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$65+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) 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 2/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — IAD
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Thu 1/22
Thu 1/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to District of Columbia
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 December 23, 2025.

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Wed 12/312:43 pmDTW - IAD
2 stops20h 55mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/57:06 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop13h 01mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/22$244
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/296:39 pmDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 20mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/125:05 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 54mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$244
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:49 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 12/255:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$249
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/319:15 pmDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Mon 1/56:05 amDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mDelta
Deal found 12/22$249
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/246:00 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 12/2510:15 amDCA - DTW
1 stop6h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/21$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:49 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/18:24 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$264
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Wed 12/246:00 amDTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
Thu 1/18:13 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$264
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/232:30 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 42mUnited Airlines
Mon 1/510:05 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/22$265
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:49 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/35:15 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$274
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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.
Wed 12/245:30 amDTW - DCA
1 stop5h 26mAmerican Airlines
Mon 12/298:13 pmDCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 12/22$274
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/22. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/235:19 amDTW - IAD
1 stop4h 27mDelta
Mon 1/56:00 amIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 50mDelta
Deal found 12/22$275
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/21. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:49 pmDTW - IAD
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Sun 1/410:05 pmIAD - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 12/21$277

Find flight deals from Detroit to District of Columbia

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Round-trip from

$189
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One-way from

$65
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Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$257

Good round-trip deal

$218 or less

Good one-way deal

$175 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia that are best for you.

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DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/3

3:11 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 3/5

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/1

5:15 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/13

9:35 pm-11:09 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 2/16

5:13 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 2/6

7:45 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 2/7

5:15 pm-6:58 pm

Nonstop1h 43m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/29

9:30 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 2/3

12:32 pm-2:21 pm

Nonstop1h 49m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/30

9:30 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 2/1

6:00 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 50m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 3/14

9:30 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Wed 3/18

6:00 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/28

9:30 pm-11:06 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sat 1/31

12:29 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 47m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

3:11 pm-4:46 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/18

5:26 pm-7:14 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/25

5:45 pm-7:18 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 5/30

6:15 pm-7:57 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$189

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia (average of $42). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 December 23, 2025.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 20, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia flight should consider departing on Tuesday 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to District of Columbia. 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 December 23, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to USDC are scheduled on a Monday (24 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Thursday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

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 December 23, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,013 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
9,106 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
11,054 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
8,195 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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
5.8
Fair
3,074 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,013 reviews

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Overall

7.9

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.9

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 Detroit to District of Columbia. 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 from for flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    For a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    Airlines like Delta and United Airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia in about 1h 35m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia is about 383 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $29 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $36 and Southwest from $89 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    Consider Sun Country Air (100%), Republic Airways (96%) or ANA (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    On average you can expect to pay $799 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The cheapest flight overall is $119 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl) is currently priced at $137.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia (average of $42). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 December 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$45Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$49Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$109Average$254FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$318FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$181Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$407FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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