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Cheapest round-trip
$498
Typical prices: $565-$846
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Sun 11/18
ANC - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$269
Typical prices: $340-$562
Alaska Airlines
Tue 10/30
ANC - DTW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Anchorage and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 22% price drop
May
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Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $595 (round-trip)
Minneapolis St Paul (MSP)
Shortest trip • 9h 18m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Anchorage to Detroit (ANC-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Anchorage to Detroit

Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18
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8:14 pm - 10:45 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:38 am - 7:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$498American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 4:47 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:45 pm - 1:47 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
12h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$499Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18
American Airlines Logo
8:14 pm - 1:55 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:38 am - 7:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$499American Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 18
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 4:47 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 12:49 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$499Alaska Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
8:43 pm - 9:26 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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10:48 am - 10:56 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
16h 08m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$504United Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 18
United Airlines Logo
8:43 pm - 9:26 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 43m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
12:35 pm - 10:56 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
14h 21m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Denver Intl
$504United Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Tue, Nov 17
Alaska Airlines Logo
2:55 am - 4:47 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:45 pm - 1:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
23h 50m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Portland
$504Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Sat, Jan 2
Delta Logo
2:21 pm - 6:30 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 09m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Delta Logo
7:45 pm - 1:49 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
10h 04m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$881Delta
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
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10:09 pm - 1:30 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 21m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
Delta Logo
12:45 pm - 8:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
12h 14m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$911Delta
Sat, Oct 17 - Mon, Oct 19
Delta Logo
8:25 pm - 10:19 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 54m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:45 pm - 8:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
27h 14m2 stops New York LaGuardia Minneapolis St Paul
$979Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $565 to $846. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $498, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 22% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $538 round-trip.
•March ($1,113) and August ($1,016) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 106% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on Alaska Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW and ANC

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Key details for Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$269
Beat the crowds with an average 72% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 217% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Anchorage to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Anchorage to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 00m, covering 2,975 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $565 to $846, with an average of $691 over the past 12 months. Anything below $565 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $595 round-trip via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), compared to $1,339 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$70 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines and Alaska Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Have flight prices from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $498 to $1,433. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $289, which is 36% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Anchorage (ANC) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 66% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 27% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 2% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 2% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 33% on flights from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $567 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $846, a difference of $279.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 9h 18m, compared with 9h 49m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and 10h 39m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA).

  • What is the time difference between Anchorage and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 4 hours ahead of Anchorage (Eastern Time vs Alaska Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $567, about $279 less than Tuesday fares (33% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Anchorage to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $538 round-trip in that month - typically $575 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $595 round-trip on this route - about $743 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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