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Cheapest round-trip
$291
Typical prices: $344-$563
United Airlines
Sun 9/9Wed 9/12
DTW - LNK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$314
Typical prices: $331-$493
United Airlines
Wed 10/10
DTW - LNK • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 25% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $341 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 28m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Lincoln (DTW-LNK)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Lincoln

Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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4:26 pm - 9:47 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:56 am - 11:27 amLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$291United Airlines
Wed, Sep 9 - Sat, Sep 12
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12:56 pm - 10:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
11h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
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5:28 am - 12:22 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$296American Airlines
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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8:54 pm - 11:56 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
4h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:40 am - 3:09 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$305American Airlines
Fri, Sep 25 - Sun, Sep 27
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8:47 pm - 12:18 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 12:22 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$319American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
United Airlines Logo
5:25 am - 11:19 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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5:56 am - 11:27 amLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$320United Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
5:10 pm - 10:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 49m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 11:43 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$320American Airlines
Fri, Sep 11 - Tue, Sep 15
American Airlines Logo
12:56 pm - 10:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
11h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:28 am - 12:22 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$325American Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
American Airlines Logo
12:56 pm - 10:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
11h 03m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:46 pm - 11:43 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 57m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$325American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
4:26 pm - 9:53 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 27m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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1:15 pm - 10:23 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 08m1 stop Denver Intl
$371United Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Sun, Sep 13
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5:25 am - 11:19 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 54m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
5:56 am - 1:25 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$379United Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln flights

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln start at $291. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $344 to $563. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $291 on United Airlines.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$291
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 24% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 4% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln

When to book flights from Detroit to Lincoln

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Lincoln 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 Lincoln flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

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

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

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

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $309 round-trip, compared to $341 via a layover through Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 83% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 17% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 46% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $643, a difference of $293. 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 long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln?

    There are currently no nonstop flights available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln. Flights with 1 layover take between 5h 28m and 7h 16m in total, depending on the connection.

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

    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 Lincoln 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 $291 to $1,366. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $434, which is 11% above the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 28m, compared with 7h 16m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Lincoln?

    Lincoln is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What car rental options are available at Lincoln Airport (LNK)?

    Lincoln Airport (LNK) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $30 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Avis
    · Hertz
    · Alamo
    · Payless
    · Budget

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln range from $344 to $563, with an average of $429 over the past 12 months. Anything below $344 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $350 - about $293 less than Friday (46% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln trip for September. Fares historically average $323 round-trip in that month - typically $663 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Lincoln Airport.
    - Wingate by Wyndham Lincoln Airport East I-80
    - Hampton Inn Lincoln Airport
    - Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Lincoln Airport

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