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Cheapest round-trip
$94
Typical prices: $196-$417
Frontier
Wed 9/19Mon 9/24
DTW - DFW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$84
Typical prices: $129-$296
American Airlines
Tue 12/11
DTW - DFW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 59m
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Cheapest • 22% average savings
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Most punctual • 87% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 9 weeks in advance save around 36% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $208 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Dallas (DTW-DFW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Dallas

Sat, Sep 19 - Thu, Sep 24
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7:55 pm - 9:54 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 59mnonstop
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5:43 pm - 9:32 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 49mnonstop
$94Frontier
Tue, Sep 22 - Thu, Sep 24
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9:08 pm - 11:06 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 58mnonstop
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6:05 am - 9:52 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 47mnonstop
$94Frontier
Fri, Feb 19 - Sat, Feb 27
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6:01 am - 8:21 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
3h 20mnonstop
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10:19 am - 1:59 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 40mnonstop
$166American Airlines
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
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3:50 pm - 5:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 59mnonstop
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5:20 am - 8:56 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 36mnonstop
$167Delta
Wed, Dec 9 - Wed, Dec 16
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12:20 pm - 2:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 56mnonstop
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6:30 pm - 10:07 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 37mnonstop
$167Delta
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
American Airlines Logo
10:00 am - 11:54 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 54mnonstop
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8:10 pm - 11:52 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 42mnonstop
$167American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
Southwest Logo
5:55 am - 10:40 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAL Dallas Love Field
5h 45m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:35 pm - 11:35 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m1 stop Denver Intl
$207Southwest
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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6:10 am - 10:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAL Dallas Love Field
4h 50m1 stop Nashville Intl
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2:20 pm - 9:40 pmDAL  Dallas Love Field-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl
$207Southwest
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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10:29 pm - 12:22 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
2h 53mnonstop
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4:38 pm - 11:31 amDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 53m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$262Multiple Airlines
Sat, Sep 19 - Tue, Sep 22
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10:42 am - 9:12 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DFW Dallas/Fort Worth
11h 30m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
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7:00 am - 3:28 pmDFW  Dallas/Fort Worth-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 28m1 stop Denver Intl
$264Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights

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

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas start at $94. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $196 to $417. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $94 on Frontier.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 27% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas at $221 round-trip.
  • July ($388) and June ($374) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas are cheapest 9 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 36% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Dallas

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and 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.

Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

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.

Ramsey Qubein

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.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$84
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 3% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 12% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to Dallas

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Dallas based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

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

    3 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Dallas. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • American Airlines
    • Delta
    • Frontier

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and may arrive at several airports in Dallas area, including Dallas Addison (ADS), Dallas Love Field (DAL) and Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas?

    Four cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas:

    • Economy Class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

    Prices vary by airline.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $208 round-trip via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW), compared to $291 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

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

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Lambert-St Louis (STL) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 10% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 26% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $267 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $360, a difference of $93. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas route, 15% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 43 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 30%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Dallas?

    Some of the most popular sights in Dallas are American Airlines Center, Dallas Market Center and Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Dallas on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:41 am and lands at 8:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:29 pm and lands at 1:28 am.

    The flight takes about 2h 59m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 27% above the route average of $283. Book 9 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas takes 2h 59m, covering 982 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas?

    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 are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $113, which is 42% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Spirit Airlines’s on-time performance compare to other airlines on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights?

    Spirit Airlines is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while American Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights are:

    • Spirit Airlines: 87% on time
    • American Airlines: 86% on time
    • Delta: 85% on time

    Overall, flights on this route are on time 85% of the time on average.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas?

    Night flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 14m, compared with 4h 50m via Chicago Midway (MDW) and 5h 03m via Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Dallas?

    Dallas is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available in Dallas?

    Since Dallas is served by multiple airports, car rental options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) — daily rates from around $18:

    · Easirent
    · Europcar
    · Ace
    · Hertz
    · Thrifty

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL) — daily rates from around $24:

    · Easirent
    · Thrifty
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas range from $196 to $417, with an average of $283 over the past 12 months. Anything below $196 counts as a good deal.

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

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas flights:

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $267 - about $93 less than Monday (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 9 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 36% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas trip for October. Fares historically average $221 round-trip in that month - typically $167 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Spirit Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 87% of Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 85%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours 43 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $208 round-trip on this route - about $83 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near Dallas Addison Airport

    · Residence Inn by Marriott Dallas Addison/Quorum Drive
    · Clarion Pointe Addison - Dallas North
    · Dallas/Addison Marriott Quorum by the Galleria

    Near Dallas Love Field Airport

    · Dallas Love Field Inn
    · Wingate by Wyndham Dallas Love Field
    · DoubleTree by Hilton Dallas - Love Field

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas

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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Direct returns

Dallas to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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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