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Cheap Flights from Detroit to District of Columbia

Cheapest round-trip prices found by our users on KAYAK in the last 72 hours
Washington, D.C.
Baltimorenonstop$63
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Baltimorenonstop$63

Book Cheap Detroit to District of Columbia Plane Tickets

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

Thu, Oct 2 - Mon, Oct 6
Frontier Logo
3:42 pm - 12:15 amDTW-IAD
8h 33m1 stop
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6:10 am - 2:46 pmIAD-DTW
8h 36m1 stop
$142Frontier
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Fri, Oct 3 - Tue, Oct 7
Frontier Logo
1:36 pm - 6:24 pmDTW-IAD
28h 48m1 stop
Frontier Logo
9:00 am - 2:47 pmIAD-DTW
5h 47m1 stop
$143Frontier
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Sat, Sep 13 - Mon, Sep 15
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:35 amDTW-IAD
1h 35mnonstop
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8:20 am - 9:57 amIAD-DTW
1h 37mnonstop
$177United Airlines
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Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
American Airlines Logo
9:18 am - 10:59 amDTW-DCA
1h 41mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
8:20 pm - 10:03 pmDCA-DTW
1h 43mnonstop
$183American Airlines
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Thu, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 28
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:34 amDTW-IAD
1h 34mnonstop
United Airlines Logo
8:25 am - 10:01 amIAD-DTW
1h 36mnonstop
$183United Airlines
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Mon, Nov 24 - Fri, Nov 28
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:39 amDTW-DCA
1h 39mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
10:00 pm - 11:52 pmDCA-DTW
1h 52mnonstop
$184American Airlines
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Fri, Sep 26 - Sat, Sep 27
Delta Logo
9:35 pm - 11:06 pmDTW-IAD
1h 31mnonstop
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6:16 pm - 8:00 pmIAD-DTW
1h 44mnonstop
$197Delta
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Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
Southwest Logo
2:00 pm - 7:30 pmDTW-DCA
5h 30m1 stop
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3:35 pm - 9:25 pmDCA-DTW
5h 50m1 stop
$197Southwest
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Sat, Sep 13 - Tue, Sep 16
Southwest Logo
3:55 pm - 8:25 pmDTW-DCA
4h 30m1 stop
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12:00 pm - 6:25 pmDCA-DTW
6h 25m2 stops
$202Southwest
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Thu, Oct 9 - Sun, Oct 12
Delta Logo
7:30 am - 9:00 amDTW-IAD
1h 30mnonstop
Delta Logo
6:05 am - 7:41 amIAD-DTW
1h 36mnonstop
$218Delta
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to District of Columbia flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to District of Columbia to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia flight route?

Data is based on round-trip flight searches on KAYAK over the past month.

The cheapest ticket to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport found in the last 72 hours was to Baltimore, at $43 round-trip. The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Baltimore (BWI), and the cheapest round-trip airline ticket found on this route in the last 72 hours was $43.

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

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.

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $364 on average.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

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 District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia is July, when tickets cost $189 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and April, when the average cost of round-trip tickets is $298 and $251 respectively.

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

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

If you are looking for a flight deal from Detroit to District of Columbia, look for departures on Fridays and avoid leaving on a Monday, as it's usually the priciest day. When flying back from District of Columbia, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly and Sunday is the most expensive.

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

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 District of Columbia, 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 District of Columbia, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 38% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 16 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$70
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
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FAQs - booking District of Columbia flights

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    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 District of Columbia.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia 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 District of Columbia?

    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 from Detroit to District of Columbia with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to District of Columbia?

    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 from Detroit to District of Columbia up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

  • What is the cheapest time of day to fly to District of Columbia?

    The cheapest time of day to fly to District of Columbia is generally in the evening, when round-trip flights cost $306 on average. Morning departures are around 4% more expensive than evening flights, on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to District of Columbia is generally in the afternoon, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is $645.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to District of Columbia

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to District of Columbia. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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SouthwestOverall score based on 4246 reviews
7.0Food
8.0Comfort
8.6Crew
7.5Entertainment
8.1Boarding
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Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

6.0 GoodDavid, Aug 2025MCO - DEN
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Near 4 hour flight with only 1 service. Had to use call button to request water. Internet and power not working until into flight. Internet would stop working during flight.

Southwest's seats are the least comfortable I have ever sat in.

The cabin was quiet for the redeye flight. The area was clean. The staff was great. The 787 Max was in good condition. Drawbacks were that the seat widths were tight for some passengers. The seat padding was at best average and for a long flight uncomfortable.

Southwest like most American domestic airlines, is a mediocre airline. But it is among the cheapest. Oh well.

My flight was delayed 50 minutes and we were rushed to board to then sit for 15 minutes until the pilot arrived. Unacceptable since we could have waited to board. Also the delayed flight was updated AFTER we boarded to more than the 10 minutes as originally stated.

Other than a bit of a delay, everything was good. Again, the boarding process and picking seats is the only thing I don't enjoy.

If we are going to have to pay for luggage, make it easier to do. Put something on the app during check-in so I don't need to do it at the kiosk. I've done it twice recently and I ended up having to pay at the desk because something went wrong at the kiosk in Tampa.

southwest just starting charging for luggage. hadnt realized it until it was too late. now out $70 when i couldve bought a carry on if i wouldve known. free bags was one of the only reasons i chose southwest over another airline (the other being no assigned seats, which is apparently also being changed). stupid business decision. wont be flying southwest anymore.

The quality of Southwest Airlines continues to degrade each time I fly with them. If it were not for the free luggage, I would probably choose another airline. Their prices are a little bit competitive, but way too high for the quality of the service. Southwest is not unique in this way. Domestic flight in the United States of America has continued to be a lower and lower quality product. Very sad when you compare the quality of domestic airlines to that of many international airlines around the world.

Very smooth checking in our luggage with a super pleasant SW agent. I enjoyed a fun entertaining movie.

Delayed due to thunderstorms and no in-flight service due to rough weather — both of which are out of Delta’s control. Flight was good overall.

The flight attendants in SLC were rude. I arrived 40 minutes early to gate. Ticket said I needed check in for seat assignments and tried check in and attendants said they weren’t doing it. And proceeded to never call me to give me a ticket so when time to board I received the very last seat. Please relay to employees to do their job better..,

On this flight I felt the food offering was not as complete as on previous flights. The tomato salad was a bit off and there was nothing additional such a bread or butter. The breakfast was only one option, so you either ate what they had or ate nothing. The crew was efficient, but most seemed frustrated throughout the flight. The flight arrived early and was obstacle-free, so I’m overall quite happy, but the shine in the rest of the experience just wasn’t there.

The seats got pretty uncomfortable pretty fast. The armrests are bigger than on other planes, so I had less room in the actual seat. My butt hurt by the end of the flight. :/ comfort was the primary issue. The crew were fantastic!

I believe that a four-hour trip should have a meal. Delta had none.

Great flight with Delta! Boarding was quick and easy, the amenities were solid, and the plane was in great shape. The flight attendants had a fun, lively energy while staying professional. All in all, a smooth trip — even managed to catch up on some rest. Thanks, Delta!

I was uncomfortably cold on the plane. Other than that it was uneventful and therefore as enjoyable as a plane ride can be.

There was supposed to be a meal served, but there wasn’t and the major toilet was out of order

They made us board and then deboard due to mechanical issue which delayed the departure by almost 2 hours and we barely made our connecting flight. These quality checks should've been done before boarding not after.

Having to up charge for a seat assignment is not good. Delta can do better

It is clear that someone knew, and competent, is in charge of food at United Airlines at least for the international flights. I was flying in coach, but the choices of the dinner were excellent. Tasty, and appropriate size. I had the beef, which was a little bit like a shepherds pie, and it was good. Nothing comparable has been served on a United flight in years. It will not be confused with three star food, but it is very good for airline food. Even better was the breakfast choice between a cinnamon roll and a breakfast sandwich. I chose the breakfast sandwich which was absolutely delicious and which I would happily order again at my local Starbucks or Panera. It is clear that someone knew indifferent is in charge of the food and it’s about time.

Had one staff that was not pleasant. Seems they are stressed with too many people to care for.

I would have liked an opportunity to move to a different seat ( even would have checked in my hand luggage)as I had health issues where I didn't have to clamber over the passenger next to me to for toilet use/ movement [ She was a highly unpleasant neighbor to sit next to]. In addition, I found that my European phone plan had run out of data and so I was not receiving emails from yourselves on airport wifi to be able to check in online and verifications difficult as did not accept the ticket number I had. I asked for an extra blanket but was told there was none. Then I saw other passengers receiving them. I couldn't eat the food and asked for snacks : Stewardess said " on the way" but they did not bring. The best bit was the check in process in Lisbon. Very efficient. However, I did not understand why we had to collect our bags at Washington then go through customs again. It was not explained. I also with my leg and health issue had approximately mile walk to the gate ( which then changed) . There appeared to be no moving walkways or help provided.

The attendant were friendly. I suggest you have a medical attendant on board every flight so that in case someone is sick , he/she will help them.

We had a very long diversion and our food voucher didn’t work because the restaurants were closed

United airlines, mediocre at best. No issues , nothing great . Worked for me

I liked that the flight was nonstop from ORD to CIU for $200 round trip.

Turbulent taking off & landing to Dulles from Raleigh. Flight from Dulles to Tokyo very good!!

Very nice and clean plane. Transit time between flights was tight though

Mostly the experience was good except for the flight changes made by UA which meant longer layover in DC

After we'd boarded , they canceled the flight. The crew didn't even know , we just all received text messages. Then after they deplaned us , AA was just like "too bad, go F your self, we sure ain't gonna help you"

Initial flight was cancelled at the time of arrival to the airport, flight alternative requires switching from direct to flight with a layover, and the plane felt like it would split apart, it was so rattle-y.

Weather delay for 2.5 hours followed by half hour crew delay, did not have ginger ale, uncomfortable seats

It was nobody’s fault - but the plane came 4-hrs late and we were updated randomly in 20-30 mins increments which left us hostage to sit and wait expectantly. It was very long and got very late. Our plane didn’t land until nearly 1 am! Also the toilet wasn’t working. The hosts were nice enough but were clearly “about to pass out” as one told me. Lastly, there was no snack or even time for it. Just a bad experience overall.

The trip was very smooth and they provided great customer service

The boarding crew was incredibly helpful getting me on an earlier flight

Great experience. Flight boarded easily. Departed early. Smooth flight. Great arrival in DC--almost no taxing! Almost direct to gate from runway. Crew was terrific. Same cookies and beverages in main cabin. I did not use the entertainment system on this flight.

Flight delayed on both ends - have a gate ready at DCA, don't make us sit for 30min after being late to take off as well.

AA can't control the weather. But the airplane was hot and stuffy while stuck on the runway with a broken entertainment system.

very bare bones flight no entertainment screen, download shows prior to boarding to watch on phone or tablet.

sluggish boarding and arrival procedures, fake nice flight attendants, and lots of delays.

Disaster. They lied every step of the way. We ended up being delayed due to crew and then allegedly abandoned the flight because of a curfew at LGA. No rebooking to LGA at any reasonable time. No hotel. No meal vouchers. Had to sleep in the airport and fly to Newark instead. Will never fly Frontier again.

What I expected, nickeled and dined and a frontier flight attendant loudly complained about her job and lack of communication as she headed to the gate on her cell phone. Not professional.

As every law enforcement agency I could imagine surrounded the plane and we didn’t disembark for 2 hours and then had to stick around for another hour to go get our personal belongings after leaving them behind and being bused away from the plane, it was scary and inconvenient. We were given no information as to why this was happening. Lack of communication with passengers was disappointing.

After boarding and un-boarding twice over 6+hours, the flight was canceled.

Severe turbulence. Captain never came on to reassure passengers after things settled down.

My first flight was delayed 5 hours. The 2nd flight was canceled til the next day and the never even tried to compensate for it. Worse I was delayed again on the flight the rebooked me on.

Boarding in Orlando was not good. Giant mob at the gate, should have been lines.

Decent clean onboard experience. Okay discount airline experience. Unfortunately, any customer service interactions are difficult and unhelpful. There is no service. Also, a premium seat only gets you premium boarding if you line up first. Once they start general boarding you must go to the back of the line. Not very premium

baggage clamed had to wait over a hour and half for all people on my flight it was terrible

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