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$148+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SEA - 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 4/20. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DTW
Apr 18 — Apr 251
Fri 4/18
Fri 4/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or February, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$208
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$148
(Trip.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$361

Good round-trip deal

$341 or less

Good one-way deal

$184 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 13, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 5/16:00 amSEA - DTW
1 stop28h 43mFrontier
Mon 5/52:28 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop13h 16mFrontier
Deal found 4/12$208
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Mon 4/282:30 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop12h 23mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/68:00 amDTW - SEA
1 stop10h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/13$218
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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.
Tue 6/33:20 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop24h 34mSpirit Airlines
Fri 6/67:59 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop21h 26mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$231
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/2911:59 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop7h 05mSun Country Air
Mon 6/211:28 amDTW - SEA
1 stop26h 17mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/13$290
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 5/212:59 amSEA - DTW
1 stop10h 30mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/65:30 amDTW - SEA
1 stop10h 17mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/12$296
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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.
Tue 5/276:00 amSEA - DTW
Nonstop4h 13mDelta
Sat 5/315:59 pmDTW - SEA
Nonstop4h 56mDelta
Deal found 4/12$317
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/12. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/279:45 pmSEA - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mAlaska Airlines
Tue 6/34:53 pmDTW - SEA
Nonstop5h 00mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/12$337
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/299:45 pmSEA - DTW
Nonstop4h 29mHawaiian Airlines
Mon 6/27:00 amDTW - SEA
Nonstop4h 55mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 4/13$357

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 April 13, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/1

6:00 am-1:43 pm

1 stop28h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

2:28 pm-12:44 am

1 stop13h 16m

$208

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Mon 4/28

2:30 pm-5:53 am

1 stop12h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

8:00 am-3:20 pm

1 stop10h 20m

$218

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 6/3

3:20 pm-6:54 pm

1 stop24h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/6

7:59 pm-2:25 pm

1 stop21h 26m

$231

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/29

11:59 pm-10:04 am

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/2

11:28 am-10:45 am

1 stop26h 17m

$290

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 5/2

12:59 am-2:29 pm

1 stop10h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

5:30 am-12:47 pm

1 stop10h 17m

$296

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-1:13 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/31

5:59 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop4h 56m

$317

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/27

9:45 pm-5:14 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/3

4:53 pm-6:53 pm

Nonstop5h 00m

$337

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 5/29

9:45 pm-5:14 am

Nonstop4h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/2

7:00 am-8:55 am

Nonstop4h 55m

$357

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sun 4/20

9:12 am-4:44 am

1 stop16h 32m

$148

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 5/27

6:00 am-6:54 pm

1 stop9h 54m

$149

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

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

Use SEA Spot Saver for free security screening appointments to reduce wait times. Book online up to five days before your flight.

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DTW

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

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Detroit. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 49 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 Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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 April 13, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 30, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Seattle 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 April 13, 2025.

The most flights from SEA to DTW are scheduled on a Sunday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, 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 April 13, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Seattle 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,278 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,914 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
Hawaiian Airlines
7.9
Good
2,369 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,648 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,861 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2024

SEA - LAS

Seats were not that comfy especially for someone with big hips 😥

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from Seattle to Detroit, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) take 4h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit per day from 7 airlines.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $208. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Spirit Airlines, from $231, and Sun Country Air, from $290. Users have found that Frontier is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Seattle 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 $148. Users have also found prices from $149 and $159 on Spirit Airlines and Alaska Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing Hawaiian Airlines (96%), American Airlines (95%) or Japan Airlines (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $649 for a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $188.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Seattle 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 7 airlines flying from Seattle to Detroit

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 April 13, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$128Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$177Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$235Average$429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$249Average$425FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$301Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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