Detroit

$47+ Cheap flights from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (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 4/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DFW — DTW
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or October, booked 26 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) 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 27, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$78
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$51
(Frontier)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$226

Good round-trip deal

$153 or less

Good one-way deal

$80 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Dallas/Fort Worth-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
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From Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price ($9 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/2610:27 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 41mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/310:05 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/25$78
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Mon 4/146:00 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 44mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/2110:05 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$88
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/186:00 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 44mFrontier
Mon 4/2110:44 amDTW - DFW
Nonstop3h 05mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$104
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/15:30 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 32mDelta
Wed 5/712:15 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 51mDelta
Deal found 3/26$204

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Dallas/Fort Worth

Fly to

Detroit

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Price

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 4/26

10:27 am-2:08 pm

Nonstop2h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

10:05 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$78

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/14

6:00 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

10:05 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

$88

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 4/18

6:00 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

10:44 am-12:49 pm

Nonstop3h 05m

$104

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 5/1

5:30 am-9:02 am

Nonstop2h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

12:15 pm-2:06 pm

Nonstop2h 51m

$204

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 4/27

5:30 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 38m

$47

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 4/21

6:00 am-9:44 am

Nonstop2h 44m

$51

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 5/28

6:40 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$154

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 5/26

5:25 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop5h 31m

$164

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Deals found on 3/26

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

The best insider tips for Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats offer a guaranteed empty middle seat for added comfort.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on, seat selection, and no cancellation fees.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
DFW

DFW offers a DART Orange Line connecting downtown Dallas to Terminal A, making public transit a viable option for reaching the airport.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
DTW

For quick access to downtown, use the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX). It offers luxury buses with comfy chairs, charging ports, and free Wi-Fi.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 26 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 DFW to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 27, 2025.

When flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 38% versus a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 27, 2025.

The most flights from DFW to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (35 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 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 27, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Dallas 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8.0
Very good

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit. 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 into for flights to Detroit from Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Dallas/Fort Worth; the airport handles an average of 26 inbound flights from Dallas/Fort Worth per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 4 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Dallas/Fort Worth. It is only a 17.3 mi journey from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Spirit Airlines, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Frontier and Delta. You may be able to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $51. Users have also found prices from $53 and $154 on Spirit Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Royal Jordanian (100%), China Eastern (92%) and Frontier (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The cheapest flight price from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $39. On average you can expect to pay $1,425. The most popular route, (Dallas/Fort Worth - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $66.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$68Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$71Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$153Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$172Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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