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$69+ Cheap flights from Houston 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 7/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — DTW
Jun 17 — Jun 241
Tue 6/17
Tue 6/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or October, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Houston to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 June 12, 2025.

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$134
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One-way from

$69
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Average price

$209
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Houston to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 12, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/22:13 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop8h 27mSpirit Airlines
Tue 7/228:40 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/11$134
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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.
Wed 9/242:33 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop7h 00mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/307:00 amDTW - HOU
1 stop8h 03mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/11$187
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 8/86:55 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 55mDelta
Wed 8/133:38 pmDTW - IAH
Nonstop2h 56mDelta
Deal found 6/12$189
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 7/159:50 amHOU - DTW
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Tue 7/221:35 pmDTW - HOU
2 stops8h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/11$204
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Sat 6/1410:04 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop25h 40mMultiple Airlines
Fri 6/2010:04 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop11h 38mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12$230
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/115:00 amIAH - DTW
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Wed 6/117:31 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop5h 28mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 6/10$249
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/88:56 pmIAH - DTW
1 stop10h 51mFrontier
Thu 8/1412:18 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop11h 38mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$261
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 7/2610:02 amHOU - DTW
1 stop6h 51mDelta
Sun 8/105:25 amDTW - HOU
1 stop4h 59mDelta
Deal found 6/10$339
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Fri 7/48:03 pmHOU - DTW
2 stops16h 01mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/66:15 amDTW - HOU
1 stop11h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$426
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Fri 11/286:25 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop22h 20mSun Country Air
Sun 11/307:00 pmDTW - HOU
1 stop24h 55mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$471

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 7/2

2:13 pm-11:40 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/22

8:40 am-10:45 am

Nonstop3h 05m

$134

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/8

6:55 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop2h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/13

3:38 pm-5:34 pm

Nonstop2h 56m

$189

HoustonDetroit

HOU - DTW

HOUDTW

Houston Hobby

Sat 7/19

6:30 pm-12:56 am

1 stop5h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/22

5:28 am-9:40 am

1 stop5h 12m

$199

HoustonDetroit

HOU - DTW

HOUDTW

Houston Hobby

Tue 7/15

9:50 am-3:30 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/22

1:35 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops8h 10m

$204

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 8/6

6:08 am-2:42 pm

2 stops7h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

4:19 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop7h 34m

$254

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 11/27

7:20 am-3:28 pm

1 stop7h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

4:47 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop3h 23m

$257

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 8/8

8:56 pm-8:47 am

1 stop10h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/14

12:18 pm-10:56 pm

1 stop11h 38m

$261

HoustonDetroit

HOU - DTW

HOUDTW

Houston Hobby

Sat 7/26

10:02 am-5:53 pm

1 stop6h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/10

5:25 am-9:24 am

1 stop4h 59m

$339

HoustonDetroit

HOU - DTW

HOUDTW

Houston Hobby

Fri 7/4

8:03 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops16h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/6

6:15 am-4:36 pm

1 stop11h 21m

$426

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Sat 7/26

5:30 am-9:13 am

Nonstop2h 43m

$69

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

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Houston to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
IAH

Check security wait times on the IAH website to ensure a smooth departure from Houston.

Read more about IAHby Evie Carrick
DTW

For a quick ride to downtown, use the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) for comfort and speed.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Expert on IAH

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick

Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 9, 2025.

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?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.

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?

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

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.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

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.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

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).

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 June 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Houston to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,946 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 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 5 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 $134. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and American Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $189 and $199, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 41% 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 5 airlines flying from Houston to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 June 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$87Average$175FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$108Average$197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$161Average$291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$339FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$248Average$395FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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