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$98+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Washington

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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SEA
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Washington

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Detroit to Washington flight deals. Data was last updated July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$213
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$98
(CheapOair)

Popular in

June

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$429

Good round-trip deal

$336 or less

Good one-way deal

$257 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Washington. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on July 30, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/119:53 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
Mon 8/187:52 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$213
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Wed 8/208:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop17h 39mMultiple Airlines
Mon 8/257:52 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 53mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$215
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/127:15 amDTW - PDX
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Tue 8/196:51 amPDX - DTW
1 stop11h 52mFrontier
Deal found 7/29$238
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:15 amDTW - GEG
1 stop6h 51mFrontier
Sun 8/1711:58 amGEG - DTW
1 stop9h 44mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$248
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/191:45 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop6h 47mSun Country Air
Wed 8/276:34 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop11h 44mSun Country Air
Deal found 7/30$250
This Netflights deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 Netflights is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/266:30 amDTW - SEA
Nonstop4h 56mAlaska Airlines
Tue 9/29:41 pmSEA - DTW
Nonstop4h 26mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 7/29$253
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/138:00 amDTW - SEA
1 stop15h 39mFrontier
Sat 9/207:00 amSEA - DTW
1 stop13h 58mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$256
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/112:48 pmDTW - SEA
Nonstop4h 52mDelta
Tue 10/73:15 pmSEA - DTW
Nonstop4h 13mDelta
Deal found 7/30$257
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/234:00 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop10h 41mAmerican Airlines
Fri 8/2912:46 amSEA - DTW
1 stop10h 56mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/28$262
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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.
Tue 8/191:45 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/2312:40 pmSEA - DTW
1 stop9h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/29$264
This Hawaiian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 Hawaiian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/306:30 amDTW - GEG
1 stop9h 16mHawaiian Airlines
Wed 10/15:45 pmGEG - DTW
1 stop8h 22mHawaiian Airlines
Deal found 7/27$279
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/29. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/305:54 pmDTW - SEA
1 stop7h 26mUnited Airlines
Sat 9/65:02 amSEA - DTW
2 stops8h 44mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/29$282

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Washington 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 July 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Washington

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/11

9:53 pm-9:18 am

1 stop14h 25m

Portland

Mon 8/18

7:52 pm-5:45 am

1 stop6h 53m

$213

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/20

8:00 am-10:39 pm

1 stop17h 39m

Portland

Mon 8/25

7:52 pm-5:45 am

1 stop6h 53m

$215

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

7:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 15m

Portland

Tue 8/19

6:51 am-9:43 pm

1 stop11h 52m

$238

DetroitSpokane

DTW - GEG

DTWGEG

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

7:15 am-11:06 am

1 stop6h 51m

Spokane

Sun 8/17

11:58 am-12:42 am

1 stop9h 44m

$248

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

1:45 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Wed 8/27

6:34 pm-9:18 am

1 stop11h 44m

$250

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/26

6:30 am-8:26 am

Nonstop4h 56m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 9/2

9:41 pm-5:07 am

Nonstop4h 26m

$253

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/13

8:00 am-8:39 pm

1 stop15h 39m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 9/20

7:00 am-11:58 pm

1 stop13h 58m

$256

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/1

12:48 pm-2:40 pm

Nonstop4h 52m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Tue 10/7

3:15 pm-10:28 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$257

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/23

4:00 pm-11:41 pm

1 stop10h 41m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Fri 8/29

12:46 am-2:42 pm

1 stop10h 56m

$262

DetroitSeattle

DTW - SEA

DTWSEA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/19

1:45 pm-5:32 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Seattle/Tacoma Intl

Sat 8/23

12:40 pm-12:44 am

1 stop9h 04m

$264

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Washington

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington (average of $238). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 WA?

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

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington. 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to USWA are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington. 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 Washington. Reviews last updated July 30, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
Hawaiian Airlines
7.8
Good
2,611 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Comfort

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Jonathan,Jul 2025

SEA - BOS

Fantastic Check-in with easy baggage drop. While it took a while to find out which was the gate, the boarding was a dream, the stewards were simply incredible and the flight fantastic.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Washington. 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 Washington?

    If you book a flight to Washington from Detroit, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $98. Users have also found prices from $118 and $119 on Sun Country Air and Frontier, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington?

    The most popular route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Seattle/Tacoma Intl. You may also consider Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Portland or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Spokane.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington consider choosing Korean Air (92%), Aeromexico (87%) or LATAM Airlines (87%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington?

    On average you can expect to pay $1,186 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington. The cheapest flight overall is $168 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Seattle/Tacoma Intl) is currently priced at $235.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Washington 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 State of Washington?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington (average of $238). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to State of Washington in June is currently the most expensive (average of $389). 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 8 airlines flying from Detroit to Washington

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Washington. 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$128Average$206FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$130Average$274FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$135Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Hawaiian AirlinesCheapest$178Average$367FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time85%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$256Average$415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$256Average$394FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$257Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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