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$89+ Cheap flights from Columbus (CMH) 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 8/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DTW
Aug 3 — Aug 101
Sun 8/3
Sun 8/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Columbus to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Columbus (CMH) 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 29, 2025.

Round-trip from

$173
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$89
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$489

Good round-trip deal

$346 or less

Good one-way deal

$187 or less
From Columbus to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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.
Thu 8/286:34 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop14h 07mSpirit Airlines
Wed 9/310:49 amDTW - CMH
1 stop6h 20mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$173
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 8/267:10 amCMH - DTW
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Tue 8/267:10 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$197
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Thu 10/168:00 amCMH - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Tue 10/2110:50 pmDTW - CMH
Nonstop1h 00mDelta
Deal found 7/29$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 10/16:02 amCMH - DTW
1 stop17h 39mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/117:00 amDTW - CMH
1 stop15h 07mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/28$327

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

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Columbus

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Detroit

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Price

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 8/28

6:34 pm-8:41 am

1 stop14h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

10:49 am-5:09 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$173

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Tue 8/26

7:10 am-12:15 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

7:10 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$197

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 10/16

8:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

10:50 pm-11:50 pm

Nonstop1h 00m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Wed 10/1

6:02 am-11:41 pm

1 stop17h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/11

7:00 am-10:07 pm

1 stop15h 07m

$327

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Sat 8/23

5:15 am-10:24 pm

2 stops17h 09m

$89

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Sat 10/4

6:15 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$99

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Tue 9/30

11:44 am-10:20 pm

2 stops10h 36m

$145

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Sat 8/23

10:34 am-11:41 pm

1 stop13h 07m

$169

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Mon 8/25

8:45 pm-9:12 am

1 stop12h 27m

$197

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CMH to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Columbus 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 29, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 49% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Columbus to Detroit. Price data was last updated on July 27, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Columbus 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 July 29, 2025.

The most flights from CMH to DTW are scheduled on a Tuesday (21 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 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 July 29, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,977 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,899 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,040 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Columbus 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 Columbus?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Columbus to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Columbus; the airport handles an average of 17 inbound flights from Columbus per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 1 airline has flights to the Detroit airport from Columbus. It is only a 17.3 mi journey from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Detroit’s city center.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $173 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and Delta, starting at $197 and $199 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is priced at 52% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    $89 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Southwest and Delta, with prices starting from $99 and $145, respectively.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (95%), Korean Air (92%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $88. On average you can expect to pay $1,752. The most popular route, (Columbus - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $173.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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