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$68+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia 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 10/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — DTW
Oct 16 — Oct 231
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$127
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$271

Good round-trip deal

$247 or less

Good one-way deal

$147 or less
From District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($22 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

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.
Wed 10/298:47 amIAD - DTW
1 stop8h 25mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/58:00 amDTW - IAD
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Tue 10/149:00 amIAD - DTW
1 stop23h 16mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/217:22 amDTW - IAD
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$131
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.
Fri 10/106:15 amIAD - DTW
1 stop26h 01mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/147:22 amDTW - IAD
1 stop12h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$133
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 10/236:15 amIAD - DTW
1 stop16h 51mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/289:05 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop23h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$142
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:10 amIAD - DTW
1 stop8h 36mFrontier
Sat 10/43:42 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop7h 14mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$143
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:14 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop13h 30mFrontier
Sun 9/281:36 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop28h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$144
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:14 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop15h 31mFrontier
Sun 9/281:36 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop28h 48mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$145
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/96:15 amIAD - DTW
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
Sat 10/1112:12 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop8h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$146
This Gotogate 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/166:15 amIAD - DTW
1 stop9h 48mFrontier
Mon 10/204:58 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$147
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/179:28 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop13h 49mFrontier
Mon 10/204:58 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop6h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$150
This Priceline 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/31:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Sat 10/48:00 amDTW - DCA
1 stop8h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$173
This Booking.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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/31:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop11h 46mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amDTW - DCA
1 stop30h 00mFrontier
Deal found 9/14$174

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

Fly from

District of Columbia

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/3

8:00 am-4:19 pm

1 stop8h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/9

9:15 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop24h 44m

$173

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 10/24

10:15 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/2

5:45 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$194

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 10/4

9:40 am-11:14 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

9:31 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/9

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

9:31 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

9:30 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 10/20

7:55 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

2:53 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 10/9

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

9:31 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 10/15

6:05 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/22

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 10/18

6:05 am-7:41 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/13

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/17

9:30 pm-11:03 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$197

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from District of Columbia 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 DC to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 16, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from USDC to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (28 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from District of Columbia, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A quick flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can take about 1h 34m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $197. There are 405 mi between District of Columbia and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $72. However, be on the lookout for offers from United Airlines and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Endeavor Airlines (92%), Aeromexico (91%) and WestJet (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $789, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $89. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $131.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from District of Columbia 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 6 airlines flying from District of Columbia to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$50Average$145FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$101FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$115Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$177Average$300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$184Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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