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$189+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, NE (DTW - LNK)

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 10/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — LNK
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$259
(United Airlines)

One-way from

$189
(United Airlines)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$384
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Lincoln
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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 September 16, 2025.

This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/306:00 amDTW - LNK
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Sat 10/41:05 pmLNK - DTW
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/193:26 pmDTW - LNK
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/233:13 pmLNK - DTW
1 stop6h 09mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$314
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Sat 10/47:00 amDTW - LNK
1 stop5h 09mUnited Airlines
Tue 10/711:00 amLNK - DTW
1 stop4h 51mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$324
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/193:26 pmDTW - LNK
Nonstop2h 05mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/201:30 pmLNK - DTW
2 stops9h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/15$334
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 9/252:13 pmDTW - LNK
1 stop5h 35mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/301:05 pmLNK - DTW
1 stop8h 17mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$370
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 11/76:00 amDTW - LNK
1 stop7h 30mUnited Airlines
Sun 11/97:45 amLNK - DTW
1 stop6h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/14$371
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 11/199:15 amDTW - LNK
1 stop4h 15mUnited Airlines
Sat 11/296:00 amLNK - DTW
1 stop6h 11mUnited Airlines
Deal found 9/16$394

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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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Lincoln

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/30

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop6h 09m

Lincoln

Sat 10/4

1:05 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop8h 17m

$259

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

3:26 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Lincoln

Tue 9/23

3:13 pm-10:22 pm

1 stop6h 09m

$314

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 10/4

9:00 am-4:09 pm

1 stop8h 09m

Lincoln

Tue 10/7

6:02 am-1:12 pm

1 stop6h 10m

$319

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

3:26 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

Lincoln

Sat 9/20

1:30 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$329

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:00 am-11:09 am

1 stop6h 09m

$189

DetroitLincoln

DTW - LNK

DTWLNK

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

3:26 pm-4:31 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$440

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Deals found on 9/14

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 September 16, 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
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,924 reviews

Comfort

7.3

Food

6.6

Crew

8.1

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.4

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Deb,Jan 2025

MKE - ORD

It was terrible! So much to say, but in a nutshell we used vouchers from United because our last trip with them was awful with many mishaps and errors made. Unfortunately, this trip was even worse!

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 $259, United Airlines can have you in Lincoln, Nebraska from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 6h 09m. 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 $258. Users have found that United Airlines is 43% 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska (average of $383). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln, Nebraska in July is currently the most expensive (average of $536). 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 September 16, 2025.
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United AirlinesCheapest$258Average$455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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