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$68+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to District of Columbia

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 1/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — IAD
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to District of Columbia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/1712:24 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop7h 28mFrontier
Wed 11/198:40 amIAD - DTW
1 stop8h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:20 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop28h 39mFrontier
Sat 12/132:00 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop26h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/86:29 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Thu 11/136:00 amIAD - DTW
1 stop11h 16mFrontier
Deal found 10/28$143
This Flightnetwork deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Flightnetwork is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/55:20 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop28h 39mFrontier
Mon 12/88:00 amDCA - DTW
1 stop8h 19mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 12/411:58 amDTW - IAD
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Wed 12/109:00 amIAD - DTW
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$147
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 11/86:29 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Wed 11/128:40 amIAD - DTW
1 stop8h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$150
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 12/37:30 amDTW - IAD
1 stop6h 59mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/55:19 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop14h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$152
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/411:58 amDTW - IAD
1 stop11h 12mFrontier
Sun 12/79:20 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop11h 00mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$155
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:12 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop7h 47mJetBlue
Sat 11/154:55 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 10/29$161
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. 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 11/136:12 amDTW - IAD
2 stops32h 06mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/178:37 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop13h 21mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$162
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. 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.
Sun 11/96:14 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 57mFrontier
Sat 11/155:58 amIAD - DTW
1 stop11h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$163
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. 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 Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/143:12 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop7h 47mJetBlue
Tue 11/184:55 pmDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 02mJetBlue
Deal found 10/30$164

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to District of Columbia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to District of Columbia flight deals. Data was last updated October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

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3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Priceline)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$240

Good round-trip deal

$240 or less

Good one-way deal

$152 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to District of Columbia 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 October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to District of Columbia that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

District of Columbia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/13

7:40 pm-9:14 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/14

10:13 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

8:44 am-10:24 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 11/27

1:00 pm-2:41 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

7:45 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

8:25 am-10:07 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/22

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

6:06 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

2:35 pm-4:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 12/4

8:20 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 42m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/18

10:03 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 12/29

10:00 am-11:41 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/10

5:28 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 31m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/14

6:02 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

3:03 pm-4:36 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 12/14

6:02 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 11/27

6:06 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/31

9:15 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 1/2

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 DTT to DC?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to District of Columbia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit to District of Columbia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 30% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to District of Columbia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to District of Columbia. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to District of Columbia?

Reviews of airlines servicing District of Columbia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to District of Columbia. 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 District of Columbia. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit to District of Columbia. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,122 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Entertainment

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    For a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    Departing from Detroit to District of Columbia will take you 1h 34m. The distance from Detroit to District of Columbia is about 383 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to District of Columbia one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is United Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $99. However, be on the lookout for offers from JetBlue and Southwest, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to District of Columbia for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to District of Columbia are Sun Country Air (100%), Avianca (95%) and ANA (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to District of Columbia? While on average our users pay $1,222, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $115. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around $161.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to District of Columbia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to District of Columbia 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 Detroit to District of Columbia?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to District of Columbia in April is currently the most expensive (average of $78). 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 Detroit to District of Columbia

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to District of Columbia. 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 October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$46Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$52Average$137FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$112Average$252FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$282FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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