$102+ Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DSM - DTW)
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DSM — DTW
Apr 10 — Apr 171
Round-trip
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Des Moines to DetroitExplore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Des Moines to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 11, 2026.
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 3/1710:40 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop11h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/45:05 am
DTW
- DSM
2 stops33h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/1910:40 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/1311:54 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/147:04 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops45h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 4/127:00 am
DSM
- DTW
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1910:27 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop15h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 5/116:00 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop7h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 5/1410:27 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop16h 02m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$303
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/138:14 pm
DSM
- DTW
2 stops14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/151:37 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop27h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/148:21 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Sun 3/2210:27 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop21h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/267:00 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop8h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/288:30 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops48h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$324
Best flights from Des Moines to DetroitDiscover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit that have cost, travel time, and layovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/204:20 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Mon 4/278:40 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop4h 05m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$355
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Mon 4/2010:34 am
DSM
- DTW
Nonstop1h 49m
Delta
Mon 4/278:55 am
DTW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 59m
Delta
Deal found 3/6![Delta logo]()
$419
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/5. 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.
Tue 4/213:21 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop7h 38m
United Airlines
Sat 4/259:00 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop13h 32m
United Airlines
Deal found 3/5![United Airlines logo]()
$422
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 4/225:30 am
DSM
- DTW
2 stops6h 30m
Southwest
Wed 4/294:10 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops7h 00m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$366
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Wed 4/226:10 am
DSM
- DTW
Nonstop1h 47m
Delta
Wed 4/294:05 pm
DTW
- DSM
Nonstop1h 57m
Delta
Deal found 3/7![Delta logo]()
$419
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Mon 6/84:40 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop3h 20m
Southwest
Thu 6/118:30 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/8![Southwest logo]()
$386
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Tue 6/23:15 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop4h 00m
Southwest
Tue 6/165:35 am
DTW
- DSM
2 stops6h 55m
Southwest
Deal found 3/7![Southwest logo]()
$391
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/25:35 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop3h 15m
Southwest
Sun 4/58:40 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop3h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/6![Southwest logo]()
$412
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Mon 4/65:35 am
DSM
- DTW
2 stops11h 25m
Southwest
Mon 4/133:35 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops8h 30m
Southwest
Deal found 3/9![Southwest logo]()
$438
Last-minute flights from Des Moines to DetroitDiscover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit. Data last updated March 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
Discover last-minute flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit. Data last updated March 11, 2026 and is based on user searches.
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/148:21 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Sun 3/2210:27 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop21h 49m
Frontier
Deal found 3/8![Frontier logo]()
$315
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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.
Tue 3/1710:40 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop11h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 4/45:05 am
DTW
- DSM
2 stops33h 41m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$281
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/1910:40 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 4/1311:54 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop8h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$286
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/1910:40 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop8h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 3/2311:54 am
DTW
- DSM
1 stop8h 22m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$325
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/8. 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 4/108:14 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop13h 44m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/147:04 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops45h 56m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/8![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$293
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/7. 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.
Sun 4/127:00 am
DSM
- DTW
2 stops32h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 4/1910:27 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop15h 42m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$299
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 4/138:14 pm
DSM
- DTW
2 stops14h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/151:37 pm
DTW
- DSM
1 stop27h 23m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$311
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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.
Sun 4/267:00 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop8h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/288:30 pm
DTW
- DSM
2 stops48h 43m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$324
One-way flights from Des Moines to DetroitSearch for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
Search for one-way flight options from Des Moines to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated March 11, 2026.
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/202:04 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop6h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 5/116:00 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop7h 59m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$118
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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.
Sun 5/107:45 am
DSM
- DTW
1 stop15h 53m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/10![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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.
Sun 5/37:00 am
DSM
- DTW
2 stops25h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$133
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 5/82:20 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop6h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/9. 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 3/286:56 pm
DSM
- DTW
2 stops36h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/9![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$136
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/10. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/278:21 pm
DSM
- DTW
1 stop13h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/10![Frontier logo]()
$137
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 4/68:14 pm
DSM
- DTW
2 stops34h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/6![Frontier logo]()
$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/6. 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 6/43:37 pm
DSM
- DTW
2 stops24h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/6![Multiple Airlines logo]()
$148
Find flight deals from Des Moines to Detroit
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Des Moines (DSM) 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 March 11, 2026.
Most accurate provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
|---|---|
Most trusted provider | FlightHub 3 stars |
Round-trip from | $293 (Kiwi.com) |
One-way from | $102 (Frontier) |
Popular in | January |
Cheapest in | October |
Average price | $653 |
Good round-trip deal | $429 or less |
Good one-way deal | $189 or less |
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Des Moines 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 March 11, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.
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Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Mon 4/20
4:20 pm-9:10 pm
1 stop3h 50m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 4/27
8:40 am-11:45 am
1 stop4h 05m
$355
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
5:30 am-1:00 pm
2 stops6h 30m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/29
4:10 pm-10:10 pm
2 stops7h 00m
$366
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Mon 6/8
4:40 pm-9:00 pm
1 stop3h 20m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Thu 6/11
8:30 pm-11:20 pm
1 stop3h 50m
$386
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Tue 6/2
3:15 pm-8:15 pm
1 stop4h 00m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Tue 6/16
5:35 am-11:30 am
2 stops6h 55m
$391
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Thu 4/2
5:35 am-9:50 am
1 stop3h 15m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sun 4/5
8:40 am-11:30 am
1 stop3h 50m
$412
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Mon 4/20
10:34 am-1:23 pm
Nonstop1h 49m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 4/27
8:55 am-9:54 am
Nonstop1h 59m
$419
Quickest round-trip
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Wed 4/22
6:10 am-8:57 am
Nonstop1h 47m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Wed 4/29
4:05 pm-5:02 pm
Nonstop1h 57m
$419
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Tue 4/21
3:21 pm-11:59 pm
1 stop7h 38m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Sat 4/25
9:00 am-9:32 pm
1 stop13h 32m
$422
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Mon 4/6
5:35 am-6:00 pm
2 stops11h 25m
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mon 4/13
3:35 pm-11:05 pm
2 stops8h 30m
$438
Cheapest one-way
Des MoinesDetroit
DSM - DTW
DSMDTW
Des Moines
Tue 6/9
3:45 pm-8:20 pm
1 stop3h 35m
$172
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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 Des Moines to Detroit in March.
| Provider | Price Accuracy | Trust Score* |
|---|---|---|
| Price Accuracy1 star | Trust Score*3 stars | |
| Price Accuracy3 stars | Trust Score*3 stars |
- Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-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 Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
- Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Des Moines-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 Des Moines-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $147). Flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January is currently the most expensive (average of $619). 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 DSM to DTW?
Find hourly flight availability from Des Moines 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 March 11, 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.
How often are flights from Des Moines to Detroit delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between Des Moines and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 139 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Des Moines to Detroit flights?
Historically, flights departing in the evening are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Des Moines to Detroit flights?
Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 11% of flights being delayed.
What’s the top layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.
Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 67% of 1-stop itineraries from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Cheapflights.
What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.
Denver (DEN) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $358.
What’s the fastest layover option from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.
Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 16m.
Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.
Flights via Denver (DEN) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 58m.
Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit
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Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
Overall
7.9
Entertainment
7.8
Boarding
8.1
Food
7.2
Crew
8.5
Comfort
7.9
Reviews
1 / 20
6.0
GoodJim,Nov 2025
AVL - ATL
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| Cheapest$329 | Average$399 | FlexibilityNo cancel fee | On-timeN/A |