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$268+ Cheap flights from Waterloo, IA to Detroit (ALO - 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 4/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ALO — DTT
Feb 23 — Mar 21
Mon 2/23
Mon 3/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Waterloo to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Waterloo to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Waterloo to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 24, 2026.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/35:20 am
ALO
-
DTW
1 stop3h 36m
American Airlines
Thu 4/308:24 am
DTW
-
ALO
1 stop6h 24m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$289
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/66:00 am
ALO
-
DTW
1 stop3h 54m
American Airlines
Tue 2/104:30 pm
DTW
-
ALO
1 stop6h 53m
American Airlines
Deal found 1/22$319

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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Expedia
3 stars

Round-trip from

$289
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$268
(American Airlines)
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Waterloo to Detroit that are best for you.

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Waterloo

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WaterlooDetroit

ALO - DTW

ALODTW

Waterloo

Tue 3/3

5:20 am-9:56 am

1 stop3h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/30

8:24 am-1:48 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$289

WaterlooDetroit

ALO - DTW

ALODTW

Waterloo

Fri 2/6

6:00 am-10:54 am

1 stop3h 54m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

4:30 pm-10:23 pm

1 stop6h 53m

$319

WaterlooDetroit

ALO - DTW

ALODTW

Waterloo

Sun 4/12

6:00 am-12:42 pm

1 stop5h 42m

$268

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Deals found on 1/23

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Waterloo to Detroit in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 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 Waterloo, Iowa-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Waterloo, Iowa-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Waterloo, Iowa-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Waterloo, Iowa-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust Expedia the most. Expedia 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 Waterloo, Iowa-Detroit flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit (average of $147). Flying from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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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  • How long is the flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit?

    For as low as $289, American Airlines can have you in Detroit from Waterloo, Iowa in 3h 36m. Airlines will cover a distance of 462 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Waterloo 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 Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit (average of $147). Flying from Waterloo, Iowa to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $307). 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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