Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta (DTW - ATL) from $26

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/27. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
DTW — ATL
Oct 3 — Oct 101

How to find the cheapest flight from Detroit (DTW) to Atlanta (ATL)

All the information you need to plan the best DTW to ATL flight in 2023: compare Detroit to Atlanta flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Atlanta.

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Round-trip from

$178

One-way from

$26
High demand for flights, 30% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 47% potential price drop
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

Price

$178 - $350

ATL

Temperature

42.8 - 80.6 °F

ATL

Rainfall

3.4 - 5.3 inches

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

Users have found that booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta at least 22 days early can save you up to 49% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 22 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta for as little as $157 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $239 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in April. For low rates, January can be a great choice for travel to Atlanta. Flights to Atlanta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January are about $167 on average during January, but can be found for as low as $63.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta (DTW - ATL)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta as you normally would.

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Atlanta

Take a look at some of the lowest-priced Spirit Airlines flights heading from Detroit to Atlanta. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
  • If you’re traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta, one of the more common airlines traveling that route is Spirit Airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta flights are typically 17% cheaper than other airlines traveling the same route. Flights from Spirit Airlines typically cost $227.81 RT. The cheapest Spirit Airlines flight found for this route was $98. When traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta on Spirit Airlines, the most popular airport to depart from is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and the most popular airport to arrive at is Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport. When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta, Spirit Airlines flights are 14% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Frontier flights from Detroit to Atlanta

To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Frontier flights we've found from Detroit to Atlanta. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
  • One of the most popular airlines traveling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta is Frontier. Flights from Frontier traveling this route typically cost $116.72 RT. This price is typically 33% cheaper than other airlines that offer Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta flights. When booking this route, the cheapest RT price found was $40. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is the most common Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport airport to take off from when flying to Atlanta. Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport is the most popular arrival airport in Atlanta. When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta, Frontier flights are -9% more popular than any other airline flying that same route.

Cheap Detroit to Atlanta flights in September & October 2023

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Non-stop flights to Atlanta from Detroit

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One-way flights to Atlanta from Detroit

The cheapest one-way flights from Detroit to Atlanta
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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/11

Nonstop2h 01m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Tue 10/17

Nonstop2h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/10

Nonstop1h 57m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/12

Nonstop1h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/12

Nonstop2h 03m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/19

Nonstop1h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/3

Nonstop2h 03m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 11/6

Nonstop2h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/12

Nonstop2h 09m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/16

Nonstop1h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

Nonstop2h 01m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/5

Nonstop1h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/30

Nonstop2h 15m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Sat 12/2

Nonstop2h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/19

Nonstop2h 03m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Mon 10/23

Nonstop1h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyAtlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

DTW - ATL

DTWATL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/3

Nonstop2h 01m

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Thu 10/5

Nonstop2h 01m

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Reviews of airlines servicing Atlanta

See what other customers who have flown with Spirit Airlines, Frontier and United Airlines from Detroit to Atlanta have to say. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

WestJet
7.2
Good
918 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
1,484 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,023 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

No food really, just snacks. F/A's were slightly on the rude side even in 1st. Flight was delayed 2 hours departing DTW, then after we landed we waited on the ground another 2 hours for a gate, then yet another 20 minutes to get the jet bridge connected to the aircraft.

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Detroit to Atlanta flights.

What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Atlanta?

If you wish to fly to Atlanta from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson. There are 45 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) per day to choose from. Flights to Atlanta from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 5 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 52m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson typically takes.

Can I find flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $38, but on average you can expect to pay $49.

Are there nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta for under $100 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta is less than $51.

Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta for under $100?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta within the next 7 days for less than $100.

What days are nonstop flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

Nonstop flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta on average per day?

Travelers can expect 42 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta on average per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 48% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 14% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 38% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

Airlines like Frontier and Spirit Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta in about 1h 57m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Atlanta is about 599 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta round-trip?

Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $38 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Spirit Airlines, starting at $39. Frontier is 77% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

Consider Aeromexico (89%), Spirit Airlines (87%) or Korean Air (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta.

What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta?

On average you can expect to pay $678 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta. The cheapest flight overall is $19 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson) is currently priced at $35.

What does DTW to ATL mean?

DTW and ATL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DTW to ATL refers to a flight route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport.

Alternative routes for Detroit to Atlanta

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Top 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Atlanta

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Detroit to Atlanta choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$37Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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United AirlinesCheapest$92Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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DeltaCheapest$98Average$228FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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American AirlinesCheapest$194Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Detroit to Atlanta

See what time of day planes typically take off from Detroit to Atlanta
10%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
44%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
30%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
16%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Atlanta

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Detroit to Atlanta
Sunday50daily flights
Monday50daily flights
Tuesday38daily flights
Wednesday40daily flights
Thursday49daily flights
Friday51daily flights
Saturday42daily flights

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