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$115+ Cheap flights from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (MKE - 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — DTW
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Milwaukee to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Milwaukee (MKE) 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 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$197
(Frontier)

One-way from

$115
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$127 or less
From Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 24% potential increase in price ($142 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapest flights from Milwaukee to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Milwaukee to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 18, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:36 pmMKE - DTW
2 stops18h 10mFrontier
Sun 9/146:10 amDTW - MKE
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$197
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/177:32 pmMKE - DTW
1 stop9h 02mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/199:21 amDTW - MKE
1 stop10h 10mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$236
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/267:36 pmMKE - DTW
2 stops14h 09mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amDTW - MKE
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$240
This FlightHub 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/412:53 pmMKE - DTW
1 stop8h 47mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/86:10 amDTW - MKE
1 stop14h 09mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/18$250
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/2612:42 pmMKE - DTW
1 stop18h 56mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/294:49 pmDTW - MKE
1 stop19h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$255
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/910:34 amMKE - DTW
1 stop7h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/167:00 amDTW - MKE
1 stop14h 00mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/17$259
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/225:34 pmMKE - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mSpirit Airlines
Fri 8/294:30 pmDTW - MKE
Nonstop1h 09mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/17$260
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/225:34 pmMKE - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/246:00 amDTW - MKE
1 stop14h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/17$261
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/37:36 pmMKE - DTW
2 stops18h 10mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amDTW - MKE
1 stop9h 04mFrontier
Deal found 8/17$268
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 9/168:43 amMKE - DTW
1 stop9h 04mAmerican Airlines
Sat 9/279:36 amDTW - MKE
1 stop10h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 8/18$272
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/94:00 pmMKE - DTW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Tue 9/166:15 amDTW - MKE
2 stops6h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$282
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:34 pmMKE - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mSpirit Airlines
Tue 9/25:30 pmDTW - MKE
1 stop6h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$283

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Milwaukee 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Milwaukee

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/12

7:36 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$197

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/19

7:36 pm-2:46 pm

2 stops18h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/21

6:10 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$197

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 10/17

7:32 pm-5:34 am

1 stop9h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

9:21 am-6:31 pm

1 stop10h 10m

$236

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 9/26

7:36 pm-10:45 am

2 stops14h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-2:14 pm

1 stop9h 04m

$240

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/4

12:53 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop8h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/8

6:10 am-7:19 pm

1 stop14h 09m

$250

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 10/26

12:42 pm-8:38 am

1 stop18h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

4:49 pm-11:47 am

1 stop19h 58m

$255

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/18

12:53 pm-8:44 am

1 stop18h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/20

11:45 am-11:58 am

1 stop25h 13m

$255

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Tue 10/14

8:28 am-5:34 pm

1 stop8h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

5:30 am-1:48 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$259

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 9/1

5:34 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$115

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 9/18

12:53 pm-8:44 am

1 stop18h 51m

$117

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Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Milwaukee with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Milwaukee 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 August 18, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Milwaukee 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 August 18, 2025.

The most flights from MKE to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

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 18, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta and Spirit Airlines from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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
7,981 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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!
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

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 Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee to Detroit?

    To fly from Milwaukee to Detroit, you need to book a flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell (MKE) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Milwaukee-Mitchell take 1h 07m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 17 outbound flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 2 different airlines.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 9h 02m. Fly via Frontier or Spirit Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 236 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $55, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on Delta for as low as $299. Spirit Airlines is 87% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Spirit Airlines (94%), Korean Air (87%) and KLM (86%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $88. While the most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $283 on average our data indicates $513 when flying from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Milwaukee 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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