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$90+ Cheap flights from Reagan-National (DCA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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DCA — DTW
Mar 19 — Mar 261
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The best prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in February or July, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$162
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$90
(Delta)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$249 or less

Good one-way deal

$169 or less
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From Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($23 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($3 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in March 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
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Cheapest flights from Reagan-National to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Reagan-National to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 14, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/51:03 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop24h 32mFrontier
Tue 4/82:43 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop26h 16mFrontier
Deal found 3/12$162
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Thu 3/279:59 amDCA - DTW
1 stop7h 36mAmerican Airlines
Wed 4/26:13 amDTW - DCA
1 stop7h 33mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/12$174
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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 4/246:00 amDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Mon 4/287:10 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 3/13$179
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/13. 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.
Fri 4/46:05 amDCA - DTW
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Mon 4/75:40 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 3/13$204
This JetBlue deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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 JetBlue is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/64:15 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 32mJetBlue
Mon 6/27:00 amDTW - DCA
1 stop4h 37mJetBlue
Deal found 3/12$207
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/12. 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.
Fri 3/216:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop5h 07mUnited Airlines
Fri 4/42:12 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 30mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/12$239

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Reagan-National

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Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 4/9

1:03 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop24h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

2:44 pm-12:04 pm

1 stop21h 20m

$157

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/27

9:59 am-5:35 pm

1 stop7h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/2

6:13 am-1:46 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$174

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/24

6:00 am-7:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/28

7:10 am-8:36 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$179

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/21

3:50 pm-9:10 pm

1 stop5h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/25

5:15 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop5h 45m

$204

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/3

5:00 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/6

6:50 am-3:00 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$207

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/14

7:00 pm-11:37 pm

1 stop4h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/15

10:00 am-2:26 pm

1 stop4h 26m

$283

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 5/12

6:00 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$90

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 3/31

6:00 pm-1:52 pm

1 stop19h 52m

$91

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/20

2:54 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop8h 35m

$94

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/8

6:00 am-10:05 am

1 stop4h 05m

$100

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Reagan-National to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Reagan-National to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Reagan-National to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Reagan-National to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Reagan-National to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 7, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

Find hourly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 March 14, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 23% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Reagan-National to Detroit. Price data was last updated on March 9, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Reagan-National 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 March 14, 2025.

The most flights from DCA to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 March 14, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta from Washington, D.C. to Detroit by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

8.0
Very good

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

8.0
Excellent

Ila,Mar 2025

HOU - DAL

Our original flight was delayed. We were able to change our flight and got home at close to the same time. Looking forward to when you have assigned seating.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National?

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 18 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National per day from 2 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $162. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $174 and $179, respectively. Frontier is priced at 42% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Delta. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $90. Users have also found prices from $91 and $94 on Frontier and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Endeavor Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%), Korean Air( 90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $933 for a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $111 while the most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $179.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Reagan-National to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Reagan-National to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Reagan-National to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$174Average$285FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$179Average$290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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