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$55+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte (DTW - CLT)

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DTW — CLT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Charlotte Douglas are usually found in August or June, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Charlotte

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Charlotte (CLT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$123
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$55
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$253

Good round-trip deal

$266 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Charlotte Douglas
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Charlotte
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Charlotte. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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 10/19:12 amDTW - CLT
1 stop5h 17mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/76:00 amCLT - DTW
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$117
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/25:20 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/156:00 amCLT - DTW
1 stop9h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$123
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/36:10 amDTW - CLT
1 stop10h 33mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/86:00 amCLT - DTW
1 stop9h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$125
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Wed 10/85:23 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/1112:00 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$126
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Wed 10/15:20 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/32:39 pmCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$127
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Tue 10/215:23 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/2512:00 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop7h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$128
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Wed 10/155:23 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/162:35 pmCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 10/85:23 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 06mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/152:14 pmCLT - DTW
1 stop10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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.
Tue 9/305:20 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/25:45 amCLT - DTW
1 stop9h 37mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$132
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Thu 10/211:56 amDTW - CLT
Nonstop1h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/62:35 pmCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$133
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/2511:56 amDTW - CLT
Nonstop1h 48mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/292:39 pmCLT - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$134
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 9/305:20 pmDTW - CLT
1 stop6h 16mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/19:10 amCLT - DTW
1 stop4h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/11$136

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

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Detroit

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Charlotte

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DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

10:42 am-6:47 pm

1 stop8h 05m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 11/11

1:39 pm-9:58 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$138

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

9:12 am-2:29 pm

1 stop5h 17m

Charlotte Douglas

Sun 10/5

2:35 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$146

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

10:23 am-12:11 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 10/25

5:25 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$151

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

7:50 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 10/15

9:32 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$161

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

2:08 pm-3:55 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Charlotte Douglas

Sat 10/11

5:25 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$161

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

5:45 am-11:00 am

1 stop5h 15m

Charlotte Douglas

Tue 10/14

9:32 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$171

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

7:50 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/13

6:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$181

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/10

7:50 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Wed 10/15

12:56 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$181

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

7:50 pm-9:35 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Charlotte Douglas

Mon 10/20

9:32 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 57m

$181

DetroitCharlotte

DTW - CLT

DTWCLT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

11:46 am-1:40 pm

Nonstop1h 54m

$67

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte trip
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DTW

At DTW, security lines are usually short, with waits under 15 minutes. Plan accordingly to save time before your flight.

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CLT

For quick access to Charlotte, rideshares like Uber or Lyft are often cheaper than taxis from CLT.

Read more about CLTby Taryn White
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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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Taryn White

Taryn White

Expert on CLT

Taryn White

Taryn White

Taryn White is a freelance travel writer, digital creator, and travel advisor who has visited nearly 100 countries and all 50 states. She’s familiar with many airports and enjoys beach hopping, boutique hotels, spa experiences, and exploring local culture. Her work has appeared in Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, National Geographic, Smithsonian Magazine, AFAR, and more.

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Charlotte

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte, you should look to book at least 65 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 Charlotte?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 CLT?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Charlotte. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 11, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 24% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Charlotte. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte?

Reviews of airlines servicing Charlotte

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Charlotte. 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 Charlotte. Reviews last updated September 11, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,248 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Charlotte. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Charlotte?

    You will need to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Charlotte Douglas if you want to fly from Detroit to Charlotte. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Douglas (CLT) on a regular basis. There are 14 flights to Charlotte from the Detroit airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DTW to CLT to be around 1h 43m.

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

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Delta fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte in about 1h 48m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 6h 17m. There are 500 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Charlotte. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $89 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Delta, starting at $100 and $179 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 69% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Korean Air (93%) or Spirit Airlines (91%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $83. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Charlotte Douglas) can be booked for $133 on average, our data indicates $551 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Charlotte that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Charlotte?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Charlotte?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Charlotte 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 Charlotte?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte (average of $248). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Charlotte in March is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Charlotte

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Charlotte. 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$89Average$159FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$100Average$156FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$185Average$304FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$265Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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