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Cheapest round-trip
$164
Typical prices: $259-$459
Frontier
Mon 11/12Fri 11/16
DTW - CLE • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$339
Typical prices: $249-$459
Delta
Thu 11/29Wed 12/12
DTW - CLE • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Cleveland (DTW-CLE)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Cleveland

Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:29 pm - 2:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 pm - 11:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$164Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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6:08 pm - 12:56 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
6h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:51 pm - 10:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
$168Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:29 pm - 2:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 pm - 11:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$175Frontier
Tue, Nov 10 - Thu, Nov 12
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4:29 pm - 7:02 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
26h 33m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:18 am - 11:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$187Frontier
Tue, Dec 8 - Wed, Dec 9
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10:00 am - 12:56 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
14h 56m2 stops Tampa Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:51 pm - 10:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
$190Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:42 am - 12:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
12h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:51 pm - 1:47 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 56m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$198Frontier
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
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4:29 pm - 2:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
21h 47m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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8:18 pm - 11:37 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
$199Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 9
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11:42 am - 12:41 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
12h 59m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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12:51 pm - 10:50 amCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
$199Frontier
Sun, Nov 29 - Sat, Dec 12
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10:50 pm - 11:53 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
1h 03mnonstop
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2:05 pm - 3:10 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 05mnonstop
$339Delta
Fri, Nov 27 - Sun, Nov 29
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2:20 pm - 3:18 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-CLE Cleveland Hopkins Intl
0h 58mnonstop
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7:55 pm - 9:00 pmCLE  Cleveland Hopkins Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 05mnonstop
$339Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland flights

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland typically range from $259 to $459. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $164, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland. It’s 45% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 122% higher.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Cleveland

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on 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.

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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

$102
Beat the crowds with an average 48% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 18% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland

When to book flights from Detroit to Cleveland

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 9:25 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 11:50 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland takes 1h, covering 95 miles.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland range from $259 to $459, with an average of $359 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

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

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 20%, evening flights for 20%, and night flights for 20%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland 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 $164 to $1,057. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $239, which is 32% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE)?

    Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport (CLE) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $71 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Alamo
    • Dollar
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Cleveland Hopkins Intl (CLE).

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 76% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $199 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $797, a difference of $598.

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

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Cleveland?

    Some of the most popular sights in Cleveland are Progressive Field, Huntington Bank Field and Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. These are among the most viewed places in Cleveland on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland 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 $199, about $598 less than Sunday fares (75% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Cleveland trip for June. Fares historically average $239 round-trip in that month - typically $558 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Cleveland Hopkins Intl Airport.

    • Hilton Garden Inn Cleveland Airport
    • Extended Stay America Select Suites - Cleveland - Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Cleveland?

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

Direct departures

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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Direct returns

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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