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$32+ 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 8/31. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
WAS — DTT
Aug 26 — Sep 21
Wed 8/26
Wed 9/2
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 July 27, 2026.

This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 9/63:06 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:21 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$117
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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.
Thu 8/139:49 am
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Sat 8/1512:50 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$118
This Super.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/213:30 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 8/245:21 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$123
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Fri 8/149:49 am
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 43m
Frontier
Sat 8/1512:50 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/206:45 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop6h 54m
Frontier
Mon 8/245:21 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$126
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/25. 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.
Thu 9/33:30 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Mon 9/75:21 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/25$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/203:30 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Fri 8/218:46 pm
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop10h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$130
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/26. 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 8/203:30 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 42m
Frontier
Tue 8/256:00 am
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop6h 24m
Frontier
Deal found 7/26$131
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 8/156:35 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop7h 09m
Frontier
Mon 8/1712:50 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Deal found 7/24$132
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/21. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/128:00 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop6h 39m
Frontier
Mon 9/1412:49 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 35m
Frontier
Deal found 7/21$134
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/23. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/2010:20 pm
IAD
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
United Airlines
Thu 8/276:00 am
DTW
-
IAD
Nonstop1h 31m
United Airlines
Deal found 7/23$184
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/24. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/173:30 pm
DCA
-
DTW
2 stops7h 05m
Southwest
Thu 8/202:40 pm
DTW
-
DCA
2 stops7h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 7/24$185

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 July 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$117
(Super.com)

One-way from

$32
(Booking.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$315

Good round-trip deal

$243 or less

Good one-way deal

$158 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 July 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/31

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/2

5:35 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$155

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 10/10

6:10 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/12

7:10 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$157

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/24

3:15 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/26

5:35 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$170

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/17

8:45 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/19

8:45 am-4:25 pm

2 stops7h 40m

$170

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 8/17

5:40 pm-10:35 pm

1 stop4h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$180

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 9/9

8:15 am-3:00 pm

2 stops6h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/16

6:25 am-11:05 am

1 stop4h 40m

$180

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 8/18

2:50 pm-9:50 pm

2 stops7h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

2:40 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 55m

$185

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 8/17

3:30 pm-10:35 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$185

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 8/18

6:05 am-1:40 pm

2 stops7h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/20

2:40 pm-10:30 pm

2 stops7h 50m

$185

BaltimoreDetroit

BWI - DTW

BWIDTW

Baltimore/Washington

Thu 8/20

6:15 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/25

10:10 am-11:42 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$187

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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 July.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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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Everything you need to know about your flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit (average of $247). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in May is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 July 27, 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 at noon.

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 July 27, 2026.

The most flights from WAS to DTT are scheduled on a Sunday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (35 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Washington, D.C. to Detroit?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Washington, D.C. to Detroit flights typically cost between $163 and $300 in September.
The cheapest round-trip price found within the last 5 days was $117 on Frontier (Sep 6-Sep 7).

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

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 80 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 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 July 25, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Washington, D.C. to Detroit flight should consider departing on Wednesday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday 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 July 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Washington, D.C. to Detroit, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Delta
7.8
Good
8,487 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
10,039 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,844 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.
Frontier
5.6
Fair
2,762 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,231 reviews

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Libby,Jun 2026

TUS - LAS

One delay in a 2 layover flight=a good trip. The crew was great.

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. 5 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 40 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 30m. 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 ($59), Delta ($152), and United Airlines ($189) offers the cheapest pricing from Washington, D.C. to Detroit. Frontier is currently priced 79% 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 $86 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include United Airlines from $89 and Southwest from $91 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. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Baltimore/Washington - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

    Consider GoJet (100%), SkyWest Airlines (91%) or Aeromexico (85%) 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 $135. On average you can expect to pay $611. The most popular route, (Washington, D.C. Reagan-National - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $175.

  • 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Washington, D.C. to Detroit (average of $247). Flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit in May is currently the most expensive (average of $335). 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 5 airlines flying from Washington, D.C. to Detroit

Discover the top 5 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 July 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$49Average$190FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$107Average$308FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
American AirlinesCheapest$189Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$206Average$320FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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