Cheap flights from McAllen to Detroit (MFE - DTT) from $179

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

The best prices from McAllen Miller Intl to Detroit All airports are usually found in February or March, booked 47 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

How to find the cheapest flight from McAllen (MFE) to Detroit (DTT)

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

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$817

Round-trip from

$218
High demand for flights, 43% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 29% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From McAllen Miller Intl to Detroit (DTT)

MFE - 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 McAllen to Detroit?

Departing on a Wednesday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 6% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Travelers have found it’s best to book a flight 48 days in advance to save up to 32% compared to booking the same week of travel. As your travel date approaches, the cost of this flight route may potentially increase. While opting to book 48 days out may not be an option for all, there are still additional ways to secure a deal in the near future. You might find a flight from McAllen to Detroit 1-2 weeks in advance for as low as $626, or $673 for flights within the next 24 hours.

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

Our data shows that February tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Detroit from McAllen. Users have commonly found prices around $604 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $315. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from McAllen to Detroit (MFE - DTT)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from McAllen to Detroit as you normally would.

Cheap United Airlines flights from McAllen to Detroit

Take a peek at the cheapest United Airlines flights we've detected traveling from McAllen to Detroit. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.

Cheap American Airlines flights from McAllen to Detroit

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Cheap McAllen to Detroit flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for MFE to DTT flights for September, October
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McAllen to Detroit 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Detroit from McAllen found for this year
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One-way flights to Detroit from McAllen

The cheapest one-way flights from McAllen to Detroit
Users traveling one-way from McAllen to Detroit can select one of these great deals. For those needing a return trip from McAllen, there is a search form available above.

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$357 - $518

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McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 12/8

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/11

1 stop8h 10m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 12/8

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/11

2 stops13h 42m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Fri 12/8

2 stops10h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/11

2 stops11h 10m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/5

1 stop17h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/12

2 stops22h 57m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/5

2 stops14h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/12

2 stops22h 57m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Thu 10/5

1 stop17h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/12

1 stop14h 27m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 10/3

1 stop19h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/10

1 stop25h 50m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 10/3

2 stops12h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/10

1 stop17h 06m

McAllen Miller IntlDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

MFE - DTW

MFEDTW

McAllen Miller Intl

Tue 10/10

1 stop9h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/11

1 stop5h 44m

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Deals found on 9/20

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from McAllen to Detroit, such as United Airlines and American Airlines. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Small plane with tight seating but timely schedule and excellent crew that was very accommodating

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Small plane with tight seating but timely schedule and excellent crew that was very accommodating

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,887 reviews

Food

6.7

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

7.0

Overall

7.4

Reviews

1 / 10

Small plane with tight seating but timely schedule and excellent crew that was very accommodating

Related info for your journey

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

Can I find flights from McAllen to Detroit for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from McAllen to Detroit for under $400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on American Airlines for just $357, but on average you can expect to pay $513.

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

Our cheapest airline available from McAllen to Detroit is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $357 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is United Airlines, starting at $465. You may be able to fly from McAllen to Detroit for 40% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What does MFE to DTW mean?

MFE 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. MFE to DTW refers to a flight route from McAllen Miller Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Alternative routes for McAllen to Detroit

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Top 2 airlines flying from McAllen to Detroit

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from McAllen to Detroit choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$305Average$368FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$323Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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