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$116+ Cheap flights from Albany, NY to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (ALB - DTW)

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 2/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALB — DTW
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Albany Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in September or June, booked 43 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Albany to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Albany to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 8, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/1710:55 amALB - DTW
1 stop23h 25mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/183:39 pmDTW - ALB
1 stop19h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 12/251:20 pmALB - DTW
2 stops10h 31mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/303:39 pmDTW - ALB
1 stop22h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$339
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 12/205:40 amALB - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Mon 1/510:00 amDTW - ALB
Nonstop1h 49mDelta
Deal found 12/6$349
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 12/235:13 pmALB - DTW
2 stops45h 21mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/1011:47 amDTW - ALB
1 stop20h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/6$358
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/256:07 amALB - DTW
1 stop6h 29mDelta
Tue 12/309:46 pmDTW - ALB
Nonstop1h 37mDelta
Deal found 12/7$379
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/257:15 pmALB - DTW
1 stop4h 41mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/305:45 amDTW - ALB
1 stop4h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/7$389

Find flight deals from Albany to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Albany (ALB) to Detroit (DTW). 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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$236
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$116
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$521

Good round-trip deal

$357 or less

Good one-way deal

$212 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Albany to Detroit 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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Albany to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Albany

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Detroit

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AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Wed 2/18

5:30 am-7:38 am

Nonstop2h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/21

10:05 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Thu 1/29

5:30 am-7:40 am

Nonstop2h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

10:00 am-11:49 am

Nonstop1h 49m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Tue 3/24

5:05 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/28

2:48 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Wed 3/25

12:17 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/28

10:01 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Tue 3/17

12:17 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

2:48 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Sun 3/15

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

10:01 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$299

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Sat 3/21

6:01 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/23

2:48 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$309

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Thu 3/19

6:01 pm-12:43 am

1 stop6h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/22

10:01 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$309

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Tue 1/6

12:13 pm-11:51 pm

2 stops11h 38m

$153

AlbanyDetroit

ALB - DTW

ALBDTW

Albany Intl

Tue 1/6

5:30 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$160

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Compare providers for flights from Albany to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Albany to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Albany, New York-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Albany, New York-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Albany, New York-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Albany, New York-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Albany to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Albany to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

Booking 42 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $242). Flying from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 ALB to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Albany to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 8, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated December 8, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Albany to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
4,252 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
8,013 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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
11,042 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,252 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

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 Albany to Detroit. 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 Albany to Detroit?

    To fly from Albany to Detroit, you need to book a flight from Albany Intl (ALB) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Albany Intl take 1h 47m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 12 outbound flights from Albany Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Delta fly from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 2h 08m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 487 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($243), Southwest ($305), and Delta ($314) offers the cheapest pricing from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is currently priced 47% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing WestJet (97%), Air France (96%) or Korean Air (93%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $972 for a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $152 while the most popular route, (Albany Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $240.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Albany to Detroit 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 Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $242). Flying from Albany, New York to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in November is currently the most expensive (average of $399). 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 3 airlines flying from Albany to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Albany to Detroit. 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$243Average$284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$305Average$521FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$320Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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