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$78 Find Cheap Flights from Detroit to Austin

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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Detroit to Austin, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $439-$299
Southwest
Sat 5/16Tue 5/26
DTW - AUS • 2 stops
Cheapest non-stop
$379
Typical prices: $439-$299
Delta
Fri 5/1Mon 5/4
DTW - AUS • Non-stop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Austin (DTW-AUS)

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

Sat, May 16 - Tue, May 26
Southwest Logo
8:35 am - 3:55 pm
DTW
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AUS
8h 20m
2 stops
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3:50 pm - 9:15 pm
AUS
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DTW
4h 25m
1 stop
$291Southwest
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:54 am - 8:36 pm
DTW
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AUS
9h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 11:49 pm
AUS
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DTW
30h 54m
2 stops
$301Multiple Airlines
Wed, May 6 - Sun, May 10
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:05 pm - 11:59 pm
DTW
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AUS
30h 54m
2 stops
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:13 pm - 12:35 pm
AUS
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DTW
14h 22m
1 stop
$303Multiple Airlines
Thu, May 14 - Sun, May 17
Frontier Logo
7:55 am - 8:18 pm
DTW
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AUS
13h 23m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:13 pm - 12:35 pm
AUS
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DTW
14h 22m
1 stop
$311Frontier
Fri, Apr 24 - Tue, Apr 28
Southwest Logo
3:00 pm - 8:45 pm
DTW
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AUS
6h 45m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 pm
AUS
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DTW
5h 15m
1 stop
$312Southwest
Fri, Apr 10 - Sat, Apr 25
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4:17 pm - 12:24 am
DTW
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AUS
9h 07m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 11:40 am
AUS
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DTW
25h 15m
3 stops
$313Spirit Airlines
Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19
Frontier Logo
11:54 am - 8:36 pm
DTW
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AUS
9h 42m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
8:20 pm - 11:38 am
AUS
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DTW
38h 18m
2 stops
$315Frontier
Fri, Apr 17 - Mon, Apr 20
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:54 am - 8:36 pm
DTW
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AUS
9h 42m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
3:55 pm - 11:49 pm
AUS
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DTW
30h 54m
2 stops
$316Multiple Airlines
Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19
Multiple Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 11:40 pm
DTW
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AUS
8h 32m
1 stop
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 11:38 am
AUS
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DTW
38h 18m
2 stops
$317Multiple Airlines
Sat, Apr 11 - Sat, Apr 25
Spirit Airlines Logo
5:45 am - 4:04 pm
DTW
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AUS
11h 19m
1 stop
Spirit Airlines Logo
9:25 am - 11:40 am
AUS
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DTW
25h 15m
3 stops
$318Spirit Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Austin flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Austin 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 Austin?

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 Austin departing in May.

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

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

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

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

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 Austin, 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 Austin is August, where tickets cost $187 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and February, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $479 and $445 respectively.

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

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 $377, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Austin, 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 Austin, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 15% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 26 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$78
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 20% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 3% lower on average.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Austin flights

  • Does Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) have a pet relief area?

    Detroit Airport (DTW) has multiple pet relief areas in and out of the different terminals. The McNamara and North Terminals have both pre-security and post-security animal relief sections. They are all in strategic points perfectly fitted with solid waste disposal options, artificial turf, and mini fire hydrants to help your furry friend relieve itself comfortably.

  • Is Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) committed to ADA compliance?

    Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) is designed to meet the needs of travelers with mobility challenges. Airlines offer wheelchair service, and the airport's pathways are level to enhance wheelchair mobility. Staff members are trained to assist those with special needs. The parking garage close to the terminal also has accessible parking spaces.

  • How do I get to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) from Detroit city center?

    The Line 261 Bus is the most popular and affordable option to get to Detroit Airport (DTW) from Detroit city center. If you need a faster means of transportation to the airport, you can opt for a taxi or car rental. You should be ready to pay more for a taxi, ridesharing, or car rental.

  • Are there children's play areas at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Airport (DTW) is kid-friendly with multiple entertainment areas. The McNamara Terminal has kid's play areas near gates A18, A8, B20, and C6. Other play sections are near gate D16 at the Evans Terminal. You can keep your child entertained in these spots as you wait for your flight.

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

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin was $78 for a one-way ticket and $301 for a round-trip.

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

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

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

    Delta, JetBlue, Alaska Airlines, Aeromexico, and American Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Austin flight route.

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

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Austin flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Austin?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Austin are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $353 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 $401 and an overall rating of 7.9.

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

    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 Austin.

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

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

    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 Austin with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and AUS 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 Austin?

    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 Austin from Detroit 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $378 or less one-way and $419 or less round-trip.
  • Economy travelers at the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) can access multiple airport lounges by purchasing a day pass, paying at the door, or subscribing to an annual membership. The Lufthansa Business Lounge and Delta Sky Club are the best spots to reconnect and refresh before boarding your flight. The Delta Sky Club has showers; you can get a day pass for just around $50.
  • Looking for a convenient long-term parking option at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)? If you’re going to Austin for several days, you can take advantage of the long-term parking at the Green Lots, the Big Blue Deck, and McNamara Parking Garage. Valet parking garage is the most convenient option.
  • The Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has several ground transportation options once you land, from limos to buses and rental cars. There is also the option to ride services such as online taxis and regular cabs. If you’re looking for an affordable transportation option from Austin Airport (AUS) to downtown Austin, take the bus. Taxis and car rentals are a bit expensive, though fast.
  • All gate areas at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) have power stations with USB charging ports. If you wish to finalize some last-minute business before boarding your flight, you can take advantage of these charging stations. You can also use them to charge your phone and other devices.
  • The Westin on-site airport hotel is the only hotel available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You will enjoy complimentary shuttle service, privacy access, and security entrance to the McNamara Terminal. The facility is equipped with fitness studios, meeting rooms, and an indoor pool.

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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 Austin Bergstrom.
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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Austin

 
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4333 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
8.6Crew
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I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

6.0 GoodChris, Mar 2026
DAL - SAT
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I elected to pay for the upgrades and found very little difference

The new seating arrangement is so over priced for what you get.

Snacks are always pretzels. Why can't you also offer peanuts ?

Flight was hours late, unable to sit next to spouse, I have had so much better experiences. Substantially better, only saving grace was that it was a short flight.

An entire day of delays. Cost lots of money. Meals and a hotel.

Only downside was the legroom and seat width, which is always a problem unless I spend more for a premium seat.

Great flight but super high price. Glad it was a business trip and not personal

On time. Friendly staff. Took to long to pre bord all the specialty groups. Cramped small plane

No delays and arrived to destination 30 min early. Staff was super friendly.

Everything a cheap airline should be at normal airline rates.

Smaller plane for a longer flight than my first one. Doesn’t make sense.

Miserable. This entire round trip was miserable. I booked evening flights to and from Detroit on consecutive days that should have had me at my destination by 10:30. Instead I arrived after 3am on my flight to Detroit and after midnight on my return. Multiple unforced errors like awaiting bags to get put on the plane for almost an hour in Detroit and a 20 minute delay to pull up to the gate in Atlanta has me rethinking my assumption that delta is the best and most reliable airline

Another late night flight and MORE men belligerently drinking and yelling. I had to move from first to economy because they were so obnoxious and disruptive. Crazy to go from a cozy chair to cardboard when you were supposed to be in first. Delta allows was too much drinking which leads to belligerent behavior.

The flight was flying with 30% capacity. The flight my seat from preferred seating to back of the seat. Even though i can understand that this was to balance the flight weight. The flight attendance decided to do the serving near my seat and in the middle , their noices woke me up from sleep , when i realized that the service has ended and when they were going back asked for a coffee, for which they answered they have completed teh service in my location. That really upset me as they woke me up and also rejected the coffee i asked. I ended up landing with a headache, thanks to the crew that screwed up my travel

2+hrs delay without any reason provided and a cramped flight

Delta flights recently are always delayed AND at jfk tney get the gates further away (need To walk 20’ to get to them/all the way at the end of the terminal). Not sure whats happening but price doesnt match experience!

Flight was delayed and no reasons provided. After the passengers were boarded, the crew made announcement that the captain has jot arrived and he would take another 15 mins. All passengers patiently sat until the captain came and started. Terrible experience!

Flight delay was frustrating, also you cannot checkin online without delta app, web browser check-in throw errors

Only freetext wifi was available in flight; browsing WiFi required payment. Since the seats had no in flight entertainment, Delta should revisit this policy on this longer flight.

Got on the plane and sat there for an hour before departure.

The flight attendant in business class was excellent! Professional, friendly and attentive.

Terrible planning. And even worse gate agents. Absolutely rude behavior.

Rough flight No beverage service due to turbulence Bottom Seat cushion was non existent

They put me on an earlier and I got home sooner

Not good. One of my luggage is missing. And until now they can’t find it

Delay after delay with little communication then AA lost my luggage and at airport would not assist just said scan this QR code to track your luggage and submit a claim. However QR code provided did not work so have to go back to airport

Where do I start!! I was delayed with my flight from Dallas to Tampa. On the way back from Tampa to Dallas the flight was delayed over 4 hours+. I was put on another flight that was also delayed but not as long. Traveling on American Airlines is becoming exhausing.

Dloght delayed by 2.5 hrs . Common theme in my last four american floghts

The flight attendants and the service is getting worse by the day.

They are rarely on time! Very hard to plan your travels when flights or connections keep getting delayed.

Flight was delayed more than 3 hours, and the metro had stopped running by the time we got to the terminal well past midnight, so I was stranded, alone, with no way to get home until the metro started up the next morning.

This flight cancelled. I am in the airport right now and my kids sleep on the floor. We are waiting for information in the line 4 hours and rude woman from spirit airline offers us flight to Austin on 23 February. No water no food offer. The offer to book hotel and they will refund 150$. The nearest hotel 450$ per night. So I got flight to San Antonio 02/22 at 7am. I hate this company, they are rude and no empathy. So many people with kids were there. And I don’t sleep and it is cold here. I don’t have warm clothes for me and my kids. And I don’t have money for transport from San Antonio to my Austin.

Flight was delayed due to waiting for crew! Flight attendants did not offer us food or drinks. Did not communicate with them at all other than at boarding and leaving the plane.

Crew was very nice. Take off and landing were great. Economy seats are not comfortable. Extra cost for snacks.

Flight has been canceled 10 minutes before the departure time and no explanation was given. What a joke of a company

Everything was OK, the deicing took a long time, our connections were almost missed.

The flight was delayed by 2 hours and we had no food or water or chargers

Cheap, only one short delay. No issues despite bad weather. Able to take a big backpack for free.

Your flight crew and boarding area crew need to have microphone use training. They all hold the microphone right up to their mouths, way to close making understanding them almost impossible. The microphone should be held about 3 to 4 inches away from their mouths. This would provide for much better clarity through the PA system. ‘Eating the mic’ DOES NOT work.

Cancel the ticket on my day that I’m travelling that it was

The crew acted like they had never done this and kept barking passive aggressive orders at people. + the security line + the delay + sitting on the tarmac for 2 hours + none of the apps or signage updating with correct times

More inflight connection. And leg space is horrible. And the paying for baggage I'd ridiculous!!!

My flight was originally from SAT to MCO connecting from MCO to ORD. We got diverted to ATL and than Frontier staff there was sooo un helpful first they said they couldn’t give us any accommodation since our flight first got delayed that cancelled and now it’s 221am and I am still in ATL since they said they need to create a new flight my final destination is ORD and I have been delayed twice and cancelled. With no real help the frontier app didn’t work no email updates over all such a horrible experience

There's no seats that lean back with little leg space i wad uncomfortable the entire flight. Your charges for extra baggage is despicable and costly!!

Remind customers of the need to have passport or new ID for boarding.

Flight was canceled. Most upsetting was message from Kayak, stating that the flight was canceled and click with Kayak for details regarding rebook, refund details. THERE'S NO INFORMATION PROVIDED BY KAYAK EXCEPT THAT FLIGHT IS CANCELED. AND NOW THIS SURVEY TO FIND OUT HOW WAS THE FLIGHT !!!!!!!

The flight never took off and we spent 7 hours at the airport

Gate not determined until I got to the airport - hard to plan the trip to the airport.

Our flight was canceled. I will never use Kayak nor Frontier for travel again. The entire experience was a headache.

Frontier.. nickel and dime add-ons. Flight late, on time, late again, last minute gate change, arrival gate required a shuttle to the terminal. They sure keep you guessing.. if you like a little chaos and airport anxiety, this is the airline for you!

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