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$28+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 1/26. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DTW
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/59:20 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Mon 12/812:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$94
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Mon 12/17:10 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Mon 12/812:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$95
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Mon 11/247:10 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Fri 11/289:48 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$97
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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 12/45:45 amBWI - DTW
1 stop5h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/1512:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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.
Sun 11/1611:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 11/1712:24 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop21h 56mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$102
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Tue 11/1810:00 amBWI - DTW
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Fri 11/219:48 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/4. 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.
Wed 11/1210:00 amBWI - DTW
1 stop7h 12mFrontier
Thu 11/137:28 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/4$111
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Mon 11/179:13 amBWI - DTW
1 stop7h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/223:05 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$113
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Mon 12/17:10 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Fri 12/512:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$116
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 11/209:36 pmBWI - DTW
1 stop11h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sat 11/223:05 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop8h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$119
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Thu 12/112:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop26h 19mFrontier
Mon 12/155:20 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop19h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$130
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Thu 12/115:45 amIAD - DTW
1 stop5h 18mFrontier
Mon 12/1510:36 amDTW - IAD
1 stop6h 49mFrontier
Deal found 11/3$130

Cheap flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$76
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$28
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$241

Good round-trip deal

$186 or less

Good one-way deal

$100 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Washington, D.C. (WAS)-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights.
From Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($29 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. (WAS) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/19

11:10 am-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/21

3:45 pm-5:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$97

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 1/9

10:25 am-3:30 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/11

5:10 am-6:40 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$127

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Fri 2/20

10:40 am-12:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/22

5:30 am-7:20 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$177

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 12/3

7:30 am-11:59 pm

2 stops16h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

7:42 pm-6:01 pm

2 stops22h 19m

$185

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/14

6:02 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/22

7:16 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

10:13 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

5:45 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

7:16 am-8:57 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 12/5

10:13 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/7

5:45 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 12/3

5:31 pm-7:13 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

5:28 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/3

8:20 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

5:45 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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.-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-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.-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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.-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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Washington, D.C. with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 81 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $47). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $76). 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 WAS to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 32% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 November 4, 2025.

The most flights from WAS to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
IAD

Expect long security queues at IAD, especially in the afternoon. Arrive early to navigate the main terminal's crowded check-in area efficiently.

Read more about IADby Ramsey Qubein
DTW

For a quick trip to downtown Detroit, take the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) from DTW. It offers luxury buses with Wi-Fi and takes about 30-45 minutes.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
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Ramsey Qubein

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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 November 4, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Food

7.3

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Washington, D.C.. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 38 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 1h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. Airlines will cover a distance of 408 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($128), Southwest ($129), and Delta ($155) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Frontier is currently priced 49% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Southwest, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $49. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing WestJet (96%), Air France (94%) or SkyWest Airlines (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $124. On average you can expect to pay $482. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $161.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $47). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $76). 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 6 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$51Average$153FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$60Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$184Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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