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$48+ Cheap flights from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 3/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DTT
Mar 23 — Mar 301
Mon 3/23
Mon 3/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 21, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Mon 3/166:38 pm
BWI
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DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Mon 3/237:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Mon 3/236:32 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Mon 4/67:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/19$102
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 3/166:38 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Tue 3/179:02 am
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop5h 22m
Frontier
Deal found 2/20$117
This eDestinos deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 eDestinos is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 3/206:38 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Mon 3/237:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/20$119
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 3/136:38 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Mon 3/167:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/19$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/166:38 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Frontier
Wed 3/185:07 pm
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop7h 34m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$122
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 4/105:23 pm
BWI
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DTW
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Mon 4/137:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/18$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/17. 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 3/253:19 pm
BWI
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DTW
1 stop16h 48m
Frontier
Mon 3/307:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Deal found 2/17$126
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Sat 5/1611:57 am
BWI
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DTW
1 stop6h 19m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 5/185:09 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 29m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$128
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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.
Sat 4/117:00 pm
DCA
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DTW
Nonstop1h 50m
Delta
Mon 4/135:30 pm
DTW
-
DCA
Nonstop1h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$189
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/18. 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 3/136:00 am
IAD
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DTW
Nonstop1h 43m
Delta
Mon 3/169:30 pm
DTW
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 29m
Delta
Deal found 2/18$189
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/21. 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.
Mon 3/238:00 am
DCA
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DTW
1 stop13h 42m
Frontier
Tue 3/2411:54 am
DTW
-
DCA
1 stop10h 05m
Frontier
Deal found 2/21$190

Find flight deals from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Washington, D.C. (WAS) 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 February 21, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$97
(Super.com)

One-way from

$48
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

June

Average price

$309

Good round-trip deal

$246 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Washington, D.C. 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 21, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit that are best for you.

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Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 3/18

12:29 pm-2:08 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/30

9:22 pm-10:51 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 7/22

12:35 pm-2:14 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/27

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

7:05 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 38m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 4/16

8:35 am-10:14 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

2:00 pm-3:36 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 4/2

6:00 am-7:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/8

3:03 pm-4:35 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/24

10:13 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/7

6:10 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/10

7:05 am-8:37 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 4/24

5:10 pm-6:51 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/25

7:47 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 7/30

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/3

5:45 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$189

Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 3/17

5:10 pm-6:55 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/24

2:40 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$189

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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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Washington, D.C.-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Washington, D.C.-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Washington, D.C.-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C.-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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit

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

Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Price data was last updated on February 20, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 67 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit (average of $47). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 WAS to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 21, 2026.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 25% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Price data was last updated on February 17, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Washington, D.C. 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 21, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. 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 February 21, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit, such as Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,334 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,333 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,481 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,046 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,227 reviews

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. 6 airlines have flights to All airports from Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit All airports should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 35 inbound flights from Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Departing from Washington, D.C. to Detroit will take you 1h 35m. The distance from Washington, D.C. to Detroit is about 408 mi. All flights are typically nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier ($46), Southwest ($129), and Delta ($135) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Frontier is currently priced 82% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Washington, D.C. to Detroit one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $78 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $89 and Delta from $89 one-way.

  • What are the most popular routes from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    The most popular flight routes from Washington, D.C. to Detroit are Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Baltimore/Washington - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Consider CommutAir (100%), Mesa Airlines (91%) or Republic Airways (79%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Washington, D.C. to Detroit is $123. On average you can expect to pay $511. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $189.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

    Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit (average of $47). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $141). 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 Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Washington, D.C. 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 21, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$46Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$129Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$165Average$298FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$314FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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