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$62+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (STL - DTW)

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STL — DTW
Nov 5 — Nov 121
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or January, booked 66 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 31, 2024.

This FareScan deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FareScan is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/125:29 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops13h 55mSpirit Airlines
Fri 11/159:24 amDTW - STL
2 stops32h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/30$285
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/226:32 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop13h 11mFrontier
Sun 11/249:00 pmDTW - STL
1 stop11h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$298
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/31. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/36:00 pmSTL - DTW
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Mon 12/98:46 amDTW - STL
Nonstop1h 49mDelta
Deal found 10/31$299
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/39:30 amSTL - DTW
Nonstop1h 30mSouthwest
Fri 12/612:35 pmDTW - STL
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$300
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/2012:00 pmSTL - DTW
3 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/257:32 pmDTW - STL
2 stops21h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/275:00 amSTL - DTW
1 stop4h 14mAmerican Airlines
Fri 11/293:35 pmDTW - STL
1 stop4h 55mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 10/30$329
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/206:30 amSTL - DTW
2 stops10h 01mUnited Airlines
Mon 11/259:20 amDTW - STL
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/30$405
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/312:49 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops25h 31mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/94:21 pmDTW - STL
2 stops18h 25mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 10/29$952

Find flights from St. Louis to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

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STL - DTW

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Lambert-St Louis

Wed 1/22

6:46 pm-12:21 pm

1 stop16h 35m

$62

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/5

4:26 pm-4:42 pm

2 stops23h 16m

$122

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 11/29

9:50 am-6:37 pm

2 stops7h 47m

$138

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

8:05 am-10:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$150

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 11/29

6:30 am-1:23 pm

1 stop5h 53m

$159

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Fri 11/29

6:30 am-9:01 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$200

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 12/1

5:45 am-10:38 am

1 stop3h 53m

$266

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 11/23

6:32 pm-8:52 am

1 stop13h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/24

9:00 pm-7:41 am

1 stop11h 41m

$283

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 11/12

5:29 pm-8:24 am

2 stops13h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/15

9:24 am-4:34 pm

2 stops32h 10m

$285

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

6:00 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/9

8:46 am-9:35 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$299

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from St. Louis to Detroit in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*Cancellation Policy
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 starsCancellation PolicyAirline Policy

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from St. Louis to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 25, 2024.

The best time to book flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 49 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $256). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from STL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 31, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated October 31, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with United Airlines, Delta and Southwest from St. Louis to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,420 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,835 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,240 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,116 reviews

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from St. Louis to Detroit?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from Lambert-St Louis. Booking flights from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) should be relatively easy as there are 5 daily flights to Detroit from 4 different airlines. 1h 27m is how long a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • Can I find flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $118, but on average you can expect to pay $359.

  • Are there nonstop flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $300 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 2 direct flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport under $300. A good price for a nonstop flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is less than $299.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under $400?

    There are currently 4+ open flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport within the next 7 days for less than $400.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Days when nonstop flights are available for this flight are: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on average per day?

    On average, you can expect to see 6 flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport a day.
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  • How long is the flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Frontier, Spirit Airlines, and Delta can get you from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in just under 1h 34m. Your travel time can differ by up to 17h 46m. There are 442 mi between St. Louis and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $118 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $247 and $299 round-trip. These flights start at 62% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $62. Spirit Airlines flights start at $122 while deals on Southwest start at $150 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing WestJet (99%), Virgin Atlantic (98%) or Air France (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $783, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $150. The most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $253.

  • What does STL to DTW mean?

    This is defined as Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Codes like Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your St. Louis to Detroit flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from St. Louis to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter St. Louis to Detroit flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on St. Louis to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from St. Louis to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from St. Louis to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from St. Louis to Detroit offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on St. Louis to Detroit flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals updated?

    The St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 10/31.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $256). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 4 airlines flying from St. Louis to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,570,725 searches. Data last updated October 31, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$140Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$310FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$201Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$329FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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