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$45+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Detroit (DTT)

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WAS — DTT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. to Detroit All airports are usually found in May or April, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

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FlightHub
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FlightHub
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This Kiwi.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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/185:53 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Mon 1/67:45 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop13h 25mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$87
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/77:00 pmBWI - DTW
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/910:33 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$95
This Cheapflightsfares 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/37:35 pmBWI - DTW
1 stop5h 02mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/47:30 amDTW - BWI
1 stop10h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$100
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/117:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop29h 12mFrontier
Sun 12/159:08 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop14h 53mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$146
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/185:28 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop23h 04mFrontier
Fri 12/2012:08 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$152
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 12/188:23 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Wed 1/17:16 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 11/20$189
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 12/186:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Wed 1/19:30 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 32mDelta
Deal found 11/20$189
This American 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/43:04 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 55mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/115:53 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$194
This United 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/2710:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/295:45 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$202
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/146:00 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Tue 12/1710:08 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Deal found 11/19$211
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Fri 12/1312:14 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop21h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 12/168:46 amDTW - IAD
1 stop22h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$212
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Wed 12/411:05 amDCA - DTW
1 stop5h 48mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/116:00 amDTW - DCA
1 stop4h 29mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$213

Find flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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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BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/14

4:22 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/17

7:25 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$77

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/10

7:16 pm-8:52 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

10:44 am-3:32 pm

1 stop4h 48m

$92

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 12/3

7:35 pm-12:37 am

1 stop5h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/4

7:30 am-5:41 pm

1 stop10h 11m

$100

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/10

7:19 pm-1:00 pm

1 stop17h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/12

8:47 am-4:56 pm

1 stop8h 09m

$138

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/10

7:00 am-8:08 pm

1 stop13h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/13

9:14 pm-12:01 pm

1 stop14h 47m

$139

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 1/14

9:55 am-11:39 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

9:45 pm-11:23 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/12

6:00 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/25

2:20 pm-3:53 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/4

3:04 pm-4:59 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/11

5:53 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$194

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/27

10:15 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/29

5:45 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$202

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/4

6:00 am-12:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/7

12:10 pm-6:01 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$206

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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

*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 Washington, D.C.-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 63 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Detroit flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 WAS to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 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 21, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Frontier, Spirit Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,173 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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 Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. 6 airlines have flights to All airports from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 41 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($77), Spirit Airlines ($100), and Delta ($189) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Frontier is currently priced 69% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $45 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $49 and JetBlue from $103 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Detroit are Baltimore/Washington - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Consider China Eastern (95%), Aeromexico (93%) or Copa Airlines (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Detroit is $105. On average you can expect to pay $940. The most popular route, (Baltimore/Washington - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $94.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Washington, D.C. 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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$23Average$87FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$93Average$177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$141Average$280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$166Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$168Average$275FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$185Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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