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$74+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (STL - 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
STL — DTW
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or August, booked 11 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) 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 November 21, 2024.

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One-way from

$74
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Cheapest flights from St. Louis to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from St. Louis to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Thu 12/195:40 amSTL - DTW
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sun 12/225:50 amDTW - STL
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$289
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/183:26 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 04mDelta
Mon 12/304:15 pmDTW - STL
Nonstop1h 44mDelta
Deal found 11/20$290
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Sat 12/144:26 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops15h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/165:37 pmDTW - STL
2 stops22h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$296
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/21. 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 12/215:58 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop5h 16mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/288:18 amDTW - STL
1 stop4h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/21$318
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/39:50 amSTL - DTW
2 stops7h 47mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/47:19 pmDTW - STL
2 stops21h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$323
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Tue 12/35:02 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop19h 20mFrontier
Sat 12/72:00 pmDTW - STL
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$348
This United deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/135:40 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop4h 49mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/156:00 amDTW - STL
2 stops9h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$434
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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.
Thu 12/51:36 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops24h 44mAlaska Airlines
Mon 12/911:03 amDTW - STL
2 stops13h 56mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$1,102

Find flights from St. Louis to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from St. Louis 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.

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St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 1/21

2:05 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/26

8:40 am-9:36 am

Nonstop1h 56m

$285

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

5:40 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/22

5:50 am-1:55 pm

2 stops9h 05m

$289

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/14

4:26 pm-9:21 am

2 stops15h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/16

5:37 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops22h 44m

$296

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 1/25

6:30 am-4:56 pm

2 stops9h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/28

7:15 am-12:16 pm

1 stop6h 01m

$315

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sat 12/21

5:58 pm-12:14 am

1 stop5h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/28

8:18 am-11:21 am

1 stop4h 03m

$318

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

9:50 am-6:37 pm

2 stops7h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/4

7:19 pm-3:21 pm

2 stops21h 02m

$323

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

5:02 pm-1:22 pm

1 stop19h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/7

2:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop9h 46m

$348

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 3/20

7:00 am-10:47 pm

2 stops14h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/23

1:14 pm-1:52 pm

2 stops25h 38m

$1,047

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/18

11:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$74

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Wed 12/25

10:16 am-5:55 pm

1 stop6h 39m

$125

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Compare providers for flights from St. Louis to Detroit

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 St. Louis to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 St. Louis-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 St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-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 St. Louis-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from St. Louis to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from St. Louis to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from St. Louis to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 11 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 St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 STL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from St. Louis 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 November 21, 2024.

The most flights from STL to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (16 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 November 21, 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, Southwest and Spirit Airlines from St. Louis 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

7.7

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from St. Louis 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 St. Louis to Detroit?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from Lambert-St Louis. Booking flights from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) should be relatively easy as there are 11 daily flights to Detroit from 4 different airlines. 1h 27m is how long a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $285 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Spirit Airlines, starting at $289 and $296 round-trip. These flights start at 10% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $74. American Airlines flights start at $125 while deals on Spirit Airlines start at $128 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing SkyWest Airlines (100%), Virgin Atlantic (99%) or WestJet (97%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $494, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $150. The most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $148.

  • Can I find deals for flights from St. Louis to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 4 airlines flying from St. Louis to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from St. Louis 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$140Average$209FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$201Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$246Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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