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$74+ Cheap flights from St. Louis to Detroit (STL - DTT)

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 — DTT
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Lambert-St Louis to Detroit All airports are usually found in January or June, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from St. Louis to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from St. Louis (STL) to Detroit (DTT). 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 20, 2024.

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$285
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One-way from

$74
(Frontier)
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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 20, 2024.

This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/195:50 amSTL - DTW
1 stop5h 10mSouthwest
Sun 1/127:00 amDTW - STL
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$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 11/19. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/35:21 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops15h 00mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/106:20 amDTW - STL
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$303
This Mytrip 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/129:50 amSTL - DTW
2 stops8h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/167:30 amDTW - STL
3 stops32h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$305
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/196:25 amSTL - DTW
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/257:15 amDTW - STL
1 stop4h 32mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/19$310
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/1911:51 amSTL - DTW
1 stop8h 26mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/266:35 amDTW - STL
1 stop5h 37mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$313
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Tue 12/35:02 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop19h 20mFrontier
Sat 12/72:00 pmDTW - STL
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$348

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 20, 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

5:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/12

7:00 am-5:00 pm

2 stops11h 00m

$289

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

5:21 pm-9:21 am

2 stops15h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/10

6:20 am-3:21 pm

1 stop10h 01m

$303

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/12

9:50 am-6:56 pm

2 stops8h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/16

7:30 am-3:21 pm

3 stops32h 51m

$305

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

6:25 am-1:30 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/25

7:15 am-10:47 am

1 stop4h 32m

$310

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

11:51 am-9:17 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/26

6:35 am-11:12 am

1 stop5h 37m

$313

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

Wed 12/18

11:45 am-7:20 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$74

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 12/3

5:21 pm-8:45 am

2 stops14h 24m

$109

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Thu 12/19

5:50 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$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*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 St. Louis-Detroit 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 flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from St. Louis-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on St. Louis-Detroit 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 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from St. Louis with our price prediction graph.
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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?

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.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from St. Louis to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit 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 DTT?

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 20, 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from St. Louis to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 29% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from St. Louis to Detroit

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 20, 2024.

The most flights from STL to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (15 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 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 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, 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 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with American Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Delta from St. Louis to Detroit have to say. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,174 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

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?

    You will need to book a flight from Lambert-St Louis to Detroit All airports if you want to fly from St. Louis to Detroit. At least 4 different airlines have flights from Lambert-St Louis (STL) to All airports (DTT) on a regular basis. There are 11 flights to Detroit from the St. Louis airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from STL to DTT to be around 1h 30m.

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

    Currently priced at $285, Delta will fly you from St. Louis to Detroit and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Spirit Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $289 and $303, respectively. These flights start at 15% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $74 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $109 and Southwest from $125 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from St. Louis to Detroit?

    Consider SkyWest Airlines (100%), Virgin Atlantic (99%) or WestJet (97%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from St. Louis to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from St. Louis to Detroit?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $150. While the most popular route (Lambert-St Louis - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $148 on average our data indicates $494 when flying from St. Louis to Detroit.

  • 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?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from St. Louis to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from St. Louis to Detroit 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 20, 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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