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$94+ 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 7/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — DTW
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$187
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$124
(American Airlines)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$284 or less

Good one-way deal

$161 or less
From Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 July 3, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/316:28 amBUF - DTW
1 stop4h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 8/77:26 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop4h 43mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$187
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:35 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Sun 9/77:10 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/1$232
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/2612:17 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop26h 29mFrontier
Sun 9/283:42 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop19h 40mFrontier
Deal found 7/2$239
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/156:20 amBUF - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Sun 8/177:11 amDTW - BUF
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
Deal found 7/3$309
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/3111:41 amBUF - DTW
2 stops19h 52mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/36:51 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop15h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$328
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/317:00 amBUF - DTW
1 stop6h 14mUnited Airlines
Thu 8/76:00 amDTW - BUF
1 stop3h 48mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/3$409

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 July 3, 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

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 7/31

6:28 am-11:16 am

1 stop4h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/7

7:26 pm-12:09 am

1 stop4h 43m

$187

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 9/4

12:35 pm-6:45 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/7

7:10 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop4h 20m

$232

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 9/26

12:17 pm-2:46 pm

1 stop26h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

3:42 pm-11:22 am

1 stop19h 40m

$239

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 8/15

6:20 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/17

7:11 am-8:22 am

Nonstop1h 11m

$309

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 7/31

11:41 am-7:33 am

2 stops19h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

6:51 pm-10:44 am

1 stop15h 53m

$328

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 7/31

7:00 am-1:14 pm

1 stop6h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/7

6:00 am-9:48 am

1 stop3h 48m

$409

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 7/27

6:08 am-10:36 am

1 stop4h 28m

$94

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 9/14

7:36 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 08m

$107

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Tue 9/9

9:48 am-4:47 pm

1 stop6h 59m

$132

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sun 7/27

5:55 am-2:30 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$190

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). 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 July 3, 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 42% 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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines 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.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.6

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 12m for a nonstop flight. There are 7 flights from Buffalo to Detroit per day from 1 airline.

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

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($187), Southwest ($232), and Frontier ($239) offers the cheapest pricing from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. American Airlines is currently priced 48% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $124 on American Airlines. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include JetBlue from $132 and Frontier from $137 one-way.

  • 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 (97%), Korean Air (95%) and SkyWest Airlines (94%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $840 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 $253.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). 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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