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$79+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 4/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — DTW
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated March 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$160
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$79
(Frontier)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$308

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$121 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
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From District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($7 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Thu 4/247:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop30h 39mFrontier
Mon 4/282:39 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$160
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/2312:20 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Mon 4/289:45 pmDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 3/27$179
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/236:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 36mDelta
Wed 4/307:00 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/27$179
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 5/212:54 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Sun 5/255:25 pmDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Sat 4/511:11 amIAD - DTW
1 stop4h 55mFrontier
Tue 4/88:50 amDTW - IAD
1 stop8h 14mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 4/188:40 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mUnited Airlines
Mon 4/285:40 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$184
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/196:30 amDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Mon 4/281:05 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/26$199
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/185:15 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 20mJetBlue
Mon 9/2212:15 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop6h 29mJetBlue
Deal found 3/27$231
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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.
Fri 5/29:10 amIAD - DTW
1 stop5h 33mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/512:07 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop4h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$258
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Thu 4/2412:37 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop20h 06mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/11:56 pmDTW - IAD
2 stops31h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/27$302
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/27. 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 7/47:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 03mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/711:10 amDTW - DCA
1 stop4h 38mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$310

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Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 28, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/24

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop30h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

2:39 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop21h 30m

$160

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/23

12:20 pm-1:54 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

9:45 pm-11:10 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$179

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 4/23

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/30

7:00 am-8:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$179

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

2:54 pm-4:48 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/25

5:25 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$180

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/10

9:18 pm-8:29 pm

1 stop23h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/14

7:25 pm-8:45 am

1 stop13h 20m

$180

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/18

8:40 am-10:12 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

5:40 am-7:18 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$184

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 4/19

6:30 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

1:05 pm-6:05 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$199

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 9/18

5:15 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/22

12:15 pm-6:44 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$231

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 5/2

9:10 am-2:43 pm

1 stop5h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

12:07 pm-4:56 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$258

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/24

12:37 pm-8:43 am

1 stop20h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/1

1:56 pm-8:57 pm

2 stops31h 01m

$302

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from District of Columbia 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 DC to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 28, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 28, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 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 28, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from District of Columbia to Detroit, such as Southwest, Delta and Qatar Airways. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.
8.0
Very good

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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.

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

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 District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from District of Columbia, you will be flying to 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 District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $79. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Delta (87%), WestJet (87%) and KLM (86%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $1,823, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $81. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from District of Columbia 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 6 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 28, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$23Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$135Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$167Average$293FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$209Average$295FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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