detroit Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport?

United Airlines, American Airlines, Delta and Southwest Airlines offer flights from Detroit Airport to San Diego International Airport Airport.

Where can I stay near San Diego?

There are 1886+ hotels available in San Diego.

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

Q: How long does it take to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego?

It takes approximately 4h 39m to fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN), including transfers and time at the airport.

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There are 8 ways to get from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego by plane, train (Amtrak), bus (Amtrak, Flixbus, Greyhound), car, or train

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Fly to San Diego International Airport
best
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN)plane DTW - SAN
4h 39m
$220–750
Fly to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport, train
cheapest
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Mcclellan–Palomar Airport (CLD)plane DTW - CLD
2. Take the train from Carlsbad Village Station to San Diego - Santa Fe Depottrain
10h 36m
$202–825
Train (Amtrak)
1. Take the train from Dearborn to Chicago Union Stationtrain
2. Take the train from Chicago Union Station to Fullerton Amtrak Stationtrain
3. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diegotrain
2d 5h
$762–1,752
Bus
1. Take the bus from Dearborn to Chicago Union Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Chicago Bus Station to St Louis Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from St Louis Bus Station to Los Angeles Union Stationbus
4. Take the bus from Los Angeles to San Diegobus
2d 11h
$457–822
Drive 2,324.6 mi
1. Drive from Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diegocar 2,324.6 mi
36h 40m
$425–613
Fly to Los Angeles International Airport, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)plane DTW - LAX
2. Take the train from Los Angeles to San Diegotrain
9h 31m
$219–613
Fly to John Wayne Airport Orange County, train
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to John Wayne Airport Orange County (SNA)plane DTW - SNA
2. Take the train from Fullerton Amtrak Station to San Diegotrain
10h 47m
$337–4,499
Fly to Tijuana International Airport
1. Fly from Detroit (DTW) to Tijuana International Airport (TIJ)plane DTW - TIJ
11h 33m
$249–986

Detroit Airport (DTW) to San Diego by bus and train (Amtrak)

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Distance: 1,952.7 mi
Duration: 4h 39m

What companies run services between Detroit Airport (DTW), USA and San Diego, CA, USA?

Delta, Southwest Airlines, and two other airlines fly from Detroit (DTW) to San Diego International Airport (SAN) every 3 hours. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Metro Airport McNamara Terminal to San Diego via Dearborn Transit Center, Dearborn, Chicago Union Station, and Fullerton Amtrak Station in around 2d 5h.

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