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$48+ Cheap flights from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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IAH — DTW
Apr 2 — Apr 91
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from George Bush Intcntl (IAH) 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 28, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$108
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$346

Good round-trip deal

$155 or less

Good one-way deal

$115 or less
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Cheapest flights from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 28, 2025.

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.
Fri 4/184:49 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 45mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/129:47 pmDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/26$108
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.
Sat 6/146:28 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop5h 13mAmerican Airlines
Sat 6/217:31 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/27$219
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.
Sun 6/15:25 amIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mDelta
Sat 6/78:45 pmDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 02mDelta
Deal found 3/27$229
This Booking.com 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 3/3110:00 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop14h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/711:51 amDTW - IAH
1 stop7h 13mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$245
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.
Fri 5/166:00 amIAH - DTW
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Sun 5/182:28 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop10h 25mFrontier
Deal found 3/27$248
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Fri 4/257:59 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop3h 00mUnited Airlines
Sun 4/278:30 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/27$309

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/18

4:49 pm-8:34 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

9:47 pm-11:56 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

$108

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/14

6:28 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/21

7:31 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 28m

$219

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 6/1

5:25 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/7

8:45 pm-10:47 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

$229

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 3/31

10:00 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop14h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/7

11:51 am-6:04 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$245

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/16

6:00 am-1:28 pm

1 stop6h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

2:28 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop10h 25m

$248

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 4/25

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/27

8:30 am-10:43 am

Nonstop3h 13m

$309

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 5/30

5:54 pm-5:14 am

2 stops34h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/3

4:53 pm-6:20 am

1 stop14h 27m

$559

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 4/30

4:45 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

$48

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sun 4/6

5:26 pm-4:44 am

1 stop10h 18m

$119

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 6/7

5:25 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$139

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit in March.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
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eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
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FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
IAH

Check the IAH website for current security checkpoint wait times to ensure a smooth departure.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
DTW

For quick access to Downtown Detroit, use the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) for a comfortable ride with Wi-Fi and charging ports.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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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 George Bush Intcntl to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 IAH to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 49% on flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

Weekly flight availability from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from George Bush Intcntl 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 IAH to DTW are scheduled on a Friday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Delta and United Airlines from Houston to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Houston George Bush Intcntl?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), located 17.3 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Detroit. 5 airlines have flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Houston George Bush Intcntl on a regular basis. Booking flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 14 inbound flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $108. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $219, and Delta, from $229. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 55% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $48 on Spirit Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Frontier from $119 and Delta from $139 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Spirit Airlines (91%), Virgin Australia (89%) and Korean Air (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,340 for a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $55 while the most popular route, (Houston George Bush Intcntl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $99.

  • Can I find deals for flights from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

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  • Can I find deals for business class flights from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from George Bush Intcntl 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 Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston George Bush Intcntl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Houston George Bush Intcntl 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 5 airlines flying from George Bush Intcntl to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$84Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$193FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$387FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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