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Cheapest round-trip
$490
Typical prices: $355-$819
Alaska Airlines
Sun 10/4Sat 10/10
DTW - ANC • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$1,009
Delta
Mon 8/31Mon 9/7
DTW - ANC • Non-stop
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Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 6h 45m
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Cheapest • Avg $511 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 9h 45m (one-way)
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in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 4 weeks in advance save around 59% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Anchorage (DTW-ANC)

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

Sun, Oct 4 - Sat, Oct 10
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 2:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 45m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
4:01 pm - 5:40 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 39m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$490Alaska Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Wed, Sep 30
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:39 pm - 1:38 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 59m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
6:17 pm - 5:22 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
31h 05m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$491Alaska Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
Delta Logo
2:00 pm - 12:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
14h 45m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:10 pm - 5:10 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 00m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$581Delta
Thu, Sep 17 - Mon, Sep 21
American Airlines Logo
10:21 am - 8:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
14h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:54 pm - 3:31 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 37m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$590American Airlines
Mon, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 28
American Airlines Logo
8:21 am - 8:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
16h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
9:54 pm - 9:33 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$590American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 26
Multiple Airlines Logo
10:29 pm - 12:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
18h 02m2 stops Dallas/Fort Worth Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
2:29 am - 9:03 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 34m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
$625Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 1 - Sat, Sep 5
Southwest Logo
12:55 pm - 9:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
12h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Denver Intl
Southwest Logo
10:25 pm - 3:45 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$634Southwest
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
8:25 am - 8:56 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
16h 31m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
10:06 pm - 5:10 pmANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 04m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky
$704Delta
Wed, Sep 2 - Wed, Sep 9
United Airlines Logo
2:07 pm - 7:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
9h 52m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:00 pm - 11:27 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$765United Airlines
Tue, Oct 6 - Sat, Oct 10
United Airlines Logo
12:30 pm - 7:57 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ANC Anchorage
11h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
8:59 pm - 9:28 amANC  Anchorage-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$765United Airlines
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Anchorage flights

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

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

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

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Anchorage from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually cost between $678 and $939 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $490 on Alaska Airlines (Oct 4-Oct 10).

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

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

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Anchorage on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Thursday is the most expensive day to fly from Detroit to Anchorage. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Friday and avoiding Tuesdays for the best deals.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Anchorage, 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Anchorage is October, where tickets cost $463 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $954 and $892 respectively.

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

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 $724, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Anchorage, 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Anchorage, you should book around 4 weeks before departure, which saves you about 59% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 4 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Anchorage

 
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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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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$118
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 36% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 2% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Detroit to Anchorage

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Anchorage 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 Detroit to Anchorage flights

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Anchorage was $118 for a one-way ticket and $490 for a round-trip.

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

    No, a passport isn't needed to fly from Detroit to Anchorage. However, local authorities might ask for an official ID.

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

    Delta, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Anchorage flight route.

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

    The Boeing 757 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Anchorage flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Anchorage?

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Anchorage, Alaska Airlines or Delta?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Anchorage are Alaska Airlines and Delta. With an average price for the route of $699 and an overall rating of 7.9, Alaska Airlines is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $925 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Detroit to Anchorage.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Anchorage from Detroit 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 Detroit to Anchorage?

    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 Anchorage with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and ANC 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 Detroit to Anchorage?

    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 Anchorage from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Anchorage?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Anchorage

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

Anchorage 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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