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$63+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (BUF - 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 7/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — DTW
Jun 4 — Jun 111
Thu 6/4
Thu 6/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 5, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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 6/411:36 am
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop13h 02m
Frontier
Sun 6/71:59 pm
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop23h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/32:49 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop22h 15m
Frontier
Sun 6/71:59 pm
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop23h 55m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 5/292:49 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Fri 6/56:05 pm
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop17h 23m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 6/122:50 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop22h 54m
Frontier
Fri 6/195:38 pm
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop17h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 5/1$237
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/3. 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 6/172:50 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop22h 17m
Frontier
Wed 6/245:38 pm
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop17h 02m
Frontier
Deal found 5/3$240
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/1. 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.
Fri 5/222:49 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop17h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/256:30 am
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop28h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 5/1$243
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 5/4. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/25:34 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop5h 03m
JetBlue
Wed 6/36:10 am
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop7h 32m
JetBlue
Deal found 5/4$247
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 6/12:49 pm
BUF
-
DTW
1 stop9h 50m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:20 am
DTW
-
BUF
1 stop7h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$250

Find flight deals from Buffalo to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) 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 May 5, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$151
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

December

Average price

$478

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$171 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 6% potential price decrease ($21 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 May 5, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Tue 6/2

5:34 pm-10:37 pm

1 stop5h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

6:10 am-1:42 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$247

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Mon 6/1

7:45 am-12:10 pm

1 stop4h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/3

6:10 am-1:42 pm

1 stop7h 32m

$247

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Wed 10/28

6:25 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/9

7:10 am-8:29 am

Nonstop1h 19m

$299

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 6/14

9:03 am-10:18 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/21

5:59 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$299

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sat 6/6

12:04 pm-1:20 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/7

5:59 pm-7:17 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$299
Quickest round-trip

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 6/18

6:29 am-7:42 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/21

7:07 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 16m

$299
Cheapest one-way

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sat 5/30

12:41 pm-7:52 am

1 stop19h 11m

$93

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 7/26

11:35 am-12:40 am

1 stop13h 05m

$104

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Mon 10/26

3:30 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$129

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sat 5/30

12:41 pm-11:49 am

2 stops23h 08m

$129

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Compare providers for flights from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Detroit in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Buffalo-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Buffalo-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Buffalo-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Buffalo-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Buffalo-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 Buffalo to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $199). Flying from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 BUF to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 May 5, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at noon. By choosing this option you can save up to 21% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Buffalo to Detroit. Price data was last updated on May 2, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 May 5, 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta and Frontier from Buffalo 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,460 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Delta
7.9
Good
8,460 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,460 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,965 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,460 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Barney,May 2026

JFK - ATL

Terrible flight. Late, reduced beverage service, lack of headphones, entertainment service didn't work

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit, you will be flying from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Buffalo (BUF) take 1h 11m for a nonstop flight. There are 9 flights from Buffalo to Detroit per day from 2 airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 1h 19m. Fly via JetBlue or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 240 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($151), and Delta ($199) offers the cheapest pricing from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Frontier is currently priced 54% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are WestJet (100%), Republic Airways (100%) and Korean Air (84%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $331 for a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $130 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $263.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $199). Flying from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of $559). 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 2 airlines flying from Buffalo to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Buffalo 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 May 5, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$151Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$199Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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