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$68+ 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 11/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — DTW
Oct 15 — Oct 221
Wed 10/15
Wed 10/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap 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 September 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$144
(Frontier)

One-way from

$68
(Southwest)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$417

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$167 or less
From Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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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 September 15, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/264:57 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$144
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 9/217:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Sun 9/289:39 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$146
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/194:57 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Sat 9/2711:45 amDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/26:22 pmBUF - DTW
2 stops14h 22mFrontier
Sun 10/59:39 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$186
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/306:20 amBUF - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Sun 11/27:10 amDTW - BUF
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/14$199
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.
Fri 9/2612:17 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop5h 55mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/281:36 pmDTW - BUF
2 stops21h 46mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/13$205
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/257:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/299:39 amDTW - BUF
2 stops8h 35mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$218
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/305:45 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop6h 20mSouthwest
Thu 11/66:25 amDTW - BUF
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 9/14$219
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/106:20 amBUF - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Tue 10/149:45 pmDTW - BUF
Nonstop1h 07mDelta
Deal found 9/13$229
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 10/301:04 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/25:47 amDTW - BUF
1 stop7h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$236

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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 September 15, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Buffalo

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 10/3

4:57 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$144

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 9/26

4:57 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$144

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 3/1

2:00 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/8

9:55 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 10/16

6:20 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

10:58 am-12:09 pm

Nonstop1h 11m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 10/30

6:20 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/2

7:10 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sat 2/28

5:55 pm-7:15 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 3/6

10:30 am-11:51 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 11/21

6:12 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/30

9:45 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Mon 3/2

7:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$227

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 3/1

7:00 am-11:35 am

1 stop4h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:00 am-11:50 am

1 stop5h 50m

$227

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 10/10

6:20 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

9:45 pm-10:52 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$229

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit

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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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Buffalo 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 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 September 15, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 33% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday 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.

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 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,954 reviews

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

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 15 flights from Buffalo to Detroit per day from 1 airline.

  • 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 20m. Fly via Frontier 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 is the cheapest airline to fly from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($269), offers the cheapest pricing from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Delta is currently priced 24% 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 Aeromexico (92%), Korean Air (89%) and WestJet (88%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $506 for a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Buffalo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $170.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Buffalo 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 airline flying from Buffalo to Detroit

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DeltaCheapest$269Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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