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

Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $103. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $187, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The most popular airlines flying from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Delta, Frontier and Spirit Airlines. Something to consider prior to booking your flight.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

January is one of the best times of the year to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Houston. Prices for January average $223 per person but you can even find prices for as low as $95. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of April. Opting for a January flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in April

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

Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Houston. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment. Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights typically cost between $133 and $299 in October. The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 3 days was $103 on Spirit Airlines (Oct 11-Oct 12).

Q: What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Saturday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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Sat 10/116:30 amIAH - DTW

Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines

Sun 10/126:15 amDTW - IAH

Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$103

Wed 10/12:00 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Sat 10/41:05 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 7/28

$179

Tue 9/92:33 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines

Wed 9/104:05 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$187

Sun 8/317:45 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop13h 29mSun Country Air

Thu 9/48:08 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop16h 47mSun Country Air

Deal found 7/28

$270

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Sat 10/116:30 amIAH - DTW

Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines

Sun 10/126:15 amDTW - IAH

Nonstop3h 04mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$103

Wed 10/12:00 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop4h 55mSouthwest

Sat 10/41:05 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop7h 25mSouthwest

Deal found 7/28

$179

Tue 9/92:33 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop7h 07mAmerican Airlines

Wed 9/104:05 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop5h 06mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$187

Sun 8/317:45 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop13h 29mSun Country Air

Thu 9/48:08 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop16h 47mSun Country Air

Deal found 7/28

$270

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Tue 8/57:00 amIAH - DTW

1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines

Sat 8/95:38 pmDTW - IAH

1 stop7h 09mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$197

Tue 8/510:19 amHOU - DTW

1 stop5h 59mDelta

Tue 8/126:22 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop5h 09mDelta

Deal found 7/27

$349

Wed 8/68:30 pmIAH - DTW

Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines

Tue 8/124:53 pmDTW - IAH

1 stop6h 44mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/29

$123

Thu 8/75:45 amHOU - DTW

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Sun 8/176:30 amDTW - HOU

1 stop4h 30mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$314

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Thu 8/145:44 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines

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$324

Sat 8/161:05 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop4h 46mDelta

Sun 8/175:25 amDTW - HOU

1 stop5h 01mDelta

Deal found 7/29

$339

Sat 8/231:35 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop7h 10mSouthwest

Tue 8/268:10 amDTW - HOU

1 stop6h 50mSouthwest

Deal found 7/26

$199

Sat 8/238:51 amHOU - DTW

1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines

Tue 8/2611:51 amDTW - HOU

1 stop7h 09mAmerican Airlines

Deal found 7/27

$203

Wed 8/273:19 pmIAH - DTW

Nonstop2h 49mSpirit Airlines

Fri 8/295:41 pmDTW - IAH

Nonstop3h 02mSpirit Airlines

Deal found 7/28

$103

Sun 8/317:45 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop13h 29mSun Country Air

Thu 9/48:08 pmDTW - HOU

1 stop16h 47mSun Country Air

Deal found 7/28

$270

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Tue 8/127:05 amIAH - DTW

1 stop11h 33mSpirit Airlines

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$69

Tue 8/264:45 pmHOU - DTW

1 stop4h 45mSouthwest

Deal found 7/27

$90

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$124

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1 stop15h 44mSun Country Air

Deal found 7/26

$140

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1 stop5h 55mDelta

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$194

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$3,293

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Sat 10/11

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6:15 am-8:19 am

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2:00 pm-7:55 pm

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1:05 pm-7:30 pm

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2:33 pm-10:40 pm

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4:05 pm-8:11 pm

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7:45 pm-10:14 am

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8:08 pm-11:55 am

1 stop16h 47m

$270

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IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/12

7:05 am-7:38 pm

1 stop11h 33m

$69

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Tue 8/26

4:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$90

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HOU - DTW

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Tue 9/30

6:00 am-2:20 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$109

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IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Tue 8/26

5:20 am-9:08 am

Nonstop2h 48m

$119

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IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 8/25

6:05 am-3:12 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$124

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HOU - DTW

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5:29 pm-10:13 am

1 stop15h 44m

$140

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

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

The best time to book flights from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 47 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Houston 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 HOU to DTW?

It’s optimal to fly from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 23% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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

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Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Southwest

8.0

Very good

4,238 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Delta

8.0

Very good

7,977 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

American Airlines

7.2

Good

10,000 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Sun Country Air

6.9

Okay

333 reviews

Alaska Airlines

8.0

Very good

10,000 reviews

Reviews

1 / 20

10.0

Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

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What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Houston?
Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Houston. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 0 inbound flights from Houston per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?
Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $103. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Southwest and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $179 and $187, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 54% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $69. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Houston to Detroit that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Houston to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Houston to Detroit?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Houston to Detroit.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Houston to Detroit?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Houston 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 Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?
Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Houston 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 Houston to Detroit

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Spirit Airlines	Cheapest$86	Average$177	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time65%
Frontier	Cheapest$118	Average$193	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Delta	Cheapest$159	Average$290	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
Southwest	Cheapest$194	Average$312	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
United Airlines	Cheapest$198	Average$353	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%
American Airlines	Cheapest$218	Average$362	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%

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