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$319+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, NE (DTW - LNK)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/24. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LNK
Dec 26 — Jan 21
Fri 12/26
Fri 1/2
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Lincoln
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Lincoln. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 26, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/96:00 amDTW - LNK
1 stop5h 45mUnited Airlines
Sat 12/136:00 amLNK - DTW
1 stop6h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$337
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/107:25 amDTW - LNK
1 stop4h 20mUnited Airlines
Sun 12/146:00 amLNK - DTW
1 stop7h 47mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$349
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/23. 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.
Tue 11/257:15 amDTW - LNK
1 stop6h 15mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/13:10 pmLNK - DTW
1 stop6h 05mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/23$354
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/289:15 amDTW - LNK
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/3011:17 amLNK - DTW
1 stop4h 28mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$369
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/24. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/215:49 amDTW - LNK
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Sat 1/33:11 pmLNK - DTW
1 stop7h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/24$408
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/25. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/115:45 amDTW - LNK
2 stops9h 53mUnited Airlines
Mon 12/156:00 amLNK - DTW
2 stops11h 06mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/25$470

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Lincoln

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Lincoln (LNK). 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 November 26, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(United Airlines)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

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Average price

$483
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Lincoln 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 November 26, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Lincoln

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

9:00 am-2:36 pm

1 stop6h 36m

Lincoln

Wed 1/28

11:35 am-5:03 pm

1 stop4h 28m

$319

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/9

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Lincoln

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-1:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$337

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

6:00 am-10:45 am

1 stop5h 45m

Lincoln

Mon 12/15

6:00 am-1:03 pm

1 stop6h 03m

$349

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/30

5:51 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$605

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Deals found on 11/25

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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 Detroit to Lincoln in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Lincoln, Nebraska flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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-Lincoln, Nebraska 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 Detroit to Lincoln

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $175). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Lincoln

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Lincoln. 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 Lincoln. Reviews last updated November 26, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,046 reviews

Crew

8.1

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Food

6.6

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Sebrena,Oct 2025

IAH - RSW

The worst that I have ever experienced in my life so bad if it was free I'm not ever going to use your Airline again I dont believe ..... very disappointed 😞 😔0000000000000

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Lincoln. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska?

    For as low as $319, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 6h 36m. There are 699 mi between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Lincoln, Nebraska.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska round-trip from $253. Users have found that United Airlines is 47% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Lincoln 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 Lincoln, Nebraska?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $175). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska in February is currently the most expensive (average of $429). 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 airline flying from Detroit to Lincoln

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit to Lincoln. 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 November 26, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
United AirlinesCheapest$253Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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