Cheap flights from Buffalo to Detroit (BUF - DTT) from $80

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/20. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
BUF — DTT
sep. 26 — oct. 31

The best prices from Buffalo to Detroit All airports are usually found in May or July, booked 53 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Detroit (DTT)

All the information you need to plan the best BUF to DTT flight in 2023: compare Buffalo to Detroit flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Detroit.

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

$218

One-way from

$96
High demand for flights, 31% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 31% potential price drop
From Buffalo to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Buffalo to Detroit (DTT)

BUF - DTT

Price

$218 - $402

DTT

Temperature

24.8 - 73.4 °F

DTT

Rainfall

1.8 - 3.1 inches

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

Wednesday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Buffalo to Detroit. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Detroit.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

To save on the cost of your flight from Buffalo to Detroit, book at least 54 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 70% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from $390 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as $509.

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

Flights from Buffalo to Detroit lean towards being more expensive in February. Prices are generally better when you fly from Buffalo to Detroit in May, with the cheapest ticket starting at $237.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Buffalo to Detroit (BUF - DTT)?

When flying from Buffalo to Detroit, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Buffalo to Detroit

Take a peek at the cheapest American Airlines flights we've detected traveling from Buffalo to Detroit. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap Delta flights from Buffalo to Detroit

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Cheap Buffalo to Detroit flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for BUF to DTT flights for September, October
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Buffalo to Detroit 2023 flight deals

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One-way flights to Detroit from Buffalo

The cheapest one-way flights from Buffalo to Detroit
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BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

vie. 10/20

1 stop7h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 10/23

1 stop7h 58m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

mar. 10/10

1 stop6h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 10/13

1 stop8h 33m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

jue. 11/9

1 stop5h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/13

1 stop3h 58m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

sáb. 10/28

1 stop23h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/4

1 stop19h 07m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

sáb. 11/18

1 stop27h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/20

1 stop25h 52m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

sáb. 11/18

1 stop4h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/20

1 stop8h 10m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

sáb. 10/28

2 stops9h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 11/4

1 stop11h 17m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

vie. 10/20

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 10/23

Nonstop1h 07m

BuffaloDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

BUF - DTW

BUFDTW

Buffalo

sáb. 11/18

2 stops15h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 11/20

1 stop11h 10m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Buffalo to Detroit, such as American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

JetBlue
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,018 reviews

Boarding

8.0

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Buffalo to Detroit flights.

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 14 flights from Buffalo to All airports, all of which are around 1h 08m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from Buffalo to Detroit.

Can I find flights from Buffalo to Detroit for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Buffalo to Detroit for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just $164, but on average you can expect to pay $334.

Are there nonstop flights from Buffalo to Detroit for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 4 direct flights from Buffalo to Detroit under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Buffalo to Detroit is less than $400.

What days are nonstop flights available from Buffalo to Detroit?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Monday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Buffalo to Detroit on average per day?

On average 6 flights depart from Buffalo to Detroit per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 50% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 50% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

For as low as $174, Frontier can have you in Detroit from Buffalo in 5h 05m. The distance from Buffalo to Detroit is about 241 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Buffalo to Detroit round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Buffalo to Detroit round-trip from $174. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $191, and American Airlines, from $290. You may be able to fly from Buffalo to Detroit for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Buffalo to Detroit one-way?

The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $82. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from Buffalo to Detroit for a low price.

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: Air France (93%), Endeavor Airlines (89%), WestJet( 88%).

What are the cheapest flights from Buffalo to Detroit?

While on average a flight from Buffalo to Detroit is generally $888, 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 $144 for that flight.

What does BUF to DTW mean?

BUF and DTW are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. BUF to DTW refers to a flight route from Buffalo Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Top airline flying from Buffalo to Detroit

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Buffalo to Detroit choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$277Average$372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from Buffalo to Detroit

See what time of day planes typically take off from Buffalo to Detroit
40%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
21%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
39%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Buffalo to Detroit

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Buffalo to Detroit
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