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$43+ Cheap flights from Michigan 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 5/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — WAS
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Wed 4/22
Wed 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Michigan to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Michigan to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 23, 2026.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/107:34 pm
DTW
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BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Sat 4/1111:49 am
BWI
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DTW
1 stop7h 27m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$114
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/812:55 pm
DTW
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BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Sat 5/2310:10 am
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$116
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 4/206:30 pm
DTW
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BWI
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Wed 4/226:00 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$119
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1710:10 pm
DTW
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BWI
1 stop15h 56m
Frontier
Mon 4/205:55 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$122
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/20. 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.
Fri 4/175:09 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 29m
Frontier
Tue 4/216:00 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Deal found 3/20$123
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Wed 5/612:55 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 36m
Frontier
Tue 5/129:25 pm
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop27h 14m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$124
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Mon 4/137:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Tue 4/146:00 am
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop5h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/19$125
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/18. 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 4/137:34 pm
DTW
-
BWI
Nonstop1h 31m
Frontier
Wed 4/155:49 pm
BWI
-
DTW
1 stop15h 16m
Frontier
Deal found 3/18$128
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 4/208:43 pm
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop20h 11m
Frontier
Mon 4/275:55 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$129
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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.
Wed 4/87:15 am
DTW
-
BWI
1 stop8h 42m
Frontier
Fri 4/105:23 pm
BWI
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 53m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$133
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/21. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 4/2012:20 pm
ORD
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BWI
Nonstop2h 05m
Frontier
Mon 4/273:25 pm
BWI
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ORD
1 stop9h 33m
Frontier
Deal found 3/21$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/19. 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.
Tue 3/315:05 am
ORD
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BWI
1 stop12h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 4/95:09 pm
BWI
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ORD
Nonstop2h 26m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/19$137

Find flight deals from Michigan to Washington, D.C.

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Michigan to Washington, D.C. flight deals. Data was last updated March 23, 2026.

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3 stars

Round-trip from

$114
(Frontier)

One-way from

$43
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$260

Good round-trip deal

$248 or less

Good one-way deal

$173 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Michigan 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 March 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Michigan to Washington, D.C. that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

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Quickest round-trip

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

5:35 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/22

8:55 pm-10:30 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$197

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

MDW - IAD

MDWIAD

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/1

2:15 pm-12:36 am

1 stop9h 21m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 5/5

5:26 pm-10:02 pm

1 stop5h 36m

$201

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

9:22 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 4/21

9:40 am-11:17 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$205

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/4

9:22 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 5/13

12:27 pm-2:04 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$205

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

9:30 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/22

6:03 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$205

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/13

9:30 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Baltimore/Washington

Wed 4/22

12:27 pm-2:03 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$205

ChicagoWashington, D.C.

ORD - IAD

ORDIAD

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/8

8:45 am-11:48 am

Nonstop2h 03m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Tue 4/21

10:10 am-11:27 am

Nonstop2h 17m

$209

ChicagoBaltimore

MDW - BWI

MDWBWI

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/14

9:10 am-12:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Baltimore/Washington

Tue 4/21

3:10 pm-4:15 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$209

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/16

7:05 am-8:37 am

Nonstop1h 32m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 4/20

6:00 am-7:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$213

DetroitBaltimore

DTW - BWI

DTWBWI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

3:10 pm-4:37 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Baltimore/Washington

Sat 4/25

12:27 pm-2:03 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

$213

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Best time to book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C.

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (average of $40). Flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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 MI to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Michigan 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 March 23, 2026.

It’s typically best to fly out from Michigan to Washington, D.C. in the evening. Doing so could potentially save you 26% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Michigan to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on March 14, 2026.

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

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

Explore weekly flight availability from Michigan 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 March 23, 2026.

The most flights from USMI to WAS are scheduled on a Monday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 on average).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Michigan to Washington, D.C.. 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 Michigan to Washington, D.C.?

    A quick flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. can take about 1h 25m. Southwest provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $197. Michigan and Washington, D.C. are separated by a distance of 408 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. are Frontier ($29), American Airlines ($57), and Delta ($89).

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

    While some choose either Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl or Chicago O'Hare Intl - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National, Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington is the most popular route from Michigan to Washington, D.C..

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Michigan to Washington, D.C. on time: Republic Airways (84%), United Airlines (79%), Brussels Airlines (74%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $174. While the most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Baltimore/Washington) can be booked for $144 on average, our data indicates $678 when flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C..

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Michigan to Washington, D.C. (average of $40). Flying from Michigan to Washington, D.C. in February is currently the most expensive (average of $107). 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 Michigan to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Michigan 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 March 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$42Average$146FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$99Average$348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$137Average$373FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$174Average$335FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$189Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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