District of Columbia

$82+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to District of Columbia

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DTW — IAD
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to District of Columbia

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$171
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$82
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$282

Good round-trip deal

$234 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price ($31 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia.
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to District of Columbia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2025.

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.
Tue 5/66:42 amDTW - DCA
1 stop8h 05mAmerican Airlines
Tue 5/138:21 amDCA - DTW
1 stop8h 59mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/25$171
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/39:40 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Wed 5/79:40 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 28mDelta
Deal found 3/25$179
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/227:05 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Mon 5/266:00 amDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/25$179
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/104:26 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop7h 37mFrontier
Sat 6/146:10 amIAD - DTW
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 3/26$180
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 7/156:00 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Mon 8/255:10 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop4h 52mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/26$190
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/36:45 amDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 25mSouthwest
Mon 5/56:05 amDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/24$199
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.
Fri 4/252:39 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop21h 30mFrontier
Sun 4/277:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop30h 39mFrontier
Deal found 3/25$200
This JetBlue Airways 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 Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:15 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop6h 29mJetBlue
Mon 10/136:30 amDCA - DTW
1 stop5h 00mJetBlue
Deal found 3/25$207
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.
Thu 7/249:45 amDTW - DCA
1 stop4h 37mUnited Airlines
Mon 7/2810:10 amDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 41mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/25$236
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 4/2310:12 amDTW - IAD
1 stop6h 10mAmerican Airlines
Sun 4/275:00 amIAD - DTW
1 stop4h 19mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/26$258
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 5/136:00 amDTW - IAD
3 stops29h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/1512:49 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop28h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$297

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

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/6

6:42 am-2:47 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 5/13

8:21 am-5:20 pm

1 stop8h 59m

$171

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

9:40 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 5/5

9:20 am-10:53 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$179

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

7:05 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/26

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$179

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

4:26 pm-12:03 am

1 stop7h 37m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 6/14

6:10 am-3:14 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$180

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 8/25

5:10 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop4h 52m

$190

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

6:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop5h 25m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/5

6:05 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$199

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/25

2:39 pm-12:09 pm

1 stop21h 30m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 4/27

7:00 am-1:39 pm

1 stop30h 39m

$200

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/10

11:26 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 27m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 6/14

3:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$207

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/23

10:12 am-4:22 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 4/27

5:00 am-9:19 am

1 stop4h 19m

$258

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/3

9:24 pm-11:47 am

1 stop14h 23m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 5/7

12:55 pm-7:49 pm

3 stops30h 54m

$271

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 DTW to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated March 27, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to District of Columbia. 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 27, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to USDC are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in District of Columbia ranges from 2.6 - 4.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.0 in. February is typically the driest time to visit District of Columbia when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in District of Columbia by month

Plan your trip to District of Columbia by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to District of Columbia, 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 80.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 35.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated March 27, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta and Avelo Airlines from Detroit to District of Columbia have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.
8.0
Very good

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.1

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    For a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $90 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $90 and Frontier from $97 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    Consider CommutAir (100%), ANA (100%) or Republic Airways (100%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,916 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $89 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to District of Columbia 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia (average of $309). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia in June is currently the most expensive (average of $385). 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 Detroit to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to District of Columbia. 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 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$26Average$112FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$88Average$210FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$140Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$272FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$346FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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