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$80+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Dallas

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — DFW
Mar 8 — Mar 151
Sun 3/8
Sun 3/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Dallas
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Dallas. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 6, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Thu 3/1211:54 am
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop13h 12m
Frontier
Mon 3/161:29 pm
DFW
-
DTW
Nonstop2h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 2/5$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Mon 2/232:11 pm
DTW
-
DFW
2 stops10h 06m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 2/261:36 pm
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop9h 33m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/4$164
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/255:28 pm
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/25:47 pm
DFW
-
DTW
2 stops13h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Thu 2/199:02 am
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop14h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/237:15 pm
DFW
-
DTW
2 stops17h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$166
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/5. 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.
Fri 3/65:09 am
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop15h 15m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/99:07 pm
DFW
-
DTW
2 stops26h 02m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/5$167
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Thu 3/126:35 pm
DTW
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 09m
Frontier
Tue 3/178:46 am
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop6h 26m
Frontier
Deal found 2/4$168
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/2610:59 pm
DTW
-
DFW
2 stops21h 56m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 3/28:40 pm
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop15h 50m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/3$169
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/4. 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.
Wed 2/182:35 pm
DTW
-
DFW
2 stops9h 42m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 2/2511:06 am
DFW
-
DTW
2 stops25h 24m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 2/4$170
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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.
Fri 2/208:45 pm
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop14h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/238:31 pm
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop26h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 3/410:59 pm
DTW
-
DFW
2 stops18h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 3/86:19 pm
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop12h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 2/255:28 pm
DTW
-
DFW
1 stop6h 13m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/79:12 am
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop5h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/3$173
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/111:02 am
DTW
-
DFW
Nonstop3h 20m
Frontier
Mon 5/47:01 pm
DFW
-
DTW
1 stop16h 46m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$174

Find flight deals from Detroit to Dallas

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Dallas (A78). 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 February 6, 2026.

Round-trip from

$163
(Frontier)

One-way from

$80
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$179
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Dallas 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 February 6, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas that are best for you.

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DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

2:06 pm-12:20 am

1 stop11h 14m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Thu 2/26

1:36 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 33m

$177

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

10:59 pm-5:57 pm

2 stops19h 58m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Fri 3/13

6:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$183

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/20

9:44 pm-11:53 pm

Nonstop3h 09m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/23

1:29 pm-5:09 pm

Nonstop2h 40m

$195

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/24

9:15 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 4/1

1:00 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$199

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

2:15 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop10h 35m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/8

1:36 pm-12:09 am

1 stop9h 33m

$213

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

8:58 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/3

11:45 am-3:14 pm

Nonstop2h 29m

$237

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

8:58 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 3/4

5:30 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$237

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/24

8:58 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Mon 3/2

5:30 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 35m

$249

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/27

11:59 am-8:49 pm

1 stop9h 50m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sun 3/1

6:30 am-10:10 am

Nonstop2h 40m

$265

DetroitDallas

DTW - DFW

DTWDFW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

8:58 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop3h 02m

Dallas/Fort Worth

Tue 3/10

1:00 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop2h 35m

$265

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Dallas

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 30, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 79 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas (average of $39). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 6, 2026.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 59% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Dallas. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas 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.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Dallas. 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 February 6, 2026.

The most flights from DTW to A78 are scheduled on a Wednesday (32 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

How often are flights from Detroit to Dallas delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Detroit and Dallas have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 152 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Dallas flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Dallas flights?

Over the last year, Spirit Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Dallas

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dallas. 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. Reviews last updated February 6, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,151 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,237 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,419 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,052 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,275 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Dallas. 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 Dallas?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Detroit to Dallas. You should not have trouble finding flights to Dallas from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Dallas per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 airlines have flights from the Detroit airport to Dallas. It is only a 17.3 mi journey to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas will take you 2h 58m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Dallas are separated by 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 round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Dallas, with prices starting at $68. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $78 and $169, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 67% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $39. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas for a low price.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas on time: Japan Airlines (80%), Korean Air (73%), Delta (71%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas is $75. On average you can expect to pay $588. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Dallas/Fort Worth), can usually be booked for $122.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Dallas 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?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas (average of $39). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas in December is currently the most expensive (average of $124). 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

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Dallas. 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 February 6, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$68Average$157FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$78Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$169Average$377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$207Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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