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$148+ Cheap flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (SEA - 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 11/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SEA — DTW
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in January or February, booked 71 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from Seattle to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Seattle (SEA) 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

$279
(Frontier)

One-way from

$148
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$422

Good round-trip deal

$322 or less

Good one-way deal

$210 or less
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Cheapest flights from Seattle to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Seattle to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/8. 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.
Sun 9/288:35 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop22h 09mFrontier
Tue 9/308:00 amDTW - SEA
1 stop17h 59mFrontier
Deal found 9/8$279
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:31 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop17h 24mFrontier
Mon 9/226:10 amDTW - SEA
1 stop21h 20mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$282
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/512:34 amSEA - DTW
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/75:30 amDTW - SEA
1 stop11h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$283
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/56:12 amSEA - DTW
1 stop15h 34mFrontier
Thu 10/96:00 amDTW - SEA
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$284
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/46:16 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop13h 24mSun Country Air
Mon 10/1312:30 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop7h 49mSun Country Air
Deal found 9/11$285
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/237:00 amSEA - DTW
2 stops28h 07mFrontier
Wed 10/86:00 amDTW - SEA
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$286
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1111:55 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop5h 59mDelta
Wed 10/228:01 pmDTW - SEA
Nonstop5h 02mDelta
Deal found 9/10$287
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:02 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Sat 10/117:55 amDTW - SEA
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$288
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/91:02 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop8h 57mFrontier
Sat 10/187:55 amDTW - SEA
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$289
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/47:00 amSEA - DTW
1 stop13h 58mMultiple Airlines
Sat 10/119:40 amDTW - SEA
1 stop13h 08mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/11$291
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/1112:34 amSEA - DTW
1 stop6h 33mAmerican Airlines
Sat 10/1810:22 amDTW - SEA
1 stop13h 24mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$292
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/1012:34 amSEA - DTW
1 stop6h 18mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/215:30 amDTW - SEA
1 stop11h 16mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$293

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 1/8

11:05 pm-6:28 am

Nonstop4h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/20

8:10 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop5h 15m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/2

9:41 pm-5:07 am

Nonstop4h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

6:30 am-8:26 am

Nonstop4h 56m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 10/3

3:15 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

8:25 am-10:33 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 12/2

11:10 pm-6:33 am

Nonstop4h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

8:25 am-10:39 am

Nonstop5h 14m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

7:10 am-8:41 pm

1 stop10h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

8:01 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 11/15

11:10 pm-6:29 am

Nonstop4h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

4:32 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 10/11

7:20 am-6:24 pm

1 stop8h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/18

8:01 pm-10:03 pm

Nonstop5h 02m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/19

3:15 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop4h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/22

12:23 pm-5:00 pm

1 stop7h 37m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop4h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/23

4:32 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop5h 08m

$287

SeattleDetroit

SEA - DTW

SEADTW

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Thu 10/2

3:15 pm-10:31 pm

Nonstop4h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

8:25 am-10:33 am

Nonstop5h 08m

$287

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SEA

Use SEA Spot Saver for free security appointments to reduce wait times. Reserve online up to five days before your flight.

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DTW

Consider the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) for a quick, comfortable ride to downtown with Wi-Fi and charging ports.

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Best time to book a flight from Seattle to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Seattle to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 29, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 71 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 Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Seattle 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 SEA to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Seattle 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.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 13% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Seattle to Detroit. Price data was last updated on September 7, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon 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 through reviews of airlines operating flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, such as Alaska Airlines, Delta, and Hawaiian Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,723 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Seattle 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 Seattle to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from Seattle to Detroit, you will be flying from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) from Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) take 4h 10m for a nonstop flight. There are 8 flights from Seattle/Tacoma Intl to Detroit per day from 7 airlines.

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

    For as low as $287, Delta can have you in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Seattle in 4h 23m. There are 1920 mi between Seattle and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $148. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are American Airlines, from $148, and Hawaiian Airlines, from $183. Users have found that Frontier is 63% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing Korean Air (90%), Air France (89%) or KLM (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $768 for a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $148 while the most popular route, (Seattle/Tacoma Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $200.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Seattle 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 7 airlines flying from Seattle to Detroit

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Seattle 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 September 11, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$255FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
American AirlinesCheapest$148Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$183Average$444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$212Average$439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$432FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$261Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$308Average$366FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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