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$79+ Cheap flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (AUS - DTW)

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AUS — DTW
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in August or June, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Austin to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Austin (AUS) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$166
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$79
(Priceline)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$379

Good round-trip deal

$291 or less

Good one-way deal

$159 or less
From Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 23% potential increase in price ($119 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
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Cheapest flights from Austin to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Austin to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

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Thu 10/94:48 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Sun 10/121:29 pmDTW - AUS
1 stop19h 27mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$166
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Wed 9/248:00 amAUS - DTW
1 stop25h 54mFrontier
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - AUS
1 stop18h 22mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$171
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Wed 10/221:09 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop10h 36mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/236:00 amDTW - AUS
1 stop10h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$175
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Thu 11/138:21 pmAUS - DTW
Nonstop2h 52mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/145:14 pmDTW - AUS
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
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Mon 10/66:02 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop13h 14mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/78:50 pmDTW - AUS
1 stop15h 27mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$182
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Tue 10/77:20 amAUS - DTW
2 stops9h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/82:53 pmDTW - AUS
1 stop20h 36mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$183
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Sat 12/61:41 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop6h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 12/911:55 amDTW - AUS
1 stop8h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$186
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Fri 10/1710:47 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop25h 12mFrontier
Sun 10/196:00 amDTW - AUS
1 stop19h 33mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$187
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Wed 10/18:00 amAUS - DTW
1 stop25h 54mFrontier
Fri 10/310:54 amDTW - AUS
1 stop6h 40mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$188
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 10/182:14 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop7h 23mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/236:00 amDTW - AUS
1 stop10h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 11/175:56 pmAUS - DTW
1 stop13h 04mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/275:21 pmDTW - AUS
Nonstop2h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$191
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Fri 10/1712:45 pmAUS - DTW
Nonstop3h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/276:43 amDTW - AUS
1 stop11h 16mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$193

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Austin 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Austin

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Detroit

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AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Fri 10/17

11:30 am-1:39 pm

2 stops25h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

6:43 am-3:24 pm

1 stop9h 41m

$224

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Thu 2/5

8:21 pm-12:13 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/9

4:17 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop28h 26m

$236

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Wed 10/22

7:20 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

9:15 am-9:45 pm

2 stops13h 30m

$263

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 10/18

8:35 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

4:15 pm-6:26 pm

Nonstop3h 11m

$279

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 10/18

8:35 am-12:31 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

12:37 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 13m

$279

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 11/15

5:30 am-9:22 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

8:40 am-11:06 am

Nonstop3h 26m

$279

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Sat 10/11

2:14 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop7h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/13

6:43 am-4:59 pm

1 stop11h 16m

$305

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 10/14

4:00 pm-7:58 pm

Nonstop2h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

8:55 am-11:04 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$309

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Tue 11/4

2:30 pm-6:24 pm

Nonstop2h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

4:01 pm-6:29 pm

Nonstop3h 28m

$319

AustinDetroit

AUS - DTW

AUSDTW

Austin Bergstrom

Mon 11/10

5:30 am-9:22 am

Nonstop2h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/15

12:23 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop3h 27m

$319

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Best time to book a flight from Austin to Detroit

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

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

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

The best time to book flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 80 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 Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 AUS to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Austin 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 September 16, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 65% on flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings 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 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 September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Austin 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.

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

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 airports do I use to fly from Austin to Detroit?

    You will need to book a flight from Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County if you want to fly from Austin to Detroit. At least 5 different airlines have flights from Austin Bergstrom (AUS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) on a regular basis. There are 12 flights to Detroit from the Austin airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from AUS to DTW to be around 2h 52m.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 2h 56m. Fly via Spirit Airlines or Delta to get the fastest option. There are 1148 mi between Austin and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    Frontier, at $78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Spirit Airlines and American Airlines. Frontier is currently priced 79% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Consider Korean Air (98%), Virgin Atlantic (87%) or Delta (86%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $373, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $124. The most popular route (Austin Bergstrom - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $174.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Austin 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 Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 Austin to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Austin 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$96Average$208FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$167Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$176Average$433FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$177Average$397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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