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$32+ Cheap flights from Raleigh to Detroit (RDU - 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 9/30. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RDU — DTT
Sep 2 — Sep 91
Wed 9/2
Wed 9/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Raleigh to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Raleigh to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on August 3, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/166:04 pm
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Sun 10/189:59 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop13h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 9/241:56 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop10h 46m
Frontier
Tue 9/293:25 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop9h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/156:35 am
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
Sun 10/186:50 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop17h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$166
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/96:35 am
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop8h 08m
Frontier
Sun 10/113:38 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop15h 52m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$167
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/3. 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 Super.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:29 pm
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Mon 8/242:43 pm
DTW
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 8/3$168
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/275:56 pm
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Sun 8/306:00 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop26h 32m
Frontier
Deal found 7/30$169
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Sat 8/2210:51 am
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 49m
Frontier
Wed 8/269:00 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop10h 21m
Frontier
Deal found 7/29$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 8/264:02 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop9h 02m
Frontier
Tue 9/16:00 am
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop17h 59m
Frontier
Deal found 7/31$171
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/1. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/74:02 pm
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop9h 02m
Frontier
Tue 9/86:40 pm
DTW
-
RDU
1 stop5h 19m
Frontier
Deal found 8/1$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/31. 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.
Wed 8/2610:50 am
RDU
-
DTW
1 stop8h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 8/314:37 pm
DTW
-
RDU
2 stops18h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 7/31$174
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/2. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 8/215:29 pm
RDU
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Frontier
Tue 9/111:17 am
DTW
-
RDU
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 8/2$175

Find flight deals from Raleigh to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Raleigh (RDU) 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 August 3, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$165
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$32
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$224

Good round-trip deal

$333 or less

Good one-way deal

$262 or less
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

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

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 8/27

6:05 am-1:39 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/31

4:37 pm-11:15 am

2 stops18h 38m

$172

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/28

9:59 pm-1:04 am

2 stops27h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/4

2:43 pm-4:27 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$175

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 9/16

6:15 am-1:40 pm

1 stop7h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/23

6:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop6h 40m

$179

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 9/1

6:45 am-3:00 pm

2 stops8h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/2

6:25 am-2:55 pm

2 stops8h 30m

$189

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/24

4:02 pm-9:20 am

1 stop17h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/29

7:30 pm-8:32 am

2 stops37h 02m

$204

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Fri 8/28

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/4

2:40 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$204
Quickest round-trip

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/1

5:34 am-7:16 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/5

7:00 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$219

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Sat 10/17

5:08 pm-6:56 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/20

9:59 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$229

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 10/15

5:20 am-7:08 am

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/21

7:00 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$229

RaleighDetroit

RDU - DTW

RDUDTW

Raleigh-Durham

Mon 8/24

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/29

1:20 pm-8:45 pm

2 stops7h 25m

$239

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Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Raleigh to Detroit in August.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Raleigh-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Raleigh-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Raleigh-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Raleigh-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Raleigh to Detroit

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Raleigh to Detroit

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Detroit (average of $156). Flying from Raleigh to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 RDU to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Raleigh 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 August 3, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Raleigh to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 80% on your trip compared to booking a flight at noon.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Raleigh to Detroit flights typically cost between $109 and $299 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $165 on Frontier (Sep 24-Sep 29).

How often are flights from Raleigh to Detroit delayed?

About 9% of weekly flights between Raleigh and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 136 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Raleigh to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights departing at night are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Raleigh to Detroit flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.

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

The price you pay for your flight from Raleigh to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Raleigh to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 1, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Raleigh to Detroit flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at noon 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 August 3, 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Delta and Frontier from Raleigh 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.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,485 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

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
7.8
Good
8,485 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,485 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

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
5.6
Fair
2,739 reviews
Delta
7.8
Good
8,485 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.8

Entertainment

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Danielle,Aug 2023

RSW - DTW

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

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

    If you book a flight from Raleigh to Detroit, you will be flying from Raleigh-Durham to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from Raleigh-Durham (RDU) take 1h 42m for a nonstop flight. There are 4 flights from Raleigh-Durham to Detroit per day from 3 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Raleigh to Detroit?

    For as low as $179, Frontier can have you in Detroit from Raleigh in 7h 25m. Raleigh and Detroit are separated by a distance of 501 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Currently priced at $62, Frontier will fly you from Raleigh to Detroit and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and American Airlines - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $139 and $298, respectively. Frontier is priced at 73% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Raleigh 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 $87 and $93 on JetBlue and American Airlines, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Raleigh to Detroit consider choosing Air France (86%), Aeromexico (85%) or Virgin Atlantic (85%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Raleigh to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Raleigh to Detroit is $125. On average you can expect to pay $850. The most popular route, (Raleigh-Durham - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $65.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Raleigh to Detroit (average of $156). Flying from Raleigh to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $381). 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 3 airlines flying from Raleigh to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Raleigh 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 August 3, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$62Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$139Average$331FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$298Average$448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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