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$299+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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 3/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — FRA
ene. 3 — ene. 101
sáb. 1/3
sáb. 1/10
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main are usually found in February or October, booked 82 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Sunday

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Frankfurt. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on diciembre 4, 2025.

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mar. 12/94:05 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 05mLufthansa
mar. 12/1610:55 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/1$815
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mié. 12/102:48 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops17h 42mScandinavian Airlines
mié. 1/73:15 pmFRA - DTW
2 stops35h 28mScandinavian Airlines
Deal found 12/1$827
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/3. 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.
mié. 12/105:45 pmDTW - FRA
Nonstop8h 05mDelta
lun. 12/152:15 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop33h 40mDelta
Deal found 12/3$841
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mié. 12/102:05 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
mié. 12/1710:55 amFRA - DTW
Nonstop9h 20mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$850
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sáb. 12/68:20 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops33h 45mIcelandair
sáb. 12/131:05 pmFRA - DTW
1 stop11h 25mIcelandair
Deal found 12/2$853
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mié. 12/102:05 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
mar. 12/167:15 amFRA - DTW
2 stops22h 16mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$857
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mié. 12/102:05 pmDTW - FRA
2 stops18h 40mLufthansa
lun. 12/159:40 pmFRA - DTW
2 stops25h 27mLufthansa
Deal found 12/3$866

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA). 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 diciembre 4, 2025.

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Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$726
(Gotogate)

One-way from

$299
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$1,016

Good round-trip deal

$795 or less

Good one-way deal

$544 or less
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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport that are best for you.

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DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 1/10

7:45 pm-7:10 am

1 stop29h 25m

Frankfurt am Main

jue. 2/5

5:10 pm-5:35 pm

1 stop30h 25m

$785

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/11

4:15 pm-6:00 am

Nonstop7h 45m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 1/18

10:55 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop9h 00m

$789

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 1/11

2:19 pm-3:50 pm

3 stops19h 31m

Frankfurt am Main

dom. 1/18

9:10 am-8:26 pm

2 stops17h 16m

$816

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 1/28

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

sáb. 2/7

10:15 am-1:05 pm

1 stop32h 50m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 1/23

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

vie. 1/30

11:50 am-4:00 pm

1 stop34h 10m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 1/9

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 2/9

10:40 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/26

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 2/2

6:55 am-1:05 pm

1 stop12h 10m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 1/7

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

lun. 2/9

10:40 am-2:20 pm

Nonstop9h 40m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 1/26

5:45 pm-7:50 am

Nonstop8h 05m

Frankfurt am Main

mié. 2/4

11:50 am-3:55 pm

1 stop34h 05m

$840

DetroitFrankfurt am Main

DTW - FRA

DTWFRA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 2/2

3:14 pm-8:10 pm

3 stops22h 56m

$322

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ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapTicketsDealPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapfaremartPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, users find the pricing of Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Frankfurt am Main Airport 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Frankfurt. Price data was last updated on November 28, 2025.

Booking 82 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $574). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $950). 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 FRA?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Frankfurt. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated diciembre 4, 2025.

It’s typically best to fly out from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport at noon. Doing so could potentially save you 27% on the flight price compared to flying in the afternoon, which is usually more expensive.

The best insider tips for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip
Airports
DTW

Security lines at DTW are pleasantly short, often under 10 minutes at McNamara Terminal, even without TSA PreCheck or CLEAR.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
FRA

For quick city access from FRA, take the S8 or S9 trains from Terminal 1 to Frankfurt Hauptbahnhof in about 15 minutes.

Read more about FRAby Blane Bachelor
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Blane Bachelor

Expert on FRA

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Frankfurt

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt. Reviews last updated diciembre 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, such as Delta, KLM, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
8,011 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
KLM
7.7
Good
1,430 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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
9,066 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Icelandair
7.0
Good
584 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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.
Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,612 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,011 reviews

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

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 Frankfurt. 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 Frankfurt am Main?

    For a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main, 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. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 4 outbound flights to Frankfurt am Main per day. 8 airlines have flights to Frankfurt am Main from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A quick flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport can take about 19h 31m. United Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $816. The distance from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is about 4146 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport round-trip?

    Flying on Icelandair is currently your cheapest option to Frankfurt am Main Airport, with prices starting at $567. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Turkish Airlines and Virgin Atlantic, with the lowest prices starting at $603 and $665, respectively. Users have found that Icelandair is 37% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $338. However, be on the lookout for offers from Lufthansa and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Consider KLM (72%), Air France (72%) or Vietnam Airlines (72%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $447. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Frankfurt am Main) can be booked for $535 on average, our data indicates $1,305 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport (average of $574). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $950). 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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Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Frankfurt. 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 diciembre 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
IcelandairCheapest$567Average$751FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$603Average$717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Virgin AtlanticCheapest$665Average$998FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
DeltaCheapest$693Average$984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
KLMCheapest$703Average$934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$709Average$1,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Air FranceCheapest$747Average$918FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
LufthansaCheapest$767Average$999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%

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