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$45+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (RDU - 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.
RDU — DTW
Mar 31 — Apr 71
Mon 3/31
Mon 4/7
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Raleigh-Durham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in June or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$125
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One-way from

$45
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Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$328

Good round-trip deal

$222 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 26, 2025.

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.
Tue 5/201:07 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mFrontier
Tue 5/274:26 pmDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 50mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$129
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/201:07 pmRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 56mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/225:14 pmDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$131
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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.
Thu 4/1011:29 amRDU - DTW
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/156:32 pmDTW - RDU
1 stop23h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/24$134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 4/245:55 amRDU - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Mon 4/287:05 amDTW - RDU
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 3/24$139
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.
Wed 5/1412:25 pmRDU - DTW
2 stops8h 45mSouthwest
Sat 5/175:45 amDTW - RDU
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 3/25$164
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 5/216:00 amRDU - DTW
1 stop6h 34mAmerican Airlines
Mon 5/266:00 amDTW - RDU
1 stop4h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$209
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.
Tue 4/159:50 amRDU - DTW
2 stops9h 00mUnited Airlines
Thu 4/175:40 amDTW - RDU
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$222
This JetBlue 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/65:45 pmRDU - DTW
1 stop5h 50mJetBlue
Mon 10/1312:15 pmDTW - RDU
1 stop4h 35mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$241

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

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RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 5/16

10:17 am-9:31 pm

1 stop11h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

5:14 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$125

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/20

1:07 pm-3:03 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/27

4:26 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$129

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 5/20

1:07 pm-3:03 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

5:14 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$131

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/24

9:51 am-11:33 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/27

7:05 am-8:47 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$139

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 5/14

12:25 pm-9:10 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/17

5:45 am-9:25 am

1 stop3h 40m

$164

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 4/17

7:23 pm-12:04 am

1 stop4h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/20

5:30 am-10:25 am

1 stop4h 55m

$199

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/15

9:50 am-6:50 pm

2 stops9h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/17

5:40 am-9:36 am

1 stop3h 56m

$222

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/15

7:55 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$45

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 53m

$59

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 4/26

5:55 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$99

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

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
RDU

RDU's security lines are efficient, with separate lanes for standard and TSA PreCheck in Terminal 1, and a combined lane in Terminal 2.

Read more about RDUby John Walton
DTW

For a quick ride to downtown Detroit, consider the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX), offering luxury buses with comfy chairs and free Wi-Fi.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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John Walton

John Walton

Expert on RDU

John Walton

John Walton

Independent aviation journalist John Walton took his first flight at eight weeks old and hasn’t stopped travelling since. A world-renowned expert in airlines and the passenger experience, he writes in depth on aviation, is a resident expert on travel in Japan and France, and offers a uniquely queer perspective on travelling the world.

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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 Raleigh to Detroit

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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.

It’s optimal to fly from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 67% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Raleigh 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 RDU to DTW are scheduled on a Tuesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 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.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from Raleigh to Detroit have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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.
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,273 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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

Food

7.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.2

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 Raleigh 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 Raleigh to Detroit?

    To fly from Raleigh to Detroit, you need to book a flight from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Raleigh-Durham take 1h 42m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 14 outbound flights from Raleigh-Durham to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 5 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $125, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $129 and $139, respectively. These flights start at 56% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $45. Frontier flights start at $59 while deals on Southwest start at $85 one-way.

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

    Consider Korean Air (97%), Aeromexico (90%) or Delta (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    While on average a flight from Raleigh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is generally $1,492, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $79. When looking at the most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $136 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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$59Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$198Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$208Average$473FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$218Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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