Washington, D.C.

$48+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 5/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — WAS
Apr 27 — May 41
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Cheap flight deals from Michigan to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated April 22, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$94
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$48
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$215

Good round-trip deal

$178 or less

Good one-way deal

$99 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit (DTT)-Washington, D.C. (WAS) flight deals.
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From Michigan to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
One-way flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (WAS)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 11% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (WAS).
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 22, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/56:50 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 41mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/98:15 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/21$94
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/2811:46 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Sat 5/3112:55 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 39mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$96
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/305:42 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 28mSpirit Airlines
Sun 6/18:15 pmBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/21$98
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Mon 5/122:28 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop21h 39mFrontier
Wed 5/141:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop24h 28mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$170
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/46:40 amMDW - BWI
1 stop9h 37mFrontier
Mon 6/96:27 pmBWI - MDW
Nonstop2h 04mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$172
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Thu 5/89:55 amORD - BWI
1 stop11h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/1012:51 pmBWI - ORD
1 stop8h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/22$172
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 5/55:31 pmORD - BWI
1 stop6h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 5/88:10 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/22$174
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Sun 5/1112:54 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop27h 42mFrontier
Thu 5/155:26 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop24h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$174
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 6/258:50 pmMDW - BWI
Nonstop1h 50mSouthwest
Wed 7/210:35 amBWI - MDW
1 stop3h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$175
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Fri 5/301:50 pmORD - BWI
Nonstop1h 55mSouthwest
Mon 6/210:35 amBWI - ORD
Nonstop2h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 4/22$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/310:22 amORD - BWI
1 stop5h 17mFrontier
Tue 5/66:07 amBWI - ORD
1 stop11h 34mFrontier
Deal found 4/21$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. 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.
Wed 5/286:00 amORD - DCA
1 stop9h 59mFrontier
Sat 5/311:00 pmDCA - ORD
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Deal found 4/22$178

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 22, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

Fly from

Michigan

Fly to

Washington, D.C.

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/5

6:50 pm-8:31 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 5/9

8:15 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$94

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/28

11:46 am-1:27 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/31

12:55 pm-2:34 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$96

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

5:42 am-7:10 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 6/1

8:15 pm-9:42 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$98

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/12

2:28 pm-12:07 pm

1 stop21h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/14

1:00 pm-1:28 pm

1 stop24h 28m

$170

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/8

9:55 am-10:41 pm

1 stop11h 46m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 5/10

12:51 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$172

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/4

6:40 am-5:17 pm

1 stop9h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/9

6:27 pm-7:31 pm

Nonstop2h 04m

$172

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

12:54 pm-4:36 pm

1 stop27h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/15

5:26 pm-6:00 pm

1 stop24h 34m

$174

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/25

8:50 pm-11:40 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 7/2

10:35 am-1:20 pm

1 stop3h 45m

$175

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/22

9:17 am-4:29 pm

1 stop6h 12m

Baltimore/Washington

Sun 5/25

11:54 am-12:05 am

1 stop13h 11m

$175

ChicagoBaltimore

ORD - BWI

ORDBWI

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/30

1:50 pm-4:45 pm

Nonstop1h 55m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 6/2

10:35 am-11:50 am

Nonstop2h 15m

$177

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C.

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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 MI to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 April 22, 2025.

When flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C., 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 Michigan to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 April 22, 2025.

The most flights from USMI to WAS are scheduled on a Tuesday (45 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 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 April 22, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Michigan to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >
Avelo Airlines
7.5
Good

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Anonymous,Apr 2025

LAS - STS

flight was delayed both ways even tho the weather was clear >

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (average of $309). Flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C. in June is currently the most expensive (average of $383). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$26Average$167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$42Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$137Average$369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$168Average$404FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$182Average$375FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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