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$63+ Cheap flights from Richmond to Detroit (RIC - 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 8/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
RIC — DTT
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Richmond Byrd Intl to Detroit All airports are usually found in May or October, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Richmond to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Richmond (RIC) 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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$130
(Priceline)

One-way from

$63
(FlightHub)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$503

Good round-trip deal

$277 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 or less
From Richmond Byrd Intl to Detroit (DTT)
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Cheapest flights from Richmond to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Richmond to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 3, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
Sun 8/175:18 pmRIC - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mSpirit Airlines
Thu 8/282:50 pmDTW - RIC
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/2$130
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/311:48 pmRIC - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 8/78:03 amDTW - RIC
1 stop8h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/1$158

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Detroit

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Price

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/17

5:18 pm-7:08 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/28

2:50 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$130

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 7/31

1:48 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/7

8:03 am-4:10 pm

1 stop8h 07m

$158

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 8/10

1:48 pm-3:33 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$63

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/4

6:10 am-6:45 pm

2 stops12h 35m

$99

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Tue 7/29

6:00 am-10:37 am

1 stop4h 37m

$124

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Thu 9/4

6:15 am-3:33 pm

1 stop9h 18m

$204

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/9

8:06 pm-8:34 am

1 stop12h 28m

$225

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Fri 8/8

5:17 pm-7:06 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$259

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Deals found on 7/3

Best time to book a flight from Richmond to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Richmond to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Richmond to Detroit is 87 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Richmond to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 RIC to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Richmond 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 July 3, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Richmond to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 75% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Richmond to Detroit. Price data was last updated on June 29, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Richmond to Detroit flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 July 3, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Richmond to Detroit. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,982 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,916 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,086 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,266 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Richmond to Detroit, you will be flying from Byrd Intl to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) take 1h 45m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Byrd Intl to Detroit per day from 3 airlines.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Richmond to Detroit round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($130), offers the cheapest pricing from Richmond to Detroit. Spirit Airlines is priced at 72% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Spirit Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $63. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and JetBlue, as they are both options that can get you from Richmond to Detroit for a low price.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Richmond to Detroit consider choosing Endeavor Airlines (100%), Korean Air (95%) or Aeromexico (95%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Richmond to Detroit?

    On average you can expect to pay $622 for a flight from Richmond to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $120 while the most popular route, (Richmond Byrd Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $128.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Richmond to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Richmond to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 Richmond to Detroit

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Richmond 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$64Average$176FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$258Average$390FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$299Average$445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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