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$63+ Cheap flights from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (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.
DFW — DTW
Nov 15 — Nov 221
Sat 11/15
Sat 11/22
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or March, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dallas (A78) 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 October 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$117
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

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Cheapest in

February

Average price

$194
From Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dallas to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 16, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/253:43 pmDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/15:50 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$117
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/15. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/107:26 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/15$118
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Wed 11/56:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/87:40 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/15$119
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Tue 11/1112:37 pmDFW - DTW
1 stop5h 04mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/177:10 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$120
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Sat 11/86:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 11/189:20 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop3h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/14$121
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Sat 11/86:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Sat 11/151:59 pmDTW - DFW
1 stop5h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/14$123
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/132:47 pmDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mFrontier
Mon 11/177:10 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mFrontier
Deal found 10/16$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 11/129:00 amDFW - DTW
1 stop7h 12mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/189:20 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop3h 11mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$125
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Sat 11/156:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/177:00 amDTW - DFW
1 stop11h 55mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/16$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/14. 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.
Wed 11/126:05 amDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 42mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/177:10 pmDTW - DFW
Nonstop2h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/14$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/16. 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 11/132:47 pmDFW - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/207:00 amDTW - DFW
Nonstop3h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$128
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Tue 12/24:00 pmDAL - DTW
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Tue 12/97:25 amDTW - DAL
1 stop9h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 10/16$228

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

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Dallas

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/15

5:35 am-9:12 am

Nonstop2h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

7:57 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop3h 03m

$223

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Mon 1/12

12:05 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop8h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

6:35 am-10:15 am

1 stop4h 40m

$238

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Wed 11/12

4:05 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop5h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/19

12:55 pm-7:15 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$243

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 12/24

12:20 pm-3:58 pm

Nonstop2h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

9:46 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$245

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Wed 12/24

7:43 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop19h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

9:46 am-12:01 pm

Nonstop3h 15m

$249

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Sat 11/8

6:35 am-12:50 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

5:30 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

$273

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Wed 11/5

6:50 am-2:45 pm

1 stop6h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

7:00 am-2:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$273

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Tue 11/4

2:30 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/5

5:40 am-10:45 am

1 stop6h 05m

$293

DallasDetroit

DFW - DTW

DFWDTW

Dallas/Fort Worth

Sat 11/22

4:38 pm-11:53 pm

1 stop6h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/28

7:30 am-3:43 pm

1 stop9h 13m

$297

DallasDetroit

DAL - DTW

DALDTW

Dallas Love Field

Sat 11/15

7:30 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

5:40 am-1:15 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$301

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dallas to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 10, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 61 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $65). Flying from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 DFW to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Dallas 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 October 16, 2025.

When flying from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dallas to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Dallas to Detroit. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated October 16, 2025.

The most flights from A78 to DTW are scheduled on a Thursday (30 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The best insider tips for Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Spirit Airlines

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Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat, enhancing comfort.


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Airports
DFW

DFW offers a DART Orange Line connecting downtown Dallas to Terminal A, making public transport a convenient option for reaching the airport.

Read more about DFWby Chris Dong
DTW

For quick downtown access, use the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX). It offers a 30-minute ride with comfy seats, Wi-Fi, and luggage space.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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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 October 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,984 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,043 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,097 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,137 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Entertainment

7.5

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Dallas to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Dallas?

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Dallas. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 26 inbound flights from Dallas per day from 5 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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

    Delta, Southwest, and Spirit Airlines can get you from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in just under 2h 37m. Your travel time can differ by up to 5h 43m. Dallas and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 986 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($78), Frontier ($92), and American Airlines ($179) offers the cheapest pricing from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 62% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $68. Users have also found prices from $68 and $80 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Envoy Air (100%), Frontier (98%) and Korean Air (95%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $59. While the most popular route (Dallas/Fort Worth - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $109 on average, our data indicates $502 when flying from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $65). Flying from Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 Dallas to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Dallas 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 October 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$78Average$163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$92Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$179Average$345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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