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$75+ Cheap flights from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (MCI - 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 12/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MCI — DTW
nov. 18 — nov. 251
mar. 11/18
mar. 11/25
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in June or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kansas City to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kansas City (MCI) 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 octubre 19, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$489
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Cheapest flights from Kansas City to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kansas City to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on octubre 19, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
lun. 11/108:28 pmMCI - DTW
2 stops14h 35mMultiple Airlines
lun. 11/175:14 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/17$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
dom. 11/1611:12 amMCI - DTW
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/196:10 amDTW - MCI
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$185
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.
sáb. 11/18:28 pmMCI - DTW
1 stop23h 52mMultiple Airlines
mié. 11/57:00 amDTW - MCI
1 stop28h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$190
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 11/147:33 pmMCI - DTW
2 stops16h 31mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/178:00 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop17h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/17$206
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
vie. 11/1411:12 amMCI - DTW
1 stop23h 51mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/166:55 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop16h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$216
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.
jue. 11/136:00 amMCI - DTW
1 stop11h 00mMultiple Airlines
jue. 11/202:52 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/16$220
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 11/107:33 pmMCI - DTW
3 stops22h 08mSpirit Airlines
lun. 11/178:00 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop17h 28mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/17$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
mar. 11/46:49 pmMCI - DTW
2 stops28h 18mMultiple Airlines
sáb. 11/86:29 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop16h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/18$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/17. 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.
dom. 11/1611:12 amMCI - DTW
1 stop29h 00mMultiple Airlines
dom. 11/232:52 pmDTW - MCI
1 stop28h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/17$227

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Kansas City 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 octubre 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Kansas City

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Detroit

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Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

lun. 11/10

8:28 pm-12:03 pm

2 stops14h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/17

5:14 pm-5:19 pm

1 stop25h 05m

$184

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

sáb. 11/1

8:28 pm-9:20 pm

1 stop23h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 11/5

7:00 am-10:17 am

1 stop28h 17m

$190

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

sáb. 11/15

1:23 pm-5:28 am

1 stop15h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 11/16

8:00 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop17h 28m

$206

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

vie. 11/14

7:33 pm-1:04 pm

2 stops16h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/17

8:00 pm-12:28 pm

1 stop17h 28m

$206

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

lun. 11/3

11:12 am-12:03 pm

1 stop23h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/7

5:14 pm-7:33 pm

1 stop27h 19m

$244

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

vie. 11/21

6:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/28

11:03 am-8:03 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$287

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

jue. 10/23

8:38 pm-12:59 am

1 stop27h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 10/31

5:14 pm-7:38 pm

1 stop27h 24m

$334

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

mié. 11/26

6:00 am-5:33 pm

1 stop10h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 11/28

11:03 am-8:03 pm

1 stop10h 00m

$334

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

jue. 10/23

5:15 am-3:40 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 10/25

2:33 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop8h 26m

$365

Kansas CityDetroit

MCI - DTW

MCIDTW

Kansas City

dom. 11/16

6:00 am-12:07 am

2 stops17h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 11/23

9:34 pm-6:36 pm

2 stops22h 02m

$367

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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 Kansas City to Detroit in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-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 Kansas City-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kansas City-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kansas City-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 Kansas City-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Kansas City to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kansas City to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 89 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 Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $68). Flying from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 MCI to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Kansas City 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 octubre 19, 2025.

When flying from Kansas City 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 in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 81% versus a flight at noon.

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 octubre 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and Spirit Airlines from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
7.9
Good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,101 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

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 Kansas City to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Kansas City to Detroit?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Kansas City, then you need to book flights from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. There are 14 flights from Kansas City (MCI) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from Kansas City are available from 3 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 51m is how long a nonstop flight from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically takes.

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

    For as low as $206, Spirit Airlines can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Kansas City in 15h 05m. The distance from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 627 mi.

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

    Currently priced at $80, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Southwest and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $288 and $339, respectively. Spirit Airlines is 81% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Kansas City, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: American Airlines (100%), Korean Air (100%), WestJet( 93%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $148. While the most popular route (Kansas City - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $184 on average, our data indicates $544 when flying from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kansas City to Detroit?

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $68). Flying from Kansas City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $343). 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 3 airlines flying from Kansas City to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Kansas City 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 octubre 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$80Average$220FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
SouthwestCheapest$288Average$402FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$339Average$471FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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