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Cheapest round-trip
$265
Typical prices: $151-$297
Frontier
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DFW - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$266
Typical prices: $149-$302
Frontier
Sat 8/8Wed 8/12
DFW - DTW • Non-stop
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Delta free Wi-Fi beats American's 20-minute access on this domestic route.
For more comfort, Frontier UpFront Plus blocks the middle seat; Delta Comfort Plus adds legroom.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg $167 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Dallas to Detroit (DFW-DTW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Dallas 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 Dallas to Detroit

Sun, Aug 2 - Wed, Aug 5
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5:20 am - 12:34 pm
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DTW
6h 14m
1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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DFW
3h 01mnonstop
$265Frontier
Wed, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 17
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10:00 am - 4:28 pm
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5h 28m
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11:49 am - 1:46 pm
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DFW
2h 57mnonstop
$266Frontier
Fri, Aug 21 - Sun, Aug 23
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4:16 pm - 1:04 am
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7h 48m
1 stop
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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3h 01mnonstop
$267Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Sat, Aug 22
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2:29 pm - 6:15 pm
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2h 46mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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3h 01mnonstop
$268Frontier
Tue, Aug 4 - Sun, Aug 9
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2:29 pm - 6:15 pm
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2h 46mnonstop
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1:50 pm - 7:23 pm
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6h 33m
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$269Frontier
Fri, Sep 4 - Sun, Sep 6
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10:08 am - 6:03 pm
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6h 55m
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7:55 am - 1:19 pm
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6h 24m
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$270Frontier
Tue, Aug 11 - Wed, Aug 19
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2:29 pm - 6:15 pm
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2h 46mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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3h 01mnonstop
$271Frontier
Sun, Aug 9 - Tue, Aug 11
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6:00 am - 9:52 am
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2h 52mnonstop
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6:10 am - 12:30 pm
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7h 20m
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$272Frontier
Sat, Oct 10 - Sat, Oct 17
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5:43 pm - 9:34 pm
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2h 51mnonstop
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2:08 pm - 9:22 pm
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8h 14m
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$273Frontier
Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
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2:29 pm - 6:15 pm
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2h 46mnonstop
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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3h 01mnonstop
$274Frontier
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Dallas to Detroit flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Dallas 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing in August.

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

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

Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Detroit on a Thursday and more expensive on a Tuesday. On your return trip to Dallas, you should consider flying back on a Friday, and avoid Sundays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is August, where tickets cost $200 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $380 and $367 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 $387, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Dallas to Detroit

 
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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DFW and 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.

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Best time to beat the crowds with an average 7% drop in price.
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When to book flights from Dallas to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Dallas to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Dallas to Detroit flights

  • Are there lounges at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

    You can grab a snack or a drink at the airport as you are waiting for your flight at one of the DFW lounges. Admirals Club by American Airlines has several locations: at Terminals A, B, C, D, and E. At this lounge, you can pay if you have an American Airlines ticket. The Centurion Lounge is another option located in Terminal D, airside on the mezzanine level, opposite Gate D12. The Club lounge in Terminal D, airside, between Gates 21 and 22, is accessible regardless of the class service or the airline you are flying.

  • Are there onsite hotels at DTW?

    If sleeping in the airport chairs sounds like a nightmare, there are optionss in the airport where you can spend your night. Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport is connected to the McNamara Terminal, and you can access the lounge from the TSA entry from the Westin across Gate A36.

  • How can I get into downtown Detroit from DTW?

    If you are on a budget take the AirRide bus, which is a convenient and comfortable means of public transportation. The AirRide bus service runs across all the terminals and into Ann Arbor. If you are in running late for your plans in Detroit, take a taxi, which is available at the airport's ground transportation area. Rental cars and airport shuttles are also available.

  • What are the layover options between DFW and DTW?

    Unfortunately, Frontier Airlines is the only airline with a layover option at Denver International Airport (DEN).

  • What is the cheapest flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $133 for a one-way ticket and $265 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

    When flying out of Dallas you will be using Dallas/Fort Worth. You will be landing at Detroit, also known as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Dallas to Detroit flight route: American Airlines, Delta, JetBlue, Finnair, Iberia, and British Airways.

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

    The Boeing 737-800 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Dallas to Detroit flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Dallas to Detroit?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Dallas to Detroit are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $483 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 $440 and an overall rating of 7.8.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Dallas 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 Dallas to Detroit.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas with another airline. Booking your flights between Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $192 or less one-way and $337 or less round-trip.
  • Dallas City is served by two major airports: Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Dallas Love Field is the closest to downtown and has shorter security lines while Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is the busiest, meaning long security lines and insane traffic. However, Dallas/Fort Worth Airport has better amenities and several flight options offered by multiple airlines.
  • Dallas/Fort Worth Airport has private nursing rooms where you can change and feed your baby. You can access these nursing suites airside in Gates: C13 and 14, A18, B36, E14, E26, and A18. These rooms have comfortable seats, a power outlet, a diaper-changing stand and lockable breastfeeding units. Alternatively, Minute Suites offer mothers up to 30 minutes free access whenever space is available.
  • If you are traveling with your furry friend, you need not worry. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) has multiple pet relief areas. At the McNamara Terminal in the international arrivals area, near Gate B34 airside, there is an outdoor relief area. There is also a designated pet relief center at the North Terminal in the departures level at end of the curb, across from Gate D16, airside.
  • If you have an early Flight at Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, ensure you get to the airport 3 to 4 hours before your scheduled departure time. That way you will have enough time to navigate the long security lineses and insane traffic conveniently.
  • If you feel unwell or get injured at DFW airport, medical services are available. You can get first aid services at the upper level, D25.

Prefer to fly direct from Dallas to Detroit?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Find which airlines fly direct from Dallas/Fort Worth Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Dallas/Fort Worth to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

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Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth

Monday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Friday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta,Frontier

American Airlines,Delta, +1 more

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