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Cheapest round-trip
$473
Typical prices: $478-$941
American Airlines
Tue 3/13Tue 3/20
DTW - DAY • 1 stop
Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $521 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 5h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Dayton (DTW-DAY)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Dayton

Sat, Mar 13 - Sat, Mar 20
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 11:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
11:15 am - 4:40 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 25m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$473American Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Sun, Dec 6
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 6:01 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
11h 17m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:43 pm - 9:34 amDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$485American Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:24 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
18h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 7:10 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$643United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:24 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
18h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 9:07 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 32m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$650United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
8:30 am - 7:33 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
11h 03m2 stops Newark Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 9:07 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 32m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Newark
$657United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 2:24 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
18h 34m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 11:59 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 59m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$658United Airlines
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
United Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 1:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DAY Dayton
17h 45m2 stops Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
9:35 am - 7:10 pmDAY  Dayton-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 35m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$693United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton flights

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton typically range from $478 to $941. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $473, on American Airlines.

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

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

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton.

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

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton. Flights with 1 layover take between 4h 18m and 5h 29m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton 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 $473 to $1,461. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • What car rental options are available at Dayton Airport (DAY)?

    Dayton Airport (DAY) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $72 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo
    • Hertz
    • Avis

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Dayton (DAY).

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

    Connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton most commonly pass through:

    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 50% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $478 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $941, a difference of $463.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 18m, compared with 5h 29m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $478, about $463 less than Tuesday fares (49% savings) based on the last 12 months.

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