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$259+ Cheap flights from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (LFT - DTW)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
LFT — DTW
Aug 25 — Sep 11
Mon 8/25
Mon 9/1
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Lafayette to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Lafayette (LFT) 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 August 20, 2025.

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$259
(Delta)
From Lafayette Regional to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 10/183:31 pmLFT - DTW
1 stop5h 11mDelta
Sat 10/255:45 amDTW - LFT
1 stop5h 07mDelta
Deal found 8/19$259
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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.
Sat 10/187:05 amLFT - DTW
2 stops9h 29mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/253:16 pmDTW - LFT
1 stop7h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$264
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/32:00 pmLFT - DTW
1 stop5h 29mDelta
Sat 9/134:23 pmDTW - LFT
1 stop5h 39mDelta
Deal found 8/18$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/32:00 pmLFT - DTW
1 stop7h 00mDelta
Sun 9/75:25 amDTW - LFT
1 stop6h 14mDelta
Deal found 8/19$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/174:36 pmLFT - DTW
1 stop4h 56mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/254:09 pmDTW - LFT
1 stop7h 58mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$304
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:16 amLFT - DTW
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Mon 9/84:05 pmDTW - LFT
1 stop6h 07mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$324
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/19. 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 9/35:48 amLFT - DTW
2 stops7h 43mAmerican Airlines
Sun 9/77:00 amDTW - LFT
1 stop5h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/19$325
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/198:16 amLFT - DTW
1 stop6h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/24:19 pmDTW - LFT
1 stop5h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$339
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/34:07 pmLFT - DTW
1 stop6h 49mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/138:15 amDTW - LFT
1 stop8h 15mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$344

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Lafayette 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 August 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Lafayette

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LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Sat 9/20

11:12 am-6:44 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

5:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 05m

$259

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Fri 9/19

5:39 pm-12:49 am

1 stop6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/29

5:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 05m

$259

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Sat 10/18

3:31 pm-9:42 pm

1 stop5h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

5:45 am-9:52 am

1 stop5h 07m

$259

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Sat 10/18

7:05 am-5:34 pm

2 stops9h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

3:16 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop7h 49m

$264

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Wed 9/3

6:00 am-12:57 pm

1 stop5h 57m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/13

5:25 am-10:30 am

1 stop6h 05m

$274

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Wed 9/3

2:00 pm-10:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/7

5:25 am-10:39 am

1 stop6h 14m

$289

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Fri 10/17

4:36 pm-10:32 pm

1 stop4h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/25

4:09 pm-11:07 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$304

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Fri 9/19

3:30 pm-9:59 pm

1 stop5h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

10:28 am-4:59 pm

1 stop7h 31m

$309

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Mon 9/8

8:10 am-3:15 pm

1 stop6h 05m

$271

LafayetteDetroit

LFT - DTW

LFTDTW

Lafayette Regional

Mon 9/8

2:00 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops8h 59m

$305

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Best time to book a flight from Lafayette to Detroit

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

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

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

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 August 20, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, such as Delta and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews

Food

7.3

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Lafayette to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    For as low as $259, Delta can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Lafayette in 6h 32m. There are 958 mi between Lafayette 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 flying from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta ($258), and American Airlines ($273) offers the cheapest pricing from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are American Airlines ($271), United Airlines ($305), and Delta ($345).

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Lafayette to Detroit?

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Lafayette to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Lafayette 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 2 airlines flying from Lafayette to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Lafayette 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 August 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$258Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$273Average$607FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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