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$46+ Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS)

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 1/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — WAS
Nov 19 — Nov 261
Wed 11/19
Wed 11/26
1 adult, Economy
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Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$85
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$46
(Southwest)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$249

Good round-trip deal

$107 or less

Good one-way deal

$92 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 20, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/277:22 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Thu 10/3011:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$92
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Fri 12/512:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Mon 12/810:00 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$94
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/1212:32 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 34mFrontier
Mon 12/1510:00 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 42mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$97
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Thu 11/137:28 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Sun 11/1611:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$98
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 11/86:29 pmDTW - BWI
1 stop5h 33mFrontier
Sun 11/911:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$99
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/67:28 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Sun 11/911:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/20$101
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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.
Wed 11/269:48 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Mon 12/17:10 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$102
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 11/249:48 amDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Fri 11/287:10 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 41mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$103
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/18. 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.
Thu 10/307:28 pmDTW - BWI
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Thu 11/611:09 amBWI - DTW
Nonstop1h 40mFrontier
Deal found 10/18$104
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:29 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Wed 11/128:40 amIAD - DTW
1 stop8h 32mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:29 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 26mFrontier
Mon 11/105:44 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop23h 28mFrontier
Deal found 10/19$124
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/20. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/86:29 pmDTW - IAD
1 stop5h 26mMultiple Airlines
Mon 11/105:44 pmIAD - DTW
1 stop18h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/20$132

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. 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 October 20, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Detroit

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Washington, D.C.

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/7

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

11:00 am-12:42 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$137

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 1/13

5:30 pm-7:11 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$137

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

8:25 am-10:02 am

Nonstop1h 37m

Baltimore/Washington

Mon 1/12

6:00 am-7:46 am

Nonstop1h 46m

$137

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

5:45 am-7:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Mon 12/8

10:13 pm-11:58 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

9:30 pm-11:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 11/11

5:03 pm-6:59 pm

Nonstop1h 56m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

9:30 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 12/7

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - IAD

DTWIAD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

8:44 am-10:26 am

Nonstop1h 42m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-7:48 am

Nonstop1h 48m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

9:30 pm-11:04 pm

Nonstop1h 34m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 11/16

6:06 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/12

9:30 pm-11:08 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sun 1/4

6:00 am-7:44 am

Nonstop1h 44m

$189

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/22

7:00 am-8:39 am

Nonstop1h 39m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 11/24

6:06 am-7:47 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$189

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Detroit to Washington, D.C. in October.
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ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust 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-Washington, D.C. flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Detroit-Washington, D.C. flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit-Washington, D.C. flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit-Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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-Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 17, 2025.

Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. 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 DTT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 20, 2025.

When flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 28% versus a flight in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on October 12, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Washington, D.C. flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 October 20, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to WAS are scheduled on a Friday (51 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (37 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. 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, D.C.. Reviews last updated October 20, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines from Detroit to Washington, D.C. to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,991 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,024 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,095 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,130 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
7,978 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Overall

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Matthew,Oct 2025

GSP - ATL

This is always a full flight since it is the connecting route to primary destinations through Atlanta. That said, the crew handles the full load well. Not much more to say, it is a short flight with no in-flight services due to the length.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 6 airlines have flights from All airports to Washington, D.C. on a regular basis. Booking flights from Detroit All airports to Washington, D.C. should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 43 outbound flights to Washington, D.C. per day.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Washington, D.C. in 1h 37m. Fly via Delta, United Airlines, or Southwest to get the fastest option. The distance between Detroit and Washington, D.C. is about 408 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    Currently priced at $85, Frontier will fly you from Detroit to Washington, D.C. and back. In addition to Frontier, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Delta and Southwest - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $158 and $174, respectively. Frontier is 61% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $46. Users have also found prices from $72 and $94 on Frontier and United Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    While some choose either Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Baltimore/Washington or Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl is the most popular route from Detroit to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. consider choosing Sun Country Air (100%), Avianca (95%) or ANA (94%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    While on average a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. is generally $1,288, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $116. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl), you can expect to pay $188 for that flight.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Washington, D.C. 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 to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. (average of $42). Flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. 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 Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. 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 October 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$48Average$108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$52Average$136FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$110Average$253FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$180Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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