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$63+ 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 8/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MKE — DTW
Jul 8 — Jul 151
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in July or August, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Thursday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$118
(FlightHub)

One-way from

$63
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$349

Good round-trip deal

$258 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
From Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($129 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($18 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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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 July 3, 2025.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 8/19:45 amMKE - DTW
Nonstop1h 03mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/48:45 amDTW - MKE
Nonstop1h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$118
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/295:34 pmMKE - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/111:54 amDTW - MKE
1 stop8h 18mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$162
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Mon 9/227:55 amMKE - DTW
2 stops9h 50mSouthwest
Mon 10/66:45 amDTW - MKE
2 stops7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$187

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Milwaukee

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/1

9:45 am-11:48 am

Nonstop1h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/4

8:45 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$118

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Fri 8/29

5:34 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

11:54 am-7:12 pm

1 stop8h 18m

$162

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 9/22

7:55 am-6:45 pm

2 stops9h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

6:45 am-1:05 pm

2 stops7h 20m

$187

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 8/28

5:00 am-12:32 pm

1 stop6h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/30

6:55 am-6:11 pm

1 stop12h 16m

$262

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Mon 8/18

5:34 pm-7:41 pm

Nonstop1h 07m

$63

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 8/7

5:25 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$89

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Thu 7/17

6:35 pm-10:13 am

1 stop14h 38m

$122

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sun 7/6

6:53 pm-10:36 am

1 stop14h 43m

$187

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 8/2

7:05 am-9:17 am

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

MilwaukeeDetroit

MKE - DTW

MKEDTW

Milwaukee-Mitchell

Sat 8/2

5:15 am-11:59 pm

2 stops17h 44m

$290

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Deals found on 7/2

Best time to book a flight from Milwaukee to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Milwaukee to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 62 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 July 3, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 37% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

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 July 3, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United 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.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
8.0
Very good

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 03m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 7 outbound flights from Milwaukee-Mitchell to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 2 different airlines.

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

    Currently priced at $118, 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 Southwest for as low as $187. Spirit Airlines is 74% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Milwaukee 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 $63. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and Sun Country Air, as they are both options that can get you from Milwaukee to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • 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 Sun Country Air (100%), Korean Air (84%) and Spirit Airlines (83%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $101. While the most popular route (Milwaukee-Mitchell - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $118 on average our data indicates $915 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$55Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$421FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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