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$248+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Alaska

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — ANC
Jan 26 — Feb 21
Sun 1/26
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Alaska (USAK). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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$474
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$248
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Alaska
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Alaska
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Alaska. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 21, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/2710:05 amDTW - ANC
1 stop13h 43mSun Country Air
Sun 7/138:55 pmANC - DTW
1 stop8h 10mSun Country Air
Deal found 1/20$474
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 3/1211:15 amDTW - ANC
1 stop11h 49mDelta
Tue 3/181:46 pmANC - DTW
1 stop12h 32mDelta
Deal found 1/20$501
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/144:49 pmDTW - ANC
2 stops33h 48mAlaska Airlines
Fri 2/287:00 amANC - DTW
1 stop28h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$514
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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 2/184:49 pmDTW - KTN
1 stop19h 21mAlaska Airlines
Tue 2/255:41 pmKTN - DTW
1 stop18h 12mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$517
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Wed 9/178:15 amDTW - FAI
1 stop18h 40mAlaska Airlines
Sun 9/213:45 pmFAI - DTW
1 stop11h 02mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$521
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Wed 2/194:49 pmDTW - ANC
1 stop12h 07mHawaiian Airlines
Tue 2/252:34 amANC - DTW
1 stop9h 19mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 1/19$525
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Thu 10/27:00 amDTW - FAI
2 stops11h 13mDelta
Tue 10/73:10 pmFAI - DTW
1 stop11h 14mDelta
Deal found 1/19$526
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 10/244:55 pmDTW - ANC
1 stop9h 39mUnited Airlines
Wed 10/2911:55 pmANC - DTW
2 stops13h 02mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/19$527
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Tue 8/128:46 amDTW - ANC
1 stop15h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 8/199:50 pmANC - DTW
1 stop13h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/20$530
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Wed 2/194:49 pmDTW - ANC
1 stop12h 07mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/252:34 amANC - DTW
2 stops22h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/19$544
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/19. 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.
Fri 2/144:49 pmDTW - JNU
1 stop9h 05mAlaska Airlines
Fri 2/217:15 amJNU - DTW
1 stop28h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/19$594
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/20. 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.
Wed 6/47:00 amDTW - SIT
2 stops15h 16mAlaska Airlines
Sun 6/811:07 amSIT - DTW
2 stops38h 07mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 1/20$657

Find flights from Detroit to Alaska within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Alaska 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

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DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/27

10:05 am-7:48 pm

1 stop13h 43m

Anchorage

Sun 7/13

8:55 pm-9:05 am

1 stop8h 10m

$474

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/12

11:15 am-7:04 pm

1 stop11h 49m

Anchorage

Tue 3/18

1:46 pm-6:18 am

1 stop12h 32m

$501

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/14

4:49 pm-10:37 pm

2 stops33h 48m

Anchorage

Fri 2/28

7:00 am-3:53 pm

1 stop28h 53m

$514

DetroitKetchikan

DTW - KTN

DTWKTN

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/18

4:49 pm-8:10 am

1 stop19h 21m

Ketchikan

Tue 2/25

5:41 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop18h 12m

$517

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/19

4:49 pm-12:56 am

1 stop12h 07m

Anchorage

Tue 2/25

2:34 am-3:53 pm

1 stop9h 19m

$525

DetroitJuneau

DTW - JNU

DTWJNU

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/19

4:49 pm-9:54 pm

1 stop9h 05m

Juneau Intl

Wed 2/26

7:14 am-3:53 pm

2 stops28h 39m

$529

DetroitFairbanks

DTW - FAI

DTWFAI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/7

4:49 pm-2:20 pm

2 stops25h 31m

Fairbanks

Mon 3/10

5:08 am-3:53 pm

2 stops30h 45m

$533

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/19

4:49 pm-12:56 am

1 stop12h 07m

Anchorage

Tue 2/25

2:34 am-5:16 am

2 stops22h 42m

$544

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/8

5:00 am-7:22 pm

1 stop18h 22m

Anchorage

Fri 3/14

1:34 am-3:53 pm

1 stop10h 19m

$555

DetroitAnchorage

DTW - ANC

DTWANC

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/2

9:20 am-4:44 pm

1 stop11h 24m

Anchorage

Sat 5/10

11:44 pm-4:53 pm

2 stops13h 09m

$606

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Alaska

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Alaska

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 DTW to AK?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Alaska. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 21, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Rainfall in Alaska by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Alaska ranges from 0.5 - 3.3 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.3 in. April is typically the driest time to visit Alaska when rainfall is around 0.5 in.

Temperature in Alaska by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Alaska, 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 59.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Alaska

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Alaska. 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 Alaska. Reviews last updated January 21, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, American Airlines and Alaska Airlines from Detroit to Alaska by reading reviews from past customers. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,521 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,334 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,982 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,696 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Alaska?

    If you book a flight to Alaska from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sun Country Air, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $248. Delta flights start at $261 while deals on American Airlines start at $266 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska?

    When deciding which route to take from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Anchorage, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Fairbanks or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Juneau Intl as they are the most popular.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $758. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Anchorage) can be booked for $474 on average our data indicates $871 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Alaska that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Alaska?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Alaska?

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska (average of $456). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Alaska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $688). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Alaska

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Alaska. 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 21, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$372Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
DeltaCheapest$437Average$707FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$467Average$716FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$478Average$714FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$564Average$722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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