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$45+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — WAS
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. are usually found in April or June, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

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

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.
Fri 12/1310:33 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 33mFrontier
Mon 12/167:21 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 36mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$66
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.
Mon 12/910:33 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 pmBWI - DTW
1 stop5h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$97
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.
Mon 12/95:38 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop5h 45mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/117:00 pmBWI - DTW
1 stop5h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$121
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.
Thu 12/121:12 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop22h 49mFrontier
Mon 12/167:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop13h 08mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$157
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.
Thu 12/192:00 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Thu 12/266:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Deal found 11/20$189
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/137:00 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Mon 12/168:23 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Deal found 11/21$189
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.
Sat 12/215:45 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Fri 12/2710:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$198
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.
Thu 12/1911:42 amDTW - DCA
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/65:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$208
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.
Tue 12/105:53 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 47mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/117:37 amDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$211
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/149:00 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Mon 12/166:00 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 46mDelta
Deal found 11/21$211
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.
Tue 12/174:45 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop14h 55mFrontier
Thu 12/193:02 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$218
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.
Mon 12/96:10 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mSouthwest
Wed 12/118:00 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$246

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

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

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/13

10:33 am-12:06 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 12/16

7:21 pm-8:57 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$66

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

10:44 am-3:32 pm

1 stop4h 48m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/27

6:33 pm-8:16 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$94

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/9

5:38 pm-11:23 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/11

7:00 pm-12:09 am

1 stop5h 09m

$121

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/23

1:21 pm-12:06 pm

1 stop22h 45m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 1/25

6:00 pm-8:14 pm

1 stop26h 14m

$156

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/19

2:00 pm-3:35 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 12/28

6:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/13

7:00 am-8:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/16

8:23 pm-10:06 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/21

5:45 am-7:28 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/27

10:15 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$198

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/19

11:42 am-4:25 pm

1 stop4h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 1/6

5:00 pm-11:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$208

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/19

6:16 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/26

10:00 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$209

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/8

9:45 pm-11:19 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 1/11

6:00 am-7:51 am

Nonstop1h 51m

$211

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Washington, D.C. in November.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Washington, D.C. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Washington, D.C. 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 Detroit to Washington, D.C.

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

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

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

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C., you should look to book at least 69 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 16% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C.?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 DTW to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 2.6 in.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., 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 Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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 Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated November 21, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines and Frontier from Detroit to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,396 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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

Food

7.2

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

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 Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 from for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Washington, D.C. from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Washington, D.C. should be relatively easy as there are 38 daily outbound flights to Washington, D.C. from 6 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $66, Frontier will fly you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Spirit Airlines and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $121 and $189, respectively. These flights start at 69% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. 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 United Airlines from $106 one-way.

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

    When deciding which route to take from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Baltimore/Washington, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl as they are the most popular.

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

    Consider Endeavor Airlines (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (97%) or Avianca (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C.?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. is generally $428, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $90. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Baltimore/Washington), you can expect to pay $72 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. (average of $300). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $376). 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 Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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$38Average$103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$180FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$168Average$276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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