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Cheapest round-trip
$256
Typical prices: $121-$284
Frontier
Thu 8/13Sun 8/23
DTW - DFW • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$262
Typical prices: $115-$287
Frontier
Sat 8/1Sat 8/8
DTW - DFW • Non-stop
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Frontier Economy Bundle beats Basic Fare with seat choice and a carry-on.
Delta free Wi-Fi adds value; American Main Cabin Extra includes early boarding.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines, Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 2h 53m
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Cheapest • Avg $149 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 16m (one-way)
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 19% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Dallas (DTW-DFW)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Detroit to Dallas 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.
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Dallas

Thu, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 23
Frontier Logo
7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
DTW
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DFW
3h 01mnonstop
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6:17 am - 1:39 pm
DFW
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DTW
6h 22m
1 stop
$256Frontier
Sat, Jul 25 - Sat, Aug 8
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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DFW
3h 01mnonstop
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6:13 am - 1:44 pm
DFW
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DTW
6h 31m
1 stop
$257Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10
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2:56 pm - 10:31 pm
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DFW
8h 35m
1 stop
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8:28 am - 5:51 pm
DFW
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DTW
8h 23m
1 stop
$258Frontier
Sat, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 27
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6:10 am - 12:30 pm
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DFW
7h 20m
1 stop
Frontier Logo
4:16 pm - 12:40 am
DFW
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DTW
7h 24m
1 stop
$259Frontier
Fri, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 5
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12:27 pm - 7:15 pm
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DFW
7h 48m
1 stop
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8:28 am - 4:09 pm
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DTW
6h 41m
1 stop
$260Frontier
Fri, Jul 31 - Mon, Aug 17
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5:35 pm - 10:35 pm
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DFW
6h 00m
1 stop
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2:29 pm - 6:15 pm
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DTW
2h 46mnonstop
$261Frontier
Fri, Aug 14 - Sun, Aug 16
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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DFW
3h 01mnonstop
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6:13 am - 12:40 am
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DTW
17h 27m
1 stop
$262Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Mon, Aug 10
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7:30 pm - 9:31 pm
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DFW
3h 01mnonstop
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10:00 am - 4:40 pm
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DTW
5h 40m
1 stop
$263Frontier
Sat, Aug 8 - Fri, Aug 14
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6:02 pm - 11:59 pm
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DFW
6h 57m
1 stop
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10:00 am - 4:40 pm
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DTW
5h 40m
1 stop
$264Frontier
Fri, Jul 24 - Wed, Aug 5
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11:49 am - 1:46 pm
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DFW
2h 57mnonstop
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6:13 am - 4:28 pm
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DTW
9h 15m
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$265Frontier
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Dallas flights

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

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

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

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

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

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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport is August, where tickets cost $187 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and April, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $374 and $371 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth 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 $381, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport?

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 Dallas/Fort Worth 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 19% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 5 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Dallas

 
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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.

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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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Low seasonJanuary
Cheapest flight$129
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 9% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 1% lower on average.
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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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FAQs for booking Detroit to Dallas flights

  • Can I find parking at DTW Airport?

    Anyone planning to leave their car at the airport will be happy to know that there are countless parking spaces around the airport. For long-term parking, there are three options from which you can choose. There is the McNamara Long-Term Parking, Big Blue Deck Long-Term Parking, and Green Lots 1 & 2. The Green Lot, in particular, is the most convenient since they charge a daily flat rate, although it is worth mentioning that they only accept credit card payments.

  • Which is the best airport to land in Dallas?

    Two major airports serve Dallas and the surrounding areas: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) and Dallas Love Field (DAL). While the two airports are only about 17 miles from each other, Dallas Love Field is the closest to the city center at around 7 miles. It is also relatively less busy compared to DFW, which is arguably the busiest airport in Texas and handles the most passenger traffic. Therefore, if you want to avoid long lines, consider booking a flight that lands at Dallas Love Field Airport.

  • How do I make my flight from Detroit to Dallas more sustainable?

    We all agree that flying is not a very sustainable way to travel. However, we cannot avoid flying, so the only way we can care for the environment is by taking the necessary steps to ensure that we make our flights more sustainable. One way to do that is by booking direct flights instead of connecting flights. While they might be cheaper, connecting flights are usually longer and therefore burn a lot more fuel releasing more carbon into the environment.

  • How do you get to DTW Airport from Downtown Detroit?

    To get to DTW Airport via public transport, you will have to head to the station at Washington + Lafayette, which is in the heart of Downtown Detroit. While at the station, take the 261 bus, which heads to Fast Michigan via DTW Airport. If you would much rather drive to the airport, take the I-94 W, which also goes directly to DTW Airport.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dallas/Fort Worth Airport was $129 for a one-way ticket and $256 for a round-trip.

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

    No

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

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

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

    The Airbus A320-100/200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Dallas flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Dallas?

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

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

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

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Dallas are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $426 and an overall rating of 7.9, Southwest is the most popular choice. Delta is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $447 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Dallas.

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

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

    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 Dallas with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and DFW 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 Dallas?

    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 Dallas 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $206 or less one-way and $381 or less round-trip.
  • When traveling with a pet, please ensure that they remain in their safe carriers at all times while at the airport. If it is a service animal, it should be leashed at all times, except when using the pet relief areas.
  • Nursing moms will be happy to learn that Dallas Fort Worth Airport (DFW) has multiple nursing rooms where you can breastfeed and nurse your child. The rooms are located in Terminal A near gate A18.
  • To enjoy the lounge facilities at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), consider booking your flight with Delta Air Lines. This is the only American airline with a lounge at the airport. They have five Delta Sky Clubs in the McNamara Terminal.
  • If you’re traveling with your four-legged friend, you will be happy to know DTW Airport has pet relief areas at both terminals. On the McNamara Terminal, you can find it adjacent to Gate A-34, while the Evans Terminal has one across from gate D16.
  • If you’re looking for specific inflight services, confirm that they are provided on your flight before booking. Different flights often offer different services, even when provided by the same airline.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Dallas?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Dallas/Fort Worth

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

Dallas/Fort Worth 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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