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$83+ Cheap flights from Buffalo to Detroit (BUF - DTT)

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 12/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BUF — DTT
Oct 11 — Oct 181
Sat 10/11
Sat 10/18
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Buffalo to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Buffalo (BUF) to Detroit (DTT). 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

$154
(Frontier)

One-way from

$83
(Southwest)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$299

Good round-trip deal

$270 or less

Good one-way deal

$165 or less
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Cheapest flights from Buffalo to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Buffalo to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 11, 2025.

This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$154
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 10/27:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Sun 10/56:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$156
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/194:57 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop7h 49mFrontier
Sat 9/2711:45 amDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$165
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/226:00 amBUF - DTW
1 stop6h 05mSouthwest
Wed 10/221:30 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/11$175
This Kiwi.com 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:22 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop18h 14mFrontier
Sun 9/289:39 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/9$176
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Sun 9/149:39 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 07mFrontier
Deal found 9/10$184
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 9/187:41 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop13h 03mFrontier
Mon 9/296:10 amDTW - BUF
1 stop9h 53mFrontier
Deal found 9/11$185
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/183:50 pmBUF - DTW
1 stop6h 25mSouthwest
Tue 10/211:30 pmDTW - BUF
1 stop6h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 9/9$198
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.
Fri 10/107:30 pmBUF - DTW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Tue 10/147:10 amDTW - BUF
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 9/10$199
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.
Tue 11/47:40 amBUF - DTW
1 stop10h 39mAmerican Airlines
Tue 11/188:00 amDTW - BUF
1 stop15h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/10$207

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Detroit that are best for you.

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Buffalo

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 10/2

7:41 pm-8:44 am

1 stop13h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/5

6:10 am-4:02 pm

1 stop9h 52m

$156

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 9/19

4:57 pm-12:46 am

1 stop7h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/27

11:45 am-6:14 pm

1 stop6h 29m

$165

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Wed 10/22

6:00 am-12:05 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/22

1:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$175

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 9/25

6:22 pm-12:36 pm

1 stop18h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

9:39 am-6:46 pm

1 stop9h 07m

$176

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Sat 10/18

3:50 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

1:30 pm-8:10 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$198

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 10/24

12:49 pm-2:06 pm

Nonstop1h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

5:40 pm-6:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Tue 11/4

7:30 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

9:45 pm-10:57 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 10/10

7:30 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

7:10 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Fri 10/10

6:20 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/20

7:10 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$199

BuffaloDetroit

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

Thu 10/16

9:03 am-10:18 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

7:10 am-8:23 am

Nonstop1h 13m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Buffalo with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Buffalo to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Buffalo to Detroit 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 BUF to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Detroit in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 33% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Buffalo to Detroit?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Buffalo to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta from Buffalo 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.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,960 reviews

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kymberlee,Oct 2024

JFK - ATL

Overall it was good on the flight. Before the flight with checking the bag at JFK was a nightmare. It took way too long and the Delta concierge was very rude to everyone. But other than that it was fine.

Related info for your journey

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

    Booking a flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Detroit All airports (DTT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Buffalo to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 11 flights from Buffalo to All airports, all of which are around 1h 15m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

    For as low as $175, Frontier can have you in Detroit from Buffalo in 6h 05m. The distance from Buffalo to Detroit is about 240 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Buffalo to Detroit round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Detroit round-trip from $269. You may be able to fly from Buffalo to Detroit for 24% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Buffalo to Detroit?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit from Buffalo, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Aeromexico (92%), Korean Air (89%), WestJet( 88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Buffalo to Detroit is generally $506, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $108. When looking at the most popular route, (Buffalo - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $198 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Buffalo 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 Buffalo to Detroit?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Buffalo to Detroit 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 airline flying from Buffalo to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Buffalo 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
DeltaCheapest$269Average$408FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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