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$52+ Cheap flights from Houston to Detroit (DTT)

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HOU — DTT
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Houston to Detroit
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This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/68:16 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$205
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Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/910:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$207
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Mon 12/295:46 amIAH - DTW
1 stop9h 42mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/68:16 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$209
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/78:16 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$217
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/512:15 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$220
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Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/84:43 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop8h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$223
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/288:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Wed 1/78:16 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$224
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Tue 12/308:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/103:10 pmDTW - IAH
1 stop8h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/21$225
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/288:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Tue 1/68:16 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 13mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$226
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sun 12/288:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/910:59 amDTW - IAH
Nonstop3h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$227
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Sat 12/278:30 pmIAH - DTW
Nonstop2h 46mSpirit Airlines
Fri 1/911:00 amDTW - IAH
1 stop5h 19mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 12/22$236
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Tue 12/304:21 pmHOU - DTW
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/55:07 amDTW - HOU
1 stop5h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$349

Find flight deals from Houston to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Houston (HO1) 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 December 23, 2025.

Round-trip from

$101
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$52
(Kiwi.com)

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January

Average price

$227
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Houston 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 December 23, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Houston to Detroit that are best for you.

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HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

5:05 am-1:30 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

9:37 am-11:58 am

Nonstop3h 21m

$115

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Wed 2/11

7:45 am-7:07 pm

1 stop10h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/12

9:27 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$117

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/13

1:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/15

9:27 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$126

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/13

1:30 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/14

9:27 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$128

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Fri 2/13

7:38 pm-7:41 am

1 stop11h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/14

9:27 pm-11:48 pm

Nonstop3h 21m

$143

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 4/2

6:41 pm-10:27 pm

Nonstop2h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

6:45 am-8:54 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$148

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 3/12

4:46 pm-8:36 pm

Nonstop2h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

6:45 am-8:54 am

Nonstop3h 09m

$148

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Mon 1/12

7:27 pm-7:41 am

1 stop11h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/16

5:05 am-3:19 pm

1 stop11h 14m

$149

HoustonDetroit

IAH - DTW

IAHDTW

Houston George Bush Intcntl

Thu 1/15

4:35 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop6h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

11:00 am-3:19 pm

1 stop5h 19m

$152

HoustonDetroit

HOU - DTW

HOUDTW

Houston Hobby

Wed 2/11

2:15 pm-9:55 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/12

5:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop8h 10m

$199

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Best time to book a flight from Houston to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Houston to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 19, 2025.

Booking 26 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Houston to Detroit. 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 Houston to Detroit?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Detroit (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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 HOU to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Houston 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 23, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 26% on flights from Houston to Detroit by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Houston to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Houston to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday at noon 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Houston to Detroit?

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 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Houston to Detroit have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,015 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,106 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,194 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,074 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,255 reviews

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Houston 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 Houston?

    Detroit All airports (DTT) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Houston to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to All airports from Houston; the airport handles an average of 0 inbound flights from Houston per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Houston. It is only a 0.6 mi journey from All airports (DTT) to Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Houston to Detroit?

    A quick flight from Houston to Detroit can take about 6h 40m. Spirit Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $199. Houston and Detroit are separated by a distance of 1092 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($54), Spirit Airlines ($82), and Delta ($130) offers the cheapest pricing from Houston to Detroit. Users have found that Frontier is 76% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $43. Users have also found prices from $46 and $98 on Spirit Airlines and United Airlines, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston to Detroit (average of $45). Flying from Houston to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $135). 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 Houston to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Houston 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$57Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$86Average$174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$149Average$288FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$179Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$186Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$198Average$301FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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