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$106+ Cheap flights from Iowa 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DSM — DTW
Apr 5 — Apr 121
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Cheap flight deals from Iowa to Detroit

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$230
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$106
(CheapOair)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$602

Good round-trip deal

$368 or less

Good one-way deal

$224 or less
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From Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price ($52 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($13 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
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Cheapest flights from Iowa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Iowa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 31, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/31. 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 5/19:02 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Sun 5/42:28 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop6h 34mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$230
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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.
Mon 4/2811:38 amOMA - DTW
2 stops25h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 5/57:00 amDTW - OMA
1 stop12h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$276
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/30. 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 7/212:00 pmOMA - DTW
Nonstop2h 00mDelta
Tue 7/297:55 pmDTW - OMA
Nonstop2h 01mDelta
Deal found 3/30$279
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Fri 7/47:00 amCID - DTW
1 stop3h 43mDelta
Sat 7/127:00 amDTW - CID
1 stop5h 24mDelta
Deal found 3/30$287
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Thu 5/153:45 pmDSM - DTW
2 stops16h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/225:18 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$289
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Sat 6/78:38 pmDSM - DTW
1 stop27h 06mFrontier
Mon 6/166:00 amDTW - DSM
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Deal found 3/31$299
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Wed 4/303:28 pmOMA - DTW
1 stop5h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 5/37:32 amDTW - OMA
2 stops9h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$304
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Thu 5/112:15 pmOMA - DTW
2 stops7h 45mSouthwest
Sun 5/47:30 pmDTW - OMA
1 stop5h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 3/31$318
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Tue 5/1311:51 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 27mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/2011:17 amDTW - DSM
1 stop3h 31mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$326
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Tue 5/1311:26 amDSM - DTW
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Tue 5/205:55 pmDTW - DSM
1 stop4h 57mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/30$327
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Sat 4/191:37 pmCID - DTW
1 stop7h 56mAmerican Airlines
Mon 4/215:21 pmDTW - CID
1 stop5h 38mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/31$337
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Mon 4/145:47 pmCID - DTW
1 stop16h 49mMultiple Airlines
Fri 4/185:00 amDTW - CID
1 stop12h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/30$340

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Iowa 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 31, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Iowa

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/1

9:02 pm-1:43 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/4

2:28 pm-8:02 pm

1 stop6h 34m

$230

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 4/28

11:38 am-2:08 pm

2 stops25h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

7:00 am-6:52 pm

1 stop12h 52m

$276

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Mon 7/21

2:00 pm-5:00 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/29

7:55 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop2h 01m

$279

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Fri 7/4

7:00 am-11:43 am

1 stop3h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/12

7:00 am-11:24 am

1 stop5h 24m

$287

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 5/15

3:45 pm-9:10 am

2 stops16h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

5:18 pm-1:53 pm

1 stop21h 35m

$289

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Sat 6/7

8:38 pm-12:44 am

1 stop27h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/16

6:00 am-7:53 pm

1 stop14h 53m

$299

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Wed 4/30

3:28 pm-10:17 pm

1 stop5h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

7:32 am-4:18 pm

2 stops9h 46m

$304

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 5/1

12:15 pm-9:00 pm

2 stops7h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/4

7:30 pm-12:25 am

1 stop5h 55m

$318

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Tue 5/13

11:51 am-5:18 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

11:17 am-1:48 pm

1 stop3h 31m

$326

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Tue 5/13

11:26 am-4:53 pm

1 stop4h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/20

5:55 pm-9:52 pm

1 stop4h 57m

$327

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Best time to book a flight from Iowa to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Iowa 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 31, 2025.

When flying from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Iowa 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 31, 2025.

The most flights from USIA to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (12 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 31, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Iowa 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.

Entertainment

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

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 Iowa 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 Iowa?

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

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Iowa 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 $106. However, be on the lookout for offers from American Airlines and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: Aeromexico (100%), KLM (95%), Korean Air (95%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $163. On average you can expect to pay $1,424. The most popular route, (Omaha Eppley Airfield - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $276.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Iowa 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 Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Iowa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Iowa 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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Alternative routes for Iowa to Detroit

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Top 3 airlines flying from Iowa to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$228Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$228Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$288Average$514FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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