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$216+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to The Big Island

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 4/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — KOA
Apr 9 — Apr 161
Wed 4/9
Wed 4/16
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to The Big Island

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Round-trip from

$399
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$216
(United Airlines)

Popular in

June

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April

Average price

$501
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to The Big Island
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to The Big Island. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 4, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 5/78:30 amDTW - KOA
1 stop13h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 5/1411:04 pmKOA - DTW
1 stop11h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/4$399
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/295:13 pmDTW - KOA
2 stops19h 12mAlaska Airlines
Tue 5/137:00 pmKOA - DTW
2 stops28h 11mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/3$409
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 4/237:56 amDTW - KOA
1 stop12h 24mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/301:42 pmKOA - DTW
2 stops13h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$436
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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.
Mon 4/288:30 amDTW - KOA
1 stop15h 09mDelta
Tue 5/139:39 pmKOA - DTW
1 stop15h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/4$453
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/147:10 amDTW - KOA
1 stop14h 14mHawaiian Airlines
Thu 9/1810:33 amKOA - DTW
1 stop12h 36mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/4$549
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 4/255:57 pmDTW - ITO
2 stops43h 03mUnited Airlines
Tue 4/298:25 amITO - DTW
2 stops24h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/3$835
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 4/910:00 amDTW - ITO
1 stop15h 10mDelta
Tue 4/159:30 amITO - DTW
1 stop13h 54mDelta
Deal found 4/4$861
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/4. 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 7/157:00 amDTW - ITO
2 stops16h 38mAlaska Airlines
Tue 7/228:36 amITO - DTW
2 stops14h 27mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/4$940
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/237:00 amDTW - ITO
2 stops17h 00mMultiple Airlines
Sun 4/276:40 pmITO - DTW
2 stops16h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,463
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/3. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/217:56 amDTW - ITO
2 stops15h 04mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/297:55 pmITO - DTW
2 stops13h 39mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/3$1,936

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island that are best for you.

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Detroit

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The Big Island

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitKailua-Kona

DTW - KOA

DTWKOA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

8:30 am-3:35 pm

1 stop13h 05m

Kona Intl

Wed 5/14

11:04 pm-4:37 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$399

DetroitKailua-Kona

DTW - KOA

DTWKOA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/29

5:13 pm-6:25 am

2 stops19h 12m

Kona Intl

Tue 5/13

7:00 pm-5:11 am

2 stops28h 11m

$409

DetroitKailua-Kona

DTW - KOA

DTWKOA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

7:56 am-2:20 pm

1 stop12h 24m

Kona Intl

Wed 4/30

1:42 pm-9:19 am

2 stops13h 37m

$436

DetroitKailua-Kona

DTW - KOA

DTWKOA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

8:30 am-5:39 pm

1 stop15h 09m

Kona Intl

Tue 5/13

9:39 pm-7:09 pm

1 stop15h 30m

$453

DetroitHilo

DTW - ITO

DTWITO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/25

5:57 pm-7:00 am

2 stops43h 03m

Hilo Intl

Tue 4/29

8:25 am-3:02 pm

2 stops24h 37m

$835

DetroitHilo

DTW - ITO

DTWITO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/9

10:00 am-7:10 pm

1 stop15h 10m

Hilo Intl

Tue 4/15

9:30 am-5:24 am

1 stop13h 54m

$861

DetroitHilo

DTW - ITO

DTWITO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-7:20 pm

2 stops18h 20m

Hilo Intl

Tue 4/29

6:30 pm-4:17 pm

2 stops15h 47m

$1,262

DetroitHilo

DTW - ITO

DTWITO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

7:00 am-6:00 pm

2 stops17h 00m

Hilo Intl

Sun 4/27

6:40 pm-4:49 pm

2 stops16h 09m

$1,463

DetroitHilo

DTW - ITO

DTWITO

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

7:56 am-5:00 pm

2 stops15h 04m

Hilo Intl

Tue 4/29

7:55 pm-3:34 pm

2 stops13h 39m

$1,936

DetroitKailua-Kona

DTW - KOA

DTWKOA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/26

8:40 am-3:35 pm

1 stop12h 55m

$216

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to The Big Island

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 FUI?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to The Big Island. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated April 4, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island as you normally would.

Rainfall in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in The Big Island ranges from 1.6 - 2.8 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.8 in. February is typically the driest time to visit The Big Island when rainfall is around 1.6 in.

Temperature in The Big Island by month

Plan your trip to The Big Island by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to The Big Island, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 77.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 71.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing The Big Island

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to The Big Island. 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 The Big Island. Reviews last updated April 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and Hawaiian Airlines from Detroit to The Big Island by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,837 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,899 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,353 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
8,618 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
9,837 reviews

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to The Big Island?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport most travelers will use when flying to The Big Island from Detroit.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island are United Airlines ($216), Delta ($242), and Alaska Airlines ($257).

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island?

    When deciding which route to take from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Kona Intl, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Hilo Intl or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Waimea (Big Island) Waimea Kohala as they are the most popular.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to The Big Island that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to The Big Island?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to The Big Island?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to The Big Island 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 The Big Island?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island (average of $409). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to The Big Island in June is currently the most expensive (average of $624). 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 Detroit to The Big Island

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to The Big Island. 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 April 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$368Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$372Average$641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$377Average$646FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$455Average$871FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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