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Cheapest round-trip
$137
Typical prices: $279-$458
Frontier
Wed 11/14Sat 11/17
CLE - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$289
Typical prices: $299-$597
Delta
Fri 10/19Wed 10/24
CLE - DTW • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 01m
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Cheap Flights from Cleveland to Detroit (CLE-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cleveland to Detroit

Sat, Nov 14 - Tue, Nov 17
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3:46 pm - 12:44 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 12:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$137Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Tue, Oct 20
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3:46 pm - 12:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:03 pm - 8:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$146Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:46 pm - 12:44 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 58m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 12:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$155Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:46 pm - 12:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:03 pm - 12:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 06m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$156Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Sat, Oct 24
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3:46 pm - 12:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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3:03 pm - 8:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$156Frontier
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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3:46 pm - 11:43 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 57m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:25 am - 12:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
5h 51m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$166Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 23
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3:46 pm - 12:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:22 pm - 8:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
25h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$168Frontier
Sat, Oct 17 - Fri, Oct 23
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3:46 pm - 12:39 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 53m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:22 pm - 8:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
25h 30m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$169Frontier
Mon, Oct 19 - Sat, Oct 24
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6:10 am - 7:09 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
0h 59mnonstop
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2:10 pm - 3:06 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
0h 56mnonstop
$289Delta
Sun, Nov 15 - Fri, Nov 27
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7:55 pm - 9:00 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 05mnonstop
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10:00 am - 10:58 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
0h 58mnonstop
$289Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $137. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $279 to $458. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $137 on Frontier.

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

Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 30% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 93% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Cleveland to Detroit

 
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Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

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Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

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Stefanie Waldek

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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.

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on CLE

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

Key details for Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$95
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 30% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 22% lower on average.
Flight from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Cleveland to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cleveland 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 Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Cleveland 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.

  • What airlines are available from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Delta operates flights between Cleveland and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cleveland 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 and a checked bag in First Class

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $158 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $398 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 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 Cleveland 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 Southwest. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

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

    Most connecting flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

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

    On the Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 64%. Saturday is the cheapest day at $259 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $717: a $458 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How are flight departures from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 51% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:10 am and lands at 7:11 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:00 pm and lands at 9:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 01m.

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

    A nonstop flight from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 01m, covering 95 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cleveland 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.

  • Have flight prices from Cleveland 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 $137 to $972. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $120, which is 60% 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $279 to $458, with an average of $370 over the past 12 months. Anything below $279 counts as a good deal.

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

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

Your guide to booking Cleveland 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 can be flexible, aim for a Saturday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Saturday flights average $259 - about $458 less than Monday (64% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $259 round-trip in that month - typically $493 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $158 round-trip on this route - about $240 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

Prefer to fly direct from Cleveland to Detroit?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cleveland Hopkins Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Cleveland Hopkins Intl

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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