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Cheapest round-trip
$151
Typical prices: $289-$518
Frontier
Sat 12/1Sun 12/2
CLE - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $289-$518
Delta
Tue 2/6Sun 2/11
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

Tue, Dec 1 - Wed, Dec 2
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12:57 pm - 9:21 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 24m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:08 pm - 12:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$151Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:51 pm - 9:00 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:45 pm - 12:56 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
27h 11m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$179Frontier
Fri, Dec 4 - Mon, Dec 7
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5:41 pm - 11:21 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 40m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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11:42 am - 12:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
12h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$183Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:33 pm - 7:09 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 36m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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9:33 pm - 3:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
18h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$187Frontier
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
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12:51 pm - 9:00 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 09m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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8:01 pm - 11:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
27h 27m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Orlando
$187Frontier
Mon, Nov 16 - Tue, Dec 1
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3:21 pm - 11:43 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 22m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:08 pm - 12:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$189Frontier
Wed, Nov 25 - Wed, Dec 2
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5:33 pm - 7:09 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 36m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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4:21 pm - 11:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
19h 13m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$194Frontier
Fri, Jan 29 - Sun, Jan 31
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5:07 pm - 9:13 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:50 am - 12:07 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
13h 17m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$202Frontier
Sat, Feb 6 - Thu, Feb 11
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6:00 am - 7:18 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 18mnonstop
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6:25 pm - 7:23 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
0h 58mnonstop
$339Delta
Sun, Dec 27 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:25 am - 7:28 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 03mnonstop
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10:25 am - 11:32 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 07mnonstop
$339Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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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 typically range from $289 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $151, on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cleveland 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 Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 36% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 74% higher.

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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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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

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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

$81
Beat the crowds with an average 36% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 38% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Cleveland to Detroit

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Your Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • 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.

  • 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 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.

  • 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 $289 to $518, with an average of $399 over the past 12 months. Anything below $289 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $399 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 Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • 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 40% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 40%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • 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 $151 to $870. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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.

  • 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 $123, which is 59% 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 averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • 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 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.

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 63% on flights from Cleveland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $259 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $697, a difference of $438.

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

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

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

  • 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 Little Caesars Arena. 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 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.

  • 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 always check the fare details before booking.

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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $259, about $438 less than Sunday fares (63% 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 $241 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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