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$91+ Cheap flights from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 3/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — DTW
Jan 11 — Jan 181
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in July or September, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Dulles Intl to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 12, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/315:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/55:45 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Wed 1/79:30 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mDelta
Deal found 12/10$193
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/309:58 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop10h 55mFrontier
Thu 1/110:49 amDTW - IAD
1 stop7h 27mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$195
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Wed 12/316:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Sun 1/49:30 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 38mDelta
Deal found 12/10$199
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/295:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Fri 1/25:45 amDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/10$204
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Fri 12/266:59 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop5h 53mDelta
Thu 1/14:05 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Deal found 12/10$224
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Thu 12/258:24 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:49 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/11$235
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/11. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/189:41 amIAD - DTW
1 stop28h 12mFrontier
Sun 12/216:25 amDTW - IAD
1 stop9h 28mFrontier
Deal found 12/11$238
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/10. 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.
Mon 12/296:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mDelta
Thu 1/15:19 amDTW - IAD
1 stop4h 30mDelta
Deal found 12/10$239

Find flight deals from Dulles Intl to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Dulles Intl (IAD) 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 December 12, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$173
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$91
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$280

Good round-trip deal

$265 or less

Good one-way deal

$188 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
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From Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($22 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 December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Dulles Intl

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Detroit

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Price

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/9

8:25 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

5:20 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

9:30 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 1/16

8:25 am-10:08 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/18

2:40 pm-4:16 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

5:15 pm-7:04 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/5

5:45 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/24

12:38 pm-2:25 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

9:35 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$197

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 1/22

11:37 am-10:44 am

1 stop23h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

3:14 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop21h 22m

$198

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/4

9:30 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$199

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 12/31

8:24 am-10:06 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/2

5:45 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$204

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/24

6:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/31

10:10 am-11:49 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$209

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/17

6:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

9:30 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$209

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Dulles Intl to Detroit in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl 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. Dulles Intl Airport-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. Dulles Intl 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 Dulles Intl to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Dulles Intl to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 5, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should look to book at least 47 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $89). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 IAD to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Dulles Intl 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 December 12, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 26% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Dulles Intl to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 6, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings 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.

The best insider tips for Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
IAD

Check-in at IAD can be crowded in the afternoon and evening. Arrive early to navigate the busy area smoothly.

DTW

For a quick ride to downtown Detroit, use the Detroit Air Xpress. It offers luxury buses with comfy seats and free Wi-Fi.

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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 December 12, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and Frontier from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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.

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Overall

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. Dulles Intl?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl; the airport handles an average of 23 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl. 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like United Airlines and Delta fly from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 1h 43m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 383 mi. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($46), Delta ($135), and United Airlines ($164) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Frontier is currently priced 83% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Frontier ($78), Delta ($89), and United Airlines ($89).

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

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (100%) or SkyWest Airlines (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $119. While the most popular route (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $146 on average, our data indicates $428 when flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Dulles Intl to Detroit?

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $89). Flying from Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $179). 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 3 airlines flying from Dulles Intl to Detroit

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$59Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$152Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$178Average$297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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