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$72+ Cheap flights from District of Columbia to Detroit (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 3/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IAD — DTT
Mar 5 — Mar 121
Thu 3/5
Thu 3/12
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from District of Columbia to Detroit

Cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from District of Columbia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 3, 2026.

This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/67:59 pm
DCA
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DTW
Nonstop1h 47m
Delta
Mon 3/95:30 pm
DTW
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/2$189
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/1210:10 pm
IAD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 47m
United Airlines
Tue 3/247:36 pm
DTW
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 37m
United Airlines
Deal found 2/3$189
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Tue 2/178:00 am
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop15h 55m
Frontier
Wed 2/188:30 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop10h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$192
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/192:00 pm
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop21h 04m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 2/239:56 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop5h 03m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$193
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Thu 4/27:30 am
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop4h 32m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/84:22 pm
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop29h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/96:20 am
IAD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 52m
Frontier
Thu 3/125:07 pm
DTW
-
IAD
1 stop7h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$194
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/3. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/166:20 am
IAD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 54m
Frontier
Sun 4/191:46 pm
DTW
-
IAD
1 stop17h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 2/3$195
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/242:00 pm
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop9h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 7/27:30 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop7h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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 3/126:30 am
IAD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 42m
Frontier
Wed 4/225:09 pm
DTW
-
IAD
2 stops14h 18m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$197
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/1. 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.
Wed 2/252:00 pm
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Sun 3/16:00 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop15h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 2/1$199
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Tue 3/107:00 am
IAD
-
DTW
2 stops14h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 3/125:07 pm
DTW
-
IAD
1 stop7h 24m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/2$199
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/2. 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.
Sat 2/216:00 pm
DCA
-
DTW
1 stop29h 55m
Frontier
Sat 3/711:54 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop24h 08m
Frontier
Deal found 2/2$200

Find flight deals from District of Columbia to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for District of Columbia to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated February 3, 2026.

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3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$189
(Delta)

One-way from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$238

Good round-trip deal

$229 or less

Good one-way deal

$214 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from District of Columbia to Detroit that are best for you.

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District of Columbia

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Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/9

9:40 am-11:18 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/13

3:03 pm-4:34 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 5/7

8:45 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

10:00 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/28

12:59 pm-2:42 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/1

7:10 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 8/1

10:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/3

6:00 am-7:34 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/10

7:59 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/12

5:30 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 2/21

6:03 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/23

7:10 am-8:53 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 4/24

7:56 pm-9:36 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

5:30 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

7:59 pm-9:46 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/21

4:13 pm-5:47 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 3/19

6:00 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/23

5:30 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/9

9:40 am-11:18 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/12

9:22 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from District of Columbia with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from District of Columbia to Detroit

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit (average of $47). Flying from District of Columbia to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 DC to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.

It’s optimal to fly from District of Columbia to Detroit in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from District of Columbia to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from District of Columbia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on January 31, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their District of Columbia to Detroit 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.

Weekly flight availability from District of Columbia to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.

The most flights from USDC to DTT are scheduled on a Tuesday (23 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from District of Columbia to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from District of Columbia?

    Most people fly into Detroit All airports (DTT) if they book a flight to Detroit from District of Columbia. All airports is conveniently located just 0.6 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from District of Columbia to Detroit in about 1h 38m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. District of Columbia and Detroit are separated by a distance of 405 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from District of Columbia to Detroit one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $36. However, be on the lookout for offers from Frontier and Delta, as they are both options that can get you from District of Columbia to Detroit for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from District of Columbia to Detroit on time: Republic Airways (87%), Mesa Airlines (78%), United Airlines (77%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from District of Columbia to Detroit? While on average our users pay $593, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $128. The most popular route (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from District of Columbia to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia to Detroit?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from District of Columbia to Detroit (average of $47). Flying from District of Columbia to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $129). 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 District of Columbia to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from District of Columbia 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 February 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$258FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$336FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$311FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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