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$269+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge (DTW - BTR)

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 5/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — BTR
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sat 3/8
Sat 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Baton Rouge

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Baton Rouge (BTR). 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 March 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$277
(Delta)

One-way from

$269
(American Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$339
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Baton Rouge
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Baton Rouge. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 3, 2025.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 3/156:14 pmDTW - BTR
1 stop5h 08mDelta
Wed 3/192:03 pmBTR - DTW
1 stop7h 20mDelta
Deal found 3/2$277
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/3. 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 3/1411:00 amDTW - BTR
1 stop7h 51mUnited Airlines
Mon 3/175:10 pmBTR - DTW
1 stop5h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/3$337
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/2. 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.
Sat 3/156:50 amDTW - BTR
2 stops10h 25mAmerican Airlines
Tue 3/185:41 amBTR - DTW
2 stops10h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/2$357

Find flights from Detroit to Baton Rouge within your budget

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Detroit

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Baton Rouge

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Price

DetroitBaton Rouge

DTW - BTR

DTWBTR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/15

6:14 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop5h 08m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Thu 3/20

6:00 am-12:13 pm

1 stop5h 13m

$277

DetroitBaton Rouge

DTW - BTR

DTWBTR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/14

11:00 am-5:51 pm

1 stop7h 51m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Mon 3/17

5:10 pm-11:57 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$337

DetroitBaton Rouge

DTW - BTR

DTWBTR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/15

6:50 am-4:15 pm

2 stops10h 25m

Baton Rouge Ryan

Tue 3/18

5:41 am-4:57 pm

2 stops10h 16m

$357

DetroitBaton Rouge

DTW - BTR

DTWBTR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/9

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop7h 25m

$269

DetroitBaton Rouge

DTW - BTR

DTWBTR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/10

5:13 pm-8:51 pm

3 stops28h 38m

$515

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 3/2

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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 Detroit to Baton Rouge in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Baton Rouge flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Baton Rouge flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Baton Rouge flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Baton Rouge 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Baton Rouge flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Baton Rouge

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 BTR?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Baton Rouge. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 3, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 31% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Baton Rouge by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Baton Rouge ranges from 3.4 - 6.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 6.0 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Baton Rouge when rainfall is around 3.4 in.

Temperature in Baton Rouge by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Baton Rouge, 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 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 51.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Baton Rouge

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Baton Rouge. 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 Baton Rouge. Reviews last updated March 3, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Baton Rouge to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,713 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8,070 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
8,679 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,713 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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
9,713 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

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 Baton Rouge. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge round-trip?

    Delta, at $277, was found to be the cheapest airline from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include United Airlines and American Airlines. Delta is priced at 29% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Baton Rouge?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Baton Rouge 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 Baton Rouge?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge (average of $334). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Baton Rouge in March is currently the most expensive (average of $455). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Baton Rouge

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Baton Rouge. 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 March 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$289Average$376FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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