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Cheapest round-trip
$361
Typical prices: $391-$551
American Airlines
Wed 11/7Mon 11/12
DTW - LNK • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$230
Typical prices: $308-$493
Multiple Airlines
Tue 11/20
DTW - LNK • 1 stop
When to travel
Cheapest • 27% price drop
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $341 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 5h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Lincoln (DTW-LNK)

 

Cheap flights from Detroit to Lincoln with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
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8:01 am - 2:22 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
7h 21m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 11:52 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 54m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$361American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Thu, Nov 12
American Airlines Logo
6:42 am - 2:22 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
8h 40m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:27 am - 12:59 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 32m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$366American Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
7:17 pm - 11:19 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
5h 02m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:38 am - 1:09 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 31m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$376United Airlines
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
American Airlines Logo
6:44 am - 12:05 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
18h 21m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
2:58 pm - 11:53 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 55m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$398American Airlines
Sat, Feb 6 - Tue, Feb 9
United Airlines Logo
12:31 pm - 5:42 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 11m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:05 pm - 10:22 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 17m1 stop Denver Intl
$411United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 22
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 11:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
14h 39m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:24 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$417American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Mon, Oct 26
United Airlines Logo
7:30 am - 10:59 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
4h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
1:19 pm - 10:15 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 56m1 stop Denver Intl
$427United Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Tue, Dec 22
American Airlines Logo
10:20 am - 9:57 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
12h 37m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:24 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 24m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$487American Airlines
Fri, Oct 30 - Sun, Nov 1
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8:54 pm - 12:12 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
4h 18m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 12:58 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 58m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$503American Airlines
Sat, Jan 2 - Sun, Jan 3
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6:19 pm - 11:54 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-LNK Lincoln
6h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:22 pmLNK  Lincoln-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 22m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$519American Airlines

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 typically range from $391 to $551. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $361, on American Airlines.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$230
Beat the crowds with an average 55% drop in travelers.
One-way 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 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 Lincoln?

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

  • 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 37m 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.

  • 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 $391 to $551, with an average of $445 over the past 12 months. Anything below $391 counts as a good deal.

  • 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 $361 to $1,458. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x 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 in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $359.

  • 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

  • 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).

  • 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) - 87% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 48% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Lincoln. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $672, a difference of $322.

    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 Lincoln?

    Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 37m, 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.

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 are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Thursday flights average $350, about $322 less than Friday fares (48% 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 February. Fares historically average $324 round-trip in that month - typically $662 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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