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$75+ 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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CMH — DTW
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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 September 11, 2025.

Round-trip from

$175
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$75
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

September

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$483

Good round-trip deal

$301 or less

Good one-way deal

$197 or less
From Columbus to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Cheapest flights from Columbus to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Columbus to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 10/178:19 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/208:20 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/168:19 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop28h 26mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/208:20 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop11h 17mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$187
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Fri 11/74:30 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop15h 30mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/109:20 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop16h 24mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$190
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/11. 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 10/236:09 amCMH - DTW
Nonstop1h 07mDelta
Mon 10/271:24 pmDTW - CMH
Nonstop1h 01mDelta
Deal found 9/11$199
This KAYAK deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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 KAYAK is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/168:19 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop11h 54mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/215:23 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop14h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$205
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 9/255:15 amCMH - DTW
2 stops9h 31mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/298:50 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/25:15 amCMH - DTW
2 stops9h 31mMultiple Airlines
Thu 10/28:50 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop10h 39mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/9$213
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/211:21 amCMH - DTW
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Mon 3/25:13 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop20h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$214
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Thu 10/25:15 amCMH - DTW
2 stops15h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 3/29:20 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop16h 24mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/10$216
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/9. 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.
Thu 10/95:00 amCMH - DTW
2 stops18h 06mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/168:50 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop10h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/9$221
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/10. 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.
Fri 10/101:25 pmCMH - DTW
1 stop7h 31mMultiple Airlines
Sun 10/199:05 pmDTW - CMH
1 stop15h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/10$223

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Columbus 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 September 11, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Columbus

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 10/17

8:19 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

8:20 pm-7:37 am

1 stop11h 17m

$175

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 11/7

4:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

9:20 pm-1:44 pm

1 stop16h 24m

$190

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Wed 11/26

8:05 am-9:16 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/28

12:25 pm-1:31 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/10

8:14 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 10/16

8:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/23

10:10 am-11:16 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 11/7

8:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

10:05 am-11:11 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 10/16

8:00 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

10:10 am-11:16 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 10/23

10:33 am-11:40 am

Nonstop1h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/27

10:10 am-11:16 am

Nonstop1h 06m

$199

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 10/16

8:19 pm-8:13 am

1 stop11h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

8:50 pm-7:37 am

1 stop10h 47m

$205

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Mon 11/10

4:30 pm-8:00 am

1 stop15h 30m

$75

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Best time to book a flight from Columbus to Detroit

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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 September 11, 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 43% 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 September 7, 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.

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 September 11, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

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
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

8.0

Food

7.3

Comfort

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 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 13 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.

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

    Airlines like Spirit Airlines and Delta fly from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 1h 11m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 10h 43m. Columbus Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 155 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $199 on this airline. Delta is priced at 45% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • 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%), Air France (94%), Republic Airways (90%).

  • 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 $118. On average you can expect to pay $1,001. The most popular route, (Columbus - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $190.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Columbus Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). 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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Top airline flying from Columbus to Detroit

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