Dallas/Fort Worth

$60+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)

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DTW — DFW
Oct 17 — Oct 241
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth are usually found in February or August, booked 78 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth

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Round-trip from

$96
(Priceline)

One-way from

$60
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$234

Good round-trip deal

$245 or less

Good one-way deal

$138 or less
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($24 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($4 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth.
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/188:18 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 59mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/226:30 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$96
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Wed 10/159:05 pmDTW - DFW
1 stop11h 04mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/226:30 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$97
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/188:18 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 59mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/216:30 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$100
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/188:18 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/208:42 pmDFW - DTW
1 stop10h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$101
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/258:18 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 59mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/278:42 pmDFW - DTW
1 stop10h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$102
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Fri 9/269:19 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 56mFrontier
Sun 9/286:00 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$105
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 9/299:19 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 56mFrontier
Mon 10/66:00 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$106
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Fri 10/310:54 amDTW - DFW
1 stop10h 00mFrontier
Mon 10/66:00 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 47mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$108
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Sat 10/185:50 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/216:30 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 43mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$109
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Sat 10/258:18 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 59mFrontier
Sun 10/266:10 amDFW - DTW
1 stop5h 44mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$110

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Dallas/Fort Worth

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/17

7:54 pm-9:48 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 10/20

6:41 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

$249

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

9:15 am-3:56 pm

2 stops7h 41m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 10/21

2:25 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop7h 03m

$312

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-3:56 pm

2 stops9h 56m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 10/13

4:03 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 56m

$322

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-1:21 pm

2 stops8h 21m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 10/10

4:18 pm-10:28 pm

1 stop5h 10m

$329

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

9:38 am-11:41 am

Nonstop3h 03m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/30

6:49 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop2h 36m

$333

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/7

4:47 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop7h 10m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 11/10

8:44 pm-10:06 am

2 stops12h 22m

$339

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

7:59 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 10/5

6:28 pm-12:41 am

1 stop5h 13m

$349

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

8:30 am-1:21 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 10/22

7:05 am-3:33 pm

2 stops7h 28m

$357

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

5:45 am-1:20 pm

2 stops8h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/16

4:28 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop23h 17m

$370

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

6:33 pm-10:58 am

1 stop17h 25m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 11/30

7:15 am-9:03 am

1 stop24h 48m

$375

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The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport trip
Airlines
Qantas Airways

Qantas offers premium economy with larger recliner seats and upgraded meals for added comfort.


Qantas' in-flight entertainment app streams free movies and TV shows on your device.

Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on medium-haul flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for extra comfort.


Frontier's Economy Bundle includes a carry-on bag, seat selection, and no change fees.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
DTW

At DTW, security wait times are usually under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal, even during peak hours.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
DFW

Use the DART Orange Line for a convenient train ride from DFW to downtown Dallas, with a station at Terminal A.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
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Expert on Frontier

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Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Chris Dong

Chris Dong

Expert on DFW

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Chris Dong

Chris is a consumer travel reporter covering aviation, trending travel news, hotels, and loyalty programs—all for leading global publications like Travel + Leisure, The Washington Post, AFAR, and more. In addition to writing, Chris is a video host for Travel + Leisure, giving consumers an inside look at the latest in air travel.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dallas/Fort Worth from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is 78 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 DFW?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 61% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport by exploring options for tickets at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas/Fort Worth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas/Fort Worth. 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 Dallas/Fort Worth. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
8.0
Very good

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Located just 17.3 mi from the city center, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Dallas/Fort Worth from Detroit. Booking flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Dallas/Fort Worth should be relatively easy as there are 27 daily outbound flights to Dallas/Fort Worth from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Delta and United Airlines can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in just under 2h 54m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 47m. Airlines will cover a distance of 986 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport round-trip from $73. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $76, and Delta, from $178. You may be able to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport for 63% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport are Envoy Air (100%), Spirit Airlines (91%) and Aeromexico (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is generally $1,048, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $66. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Dallas/Fort Worth), you can expect to pay $102 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (average of $216). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $295). 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 Dallas/Fort Worth

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$73Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$76Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$178Average$319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$248Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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