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$61+ Cheap flights from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (CLT - DTW)

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.
CLT — DTW
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Charlotte Douglas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or May, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Charlotte to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Charlotte (CLT) to Detroit (DTW). 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 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$169
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$61
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$314

Good round-trip deal

$339 or less

Good one-way deal

$170 or less
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Cheapest flights from Charlotte to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Charlotte to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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.
Sat 5/104:46 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop7h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/175:18 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop20h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$169
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/510:01 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop9h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/122:08 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop10h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/26:36 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop13h 24mFrontier
Wed 4/166:09 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop15h 51mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$200
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/176:04 amCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Mon 4/217:00 amDTW - CLT
Nonstop1h 47mDelta
Deal found 3/25$243
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/21:00 pmCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/168:19 amDTW - CLT
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$264
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 6/37:00 amCLT - DTW
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Sat 6/76:50 amDTW - CLT
2 stops11h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$289
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 3/2610:46 amCLT - DTW
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 3/296:00 amDTW - CLT
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$305

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Charlotte 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Charlotte

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 5/10

4:46 pm-12:27 am

1 stop7h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

5:18 pm-1:58 pm

1 stop20h 40m

$169

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 4/5

10:01 pm-8:00 am

1 stop9h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/12

2:08 pm-12:27 am

1 stop10h 19m

$190

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/2

6:36 pm-8:00 am

1 stop13h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/3

9:08 pm-5:17 pm

1 stop20h 09m

$200

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Thu 4/17

6:04 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

7:00 am-8:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$243

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/2

1:00 pm-2:47 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/16

8:19 am-10:13 am

Nonstop1h 54m

$264

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 6/3

7:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/7

6:50 am-6:10 pm

2 stops11h 20m

$289

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 5/28

11:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop6h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/29

2:10 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$333

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 4/26

10:20 am-7:03 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$61

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 4/16

8:31 am-5:09 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$99

CharlotteDetroit

CLT - DTW

CLTDTW

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 4/22

1:14 pm-3:03 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$122

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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 Charlotte to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Charlotte-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 Charlotte-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Charlotte-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Charlotte-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 Charlotte-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 Charlotte to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Charlotte with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Charlotte to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 21, 2025.

Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 CLT to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Charlotte 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 March 26, 2025.

When flying from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 49% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Charlotte to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 23, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Charlotte to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 26, 2025.

The most flights from CLT to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (18 on average).

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 March 26, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Charlotte to Detroit. 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
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,891 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,608 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
7,878 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Charlotte 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 Charlotte to Detroit?

    You will need to book a flight from Charlotte Douglas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County if you want to fly from Charlotte to Detroit. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Douglas (CLT) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) on a regular basis. There are 24 flights to Detroit from the Charlotte airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from CLT to DTW to be around 1h 43m.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $169 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $208 and $243 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $61. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider Korean Air (98%), Aeromexico (95%) or KLM (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,425 for a flight from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $111 while the most popular route, (Charlotte Douglas - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $127.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Charlotte 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.

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Charlotte to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 Charlotte to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Charlotte 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated March 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$75Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$106Average$182FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$234Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$238Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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