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Cheapest round-trip
$273
Typical prices: $329-$558
Frontier
Thu 9/24Sun 9/27
AUS - DTW • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$409
Typical prices: $379-$559
Delta
Thu 11/19Sun 11/22
AUS - DTW • Non-stop
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members on domestic Austin-Detroit flights.
At AUS, arrive early for live music before your flight to Detroit.
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 01m
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Cheapest • Avg $270 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Austin to Detroit (AUS-DTW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Austin to Detroit that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Austin to Detroit

Thu, Sep 24 - Sun, Sep 27
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10:58 am - 12:42 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 44m2 stops Orlando Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:57 pm - 10:03 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
14h 06m1 stop Orlando
$273Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Tue, Sep 8
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8:51 pm - 11:25 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 34m2 stops Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl Denver Intl
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5:21 pm - 10:03 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
17h 42m1 stop Orlando
$274Frontier
Fri, Oct 23 - Mon, Oct 26
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10:40 am - 9:40 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 00m2 stops Tampa Chicago Midway
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7:10 am - 11:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 40m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Dallas Love Field
$275Southwest
Fri, Oct 23 - Fri, Oct 23
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5:05 am - 4:55 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
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8:25 pm - 11:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 25m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
$293Southwest
Fri, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 9
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5:37 pm - 1:04 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:51 pm - 10:03 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
16h 12m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$295Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Wed, Sep 9
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5:37 pm - 1:04 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 27m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:51 pm - 10:03 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
16h 12m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Orlando
$317Multiple Airlines
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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5:20 am - 9:14 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 54mnonstop
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8:54 am - 11:18 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 24mnonstop
$409Delta
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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12:02 pm - 4:04 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 02mnonstop
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9:00 am - 11:07 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 07mnonstop
$409Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
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6:01 am - 4:04 pmAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 03m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:44 am - 11:51 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
6h 07m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$410American Airlines
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
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5:00 am - 10:52 amAUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 52m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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7:30 am - 1:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 29m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$411American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Austin to Detroit flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Austin to Detroit to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

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

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are typical for this route right now.

Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Austin usually cost between $213 and $439 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $273 on Frontier (Sep 24-Sep 27).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Austin to Detroit?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

For Austin to Detroit, Friday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Monday is the most expensive. Flying from Detroit back to Austin, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is October, where tickets cost $299 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $499 and $469 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $359, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 36% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Austin to Detroit

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

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

Expert on DTW

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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on AUS

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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January

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$77
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 5% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Austin to Detroit

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FAQs for booking Austin to Detroit flights

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport offer a Kids Play Area?

    Yes. If you're traveling with your kids, DTW has Playports that provide a play area with fun activities for the little passengers. In the Evans Terminal close by Gate D17 is a Playport. And in the McNamara Terminal, Playports are at Concourse C, A, and B.

  • Does Austin Bergstrom International Airport offer accessible services?

    Yes. You’ll find the accessible washroom, accessible ramps and elevators to reach the terminals, designated accessible parking lot, and particular screening areas and procedures. For patrons with visual impairments, the Airport pedestrian walkways have contrasting floor and braille signage to help them navigate the Airport. Also, the buses are wheelchair lift-equipped and have a visual and audio stop announcement system. Moreover, there is an escort service through your airlines to aid the mobility of patrons with limited mobility throughout the Airport.

  • Where are water bottle refill stations at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In McNamara Terminal, water bottle refill stations are close by Gate A50 and A34. Also, a water bottle refill station is at the entrance of the Central Link past the TSA security checkpoint. While in the Evans Terminal, water refill stations are close by gates D26, D17, D8, D23, and D10, in the Luggage Claim, Ground Transportation Center, and inside the U.S Customs.

  • Where are Austin Bergstrom International Airport's animals' relief areas?

    AUS is a pet and service animal-friendly airport. The Airport offers before and after TSA security delegated animals relief areas to care for the animals’ potty needs. Before TSA security at the lower level, the Luggage Claim; in front of the Rental Car Counter, and the Blue Garage is Pet/Service animal relief area. After TSA security, a Pet/Service animal relief area is close by Gate 11.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $77 for a one-way ticket and $273 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Austin and Detroit?

    A passport is not required to fly from Austin to Detroit.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Austin to Detroit?

    When flying out of Austin you will be using Austin Bergstrom. You will be landing at Detroit, also known as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Austin to Detroit?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Austin to Detroit flight route: Delta, American Airlines, Air Canada, JetBlue, United Airlines, Alaska Airlines, and Lufthansa.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Austin to Detroit?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Austin to Detroit flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Austin to Detroit?

    oneworld, and SkyTeam are the airline alliances operating flights between Austin and Detroit, with oneworld being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Austin to Detroit?

    There are nonstop flights from Austin to Detroit on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Austin to Detroit, Southwest or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Austin to Detroit are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $457 and an overall rating of 8.0, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $472 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Austin to Detroit?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Austin to Detroit.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Austin to Detroit?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Austin is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Austin to Detroit?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Detroit with an airline and back to Austin with another airline. Booking your flights between Austin and DTW can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Austin to Detroit?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Detroit from Austin up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Austin to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $253 or less one-way and $401 or less round-trip.
  • Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is a pet and service animal-friendly airport. The Airport provides service animal/pet relief areas pre and post-security. Before security at the lower level, the Luggage Claim is in front of the Rental Car Counter, and the Blue Garage is Pet/Service animal relief area. After security, a Pet/Service animal relief area is close by Gate 11.
  • The flight from Austin to Detroit is long. Passengers flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) from AUS with Delta, American Airlines, and United Airlines can unwind with TV series or movies on live TV or streaming offered via the airline's entertainment gadget.
  • Flying from Austin to Detroit may include at least a stop. The most common layover cities for the route are Dallas, Houston, Charlotte, Denver, Chicago, and Washington D.C.
  • It would be best to reach AUS at least 2h before your flight from Austin to Detroit before the scheduled departure time. To secure a smooth check-in method at AUS, move through the engaged TSA security stops and enter your plane in time.
  • If you're a nursing mother, don't fret; DTW provides privacy and comfort in nursing rooms to care for your baby. The McNamara Terminal has five nursing rooms close by Gates C2, A53, A15, A63, and A25. And in the Evans Terminal, there are three nursing rooms across from Gates D24, D8, and D15.

Prefer to fly direct from Austin to Detroit?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
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Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Delta

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

Delta

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Saturday

Delta

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Sunday

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