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$48+ Cheap flights from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (TPA - DTW)

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TPA — DTW
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Tampa to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Tampa (TPA) 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 19, 2025.

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$95
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One-way from

$48
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Popular in

October

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$200

Good round-trip deal

$139 or less

Good one-way deal

$107 or less
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Sat 10/117:00 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/147:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$95
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Fri 10/245:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/279:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$96
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Fri 10/105:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/117:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$97
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Fri 10/105:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/137:05 amDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$98
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Thu 10/95:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/127:05 amDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$99
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Wed 10/85:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/147:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$100
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Sat 10/45:24 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 36mSpirit Airlines
Sat 10/117:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$101
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Sat 10/187:00 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 40mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/216:29 pmDTW - TPA
1 stop5h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$102
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Sun 10/55:10 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 37mSpirit Airlines
Mon 10/139:15 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$103
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Wed 10/15:45 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/107:05 amDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 29mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/16$104
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Wed 10/15:45 amTPA - DTW
Nonstop2h 30mSpirit Airlines
Fri 10/39:11 pmDTW - TPA
Nonstop2h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/17$107

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Tampa 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 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Fri 10/24

5:25 pm-12:05 am

1 stop6h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

6:55 am-1:25 pm

2 stops6h 30m

$184

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Sat 11/1

9:00 am-5:45 pm

2 stops8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

6:10 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$184

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Fri 12/19

6:20 am-9:05 am

Nonstop2h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/5

7:00 am-9:54 am

Nonstop2h 54m

$199

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Thu 12/18

6:08 pm-8:56 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

8:33 am-11:20 am

Nonstop2h 47m

$199

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Mon 12/22

8:15 pm-11:03 pm

Nonstop2h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/3

8:33 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$199

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Wed 10/1

11:10 am-6:25 pm

2 stops7h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

6:40 am-4:40 pm

2 stops10h 00m

$208

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Wed 12/3

4:30 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/3

6:35 am-11:35 am

1 stop5h 00m

$208

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Sun 1/25

6:50 am-3:30 pm

2 stops8h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

6:35 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 25m

$229

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Sun 12/21

10:13 am-12:58 pm

Nonstop2h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

8:33 am-11:22 am

Nonstop2h 49m

$239

TampaDetroit

TPA - DTW

TPADTW

Tampa

Thu 11/27

6:20 am-9:02 am

Nonstop2h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/29

2:24 pm-5:03 pm

Nonstop2h 39m

$248

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The best insider tips for Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airlines
Spirit Airlines

Spirit's Big Front Seats offer 11 inches more legroom, ideal for comfort on short flights.


Spirit's self-service bag drop saves time; print your boarding pass to avoid extra fees.

Read more about Spirit Airlinesby Daniel Scheffler
Frontier

Frontier's UpFront Plus seats guarantee an empty middle seat for added comfort.


Frontier's Zone 1 boarding is available with a carry-on purchase or special fare bundle.

Read more about Frontierby Marisa Garcia
Airports
TPA

Reserve your parking spot in advance at TPA to ensure availability, especially during peak travel times.

Read more about TPAby Ramsey Qubein
DTW

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

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Spirit Airlines

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

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Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Expert on Frontier

Marisa Garcia

Marisa Garcia

Marisa knows planes inside and out, spending 16 years working on aircraft in hangars at airports around the world. She is an aviation industry expert, specialized in airline interiors and regulations. Ten years ago, she pivoted to journalism. She shares her insights in leading aviation, travel, and business publications and on her site FlightChic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on TPA

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Best time to book a flight from Tampa to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Tampa to Detroit. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 64 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

Find hourly flight availability from Tampa 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 19, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Tampa to Detroit. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 19, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta, American Airlines, and Spirit Airlines from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,030 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,171 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,964 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

pilar,May 2025

RSW - ATL

The stewardess was not very nice because I requested two glasses of water. She didn’t even offer the snacks to me. She seemed angry and I felt very bad about her reaction. Also, the flight was full and you could not move. The airline should provide seats for obese people in consideration to the rest pf the passengers.

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from Tampa. Booking flights from Tampa (TPA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) should be relatively easy as there are 11 daily flights to Detroit from 4 different airlines. 2h 30m is how long a flight from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County will take if you book a nonstop flight.

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

    Departing from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport will take you 2h 45m. Airlines will cover a distance of 985 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Currently priced at $83, Spirit Airlines will fly you from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and back. In addition to Spirit Airlines, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Frontier and Delta - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $86 and $139, respectively. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 58% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Tampa, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Korean Air (93%), Spirit Airlines (86%), Virgin Atlantic( 83%).

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

    The cheapest flight price from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $38. On average you can expect to pay $375. The most popular route, (Tampa - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $76.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Tampa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Tampa 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 4 airlines flying from Tampa to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Tampa 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 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$83Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$86Average$169FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$196Average$271FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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