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Cheapest round-trip
$261
Typical prices: $256-$418
American Airlines
Wed 8/26Wed 9/2
DTW - SRQ • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$477
Typical prices: $311-$648
Delta
Sun 12/20Thu 12/24
DTW - SRQ • Non-stop
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Shortest trip • 4h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Sarasota (DTW-SRQ)

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

Wed, Aug 26 - Wed, Sep 2
American Airlines Logo
2:56 pm - 9:10 pm
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SRQ
6h 14m
1 stop
American Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 2:10 pm
SRQ
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DTW
6h 50m
1 stop
$261American Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
United Airlines Logo
5:30 am - 11:07 am
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SRQ
5h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 11:53 am
SRQ
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DTW
5h 48m
1 stop
$270United Airlines
Thu, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 27
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5:30 am - 11:07 am
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SRQ
5h 37m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
6:05 am - 2:23 pm
SRQ
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DTW
8h 18m
2 stops
$275United Airlines
Sat, Oct 3 - Sat, Oct 10
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9:02 am - 2:58 pm
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SRQ
5h 56m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 11:59 pm
SRQ
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DTW
7h 39m
1 stop
$278United Airlines
Mon, Jul 20 - Mon, Jul 27
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 3:12 pm
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SRQ
6h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 11:54 pm
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DTW
7h 24m
1 stop
$279United Airlines
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 2:58 pm
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SRQ
8h 58m
2 stops
United Airlines Logo
4:20 pm - 10:15 pm
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DTW
5h 55m
1 stop
$284United Airlines
Sun, Aug 16 - Sun, Aug 23
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12:50 pm - 11:39 pm
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SRQ
10h 49m
1 stop
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9:41 am - 12:44 pm
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DTW
51h 03m
2 stops
$285Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jul 29 - Thu, Jul 30
United Airlines Logo
8:50 am - 3:12 pm
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SRQ
6h 22m
1 stop
United Airlines Logo
4:30 pm - 10:19 pm
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DTW
5h 49m
1 stop
$289United Airlines
Tue, Aug 18 - Thu, Aug 20
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7:34 am - 3:10 pm
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7h 36m
1 stop
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4:25 pm - 11:59 pm
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DTW
7h 34m
1 stop
$292United Airlines
Sat, Aug 1 - Mon, Aug 3
American Airlines Logo
4:37 pm - 11:59 pm
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SRQ
7h 22m
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5:21 pm - 10:34 pm
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DTW
5h 13m
1 stop
$294American Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Sarasota flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Sarasota 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 Sarasota?

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 Sarasota departing in August.

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

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

When flying from Detroit to Sarasota, you should consider leaving on a Monday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Detroit, you’ll find the best rates on Fridays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sarasota?

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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota is August, where tickets cost $288 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are April and March, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $479 and $476 respectively.

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

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 $376, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

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

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 Sarasota, 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 Sarasota, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 23% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonJuly
Cheapest flight$115
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 16% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 26% increase in price.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Sarasota flights

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) offers accessibility and mobility assistance to passengers with limited mobility. The airport provides wheelchair assistance, accessible restrooms, stimulus sensitivity in the McNamara Tunnel, moving walkways, and boarding assistance. DTW is also part of the Hidden Disabilities Sunflower Program to help passengers with hidden disabilities.

    For eco-friendly flights from Detroit to Sarasota, you can book with Delta Air Lines, which has one-stop flights that emit less carbon. The airline has implemented several sustainable practices in its operations, including using sustainable aviation fuel and investing in a fleet renewal program. These measures help reduce Delta Air Lines’ carbon footprint.

  • How do I get to downtown Sarasota from Sarasota Bradenton International Airport (SRQ)?

    The Sarasota County Area Transit (SCAT) and Manatee County Area Transit (MCAT) public buses offer connections to downtown Sarasota from SRQ. Buses are available at the exit of the Ground Transportation Area and outside the Terminal. Metered taxis and car rentals are readily available at the airport.

  • Which airlines have Business Class flights from Detroit to Sarasota?

    For Business Class flights from Detroit to Sarasota, consider booking Delta Air Lines, American Airlines, or United Airlines, which have this travel option on their one-stop flights. You’ll enjoy access to specific lounges, priority service, in-flight dining, comfortable seats, spacious cabins with more legroom, and in-flight entertainment.

  • What lounges are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Regardless of your flight or travel class, you can check into the Lufthansa Business Lounge, accessible through a prepaid lounge pass. Delta Sky Club in the McNamara Terminal is accessible through lounge membership programs. These lounges feature comfortable seating, free high-speed internet, a broad menu, entertainment options, and resting areas.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sarasota?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Sarasota was $115 for a one-way ticket and $261 for a round-trip.

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

    A passport is not required to fly from Detroit to Sarasota.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Detroit to Sarasota?

    Detroit airport is called Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County and the only airport in Sarasota is Sarasota Bradenton Intl.

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

    Only Delta offers inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Sarasota flight route.

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

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

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Sarasota?

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

  • What is the most popular layover when flying to Sarasota from Detroit?

    Charlotte is the most popular layover city among KAYAK users traveling from Detroit to Sarasota.

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

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Sarasota are Southwest and Delta. With an average price for the route of $393 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 $470 and an overall rating of 7.8.

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

    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 Sarasota.

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

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

    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 Sarasota with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and SRQ 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 Sarasota?

    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 Sarasota 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 Sarasota

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $398 or less round-trip.
  • Which other cities can I fly to from Budapest?
  • If you wish to extend your trip from Budapest, you can fly to domestic destinations like Szeged, Debrecen, and Pecs or international destinations like Istanbul, Prague, Vienna, Moscow, Amsterdam, Rome, Barcelona, Paris, and London. Multiple airlines have domestic and international flights from Budapest Liszt Ferenc International Airport (BUD).
  • The Detroit (DTT) to Sarasota (SRQ) flight route is primarily served by connecting flights. Common layover cities for one-stop flights on this route include Atlanta (ATL), Chicago (ORD), Charlotte (CLT), Philadelphia (PHL), New York City (NYC), Dallas (DFW), Washington, D.C. (DCA), and Nashville (BNA).
  • If you plan to travel with your pet from Detroit to Sarasota, consider booking American Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Delta Air Lines, or United Airlines, which allow pets in the cabin. You can bring small pets like cats, dogs, rabbits, or birds, which must be kept in a special carrier. The size and weight restrictions of the carrier and the animal vary from airline to airline.
  • Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, American Airlines, and United Airlines have no maximum carry-on weight limit on their flights from Detroit to Sarasota. Your carry-on luggage shouldn’t exceed airline-specific dimensions, and you should be able to lift it yourself. Carry-on bags should easily fit in the overhead bin, while your personal item should fit under the seat in front of you.

Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Detroit to Sarasota

 
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7.9
SouthwestOverall score based on 4245 reviews
7.5Entertainment
8.6Crew
8.0Comfort
8.1Boarding
7.0Food
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

4.0 OkayJeff, Jun 2026
MCI - FLL
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Over a 3 hour flight. The turbulence was almost imperceptible except for 2 short periods which were not bad and over quickly. The attendants claimed "Safety first" and sat looking at their phones for 3 hours with no drink or snack service. This isn't the first time with Southwest. I thinkit may be there new plan of operation. Oh, and it was June 18, Southwest's Birthday which offered free drinks. NOT.

The flight was okay. The pilots did an amazing job and kept us updated on the flight. The flight attendants were okay. They found time to be chatty with each other rather than focus on the guests. One of the attendants was a little less warm when asking about my bag I had on my lap that I was using during latter part of the mid- flight. Mind you, it was not the departure descent. I’m respectful to each and every attendant, it was the tone in her voice reminding me to place my carryon bag on the floor. I hope to have a better experience next time.

Terrible. Even though there’s assigned seating now, they are still the slowest boarding airline of anyone.

It was canceled. Supposedly weather. But there was no snow in Baltimore. At least we found out before driving to airport

Okay, not wonderful. Short flight. Wi-fi didn't work properly. Stuck waiting for a gate to open upon arrival for 20 or so minutes.

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

Southwest is a discount airline. I get it. You take the (usually) good pricing with the bad (cramped). But Southwest is becoming more and more like the cut-rate airlines *cough* Spirit *cough*. It used to actually be a fun experience. e.g. paying for WiFi is bad enough - having to pay for it on each leg of a flight is ridiculous. Yes, I've seen your numbers that it only "impacts a small percentage", but you and I both know that is misleading at best. While I used to try to fly SW exclusively when flying domestically, now I'll look elsewhere very frequently and price being equal (or close) I'm going to the other carriers.

Landing was kinda fast and my ears were plugged for days after.

2 hour delayed departure, then sat on the tarmac for 30 minutes waiting for a gate in SRQ

With COVID still around, I wish they wouldn't bunch us up so much at the boarding gates.

Should never have had to go to Detroit from Orlando back to Tennessee!

Free & relatively fast Wi-Fi. Would've liked a wider drink selection.

Smooth flight. Left on time, and got in 15 minutes early. Onboard video was great

Everything went smoothly, although the usual gripes about airline travel were still present: the boarding process is inefficient, the snack selection is limited, and so on. Since there was extra space on the flight, the gate agent rearranged many people's seats to put people on the aisles and windows, leaving the middle seats empty, as much as possible, which was pretty great.

Miserable. This entire round trip was miserable. I booked evening flights to and from Detroit on consecutive days that should have had me at my destination by 10:30. Instead I arrived after 3am on my flight to Detroit and after midnight on my return. Multiple unforced errors like awaiting bags to get put on the plane for almost an hour in Detroit and a 20 minute delay to pull up to the gate in Atlanta has me rethinking my assumption that delta is the best and most reliable airline

The staff on board and gate was nice - a welcome change from the usual. We also arrived early, which was a great benefit, given that it takes 30 minutes plus to get bags at SRQ.

Delta is a good airline. I've never had an issue with Delta. I'll continue to fly with them until they show me that I shouldn't.

Crew was friendly Love the entertainment in the seat head rest.

More space in the cabin. The guy in front of me leaned his seat back and I felt he was sitting in my lap.

The announcements about boarding were unclear and har.d to understand I almost missed the flight even though I wa in the boarding area. .

Lost one piece of luggage even though I checked in 2.5 hours before the flight

Horrifying Almost 2 million miles. Bring your own food and drink. One coffee or drink every three hours. Have to order meals on app more than 24 hours ahead Tiny and dirty bathrooms

This flight is a quick way to get to Chicago, but a bit expensive.

Left an hour and a half after the listed time. Up side was it had TV screens on the seat.

I've been flying American mostly, and it's been very frustrating. This united flight makes me realize maybe the issue isn't flying, but the airline. United was a significantly better experience. The plane was more comfortable, with a normal amount of leg room (vs the ridiculous reductions AA has made), more comfortable seats, screens to watch movies. It was a much better experience!

They delayed the flight from 9:00 to 11:55 At 11:45 they canceled the flight. I paid a premium price for the tickets with poor service

Both our flights were delayed. Almost didn’t get in the second flight. Staff was rude to the bone.

Flight left on time and we arrived 25 minutes early! There was a gate available when we arrived so early on a busy Sunday afternoon! Flight attendants came around twice with the drinks cart.

Staff friendly and app worked really well. Modest delays were frustrating

Everything went smoothly and even though flights were being canceled all over mine took off and I was home for Christmas! We had a slight delay but crew made it out quickly. Seats are slightly uncomfortable but it’s what ya get Overall great flight

A three hour delay to board and then another hour on the tarmac because they couldn't get a tractor? Ugh.

Allegiant canceled the flight. The flight the next day was full. Allegiant did not provide any compensation besides a refund. Last time on Allegiant.

Great. No choice for n/a. No food or entertainment options

just had water and there was plenty of leg & seat room. But then i don't weight 220#s!!

Not totally their fault- screaming kids that had zero parent intervention.

Check in on the web portal was cumbersome! After several attempts I finally got the boarding pass.

I didn’t like it at all. I miss my second flight because of the delay on Allegiant Air now I m stuck in MCO.

My TSA number was missing from my ticket which shouldn’t have happened since it’s in my file. The on board flight attendant who was a male, did not want to help me put my luggage in the overhead bin and made a very rude comment and was very unpleasant. The good… the woman who fixed my ticket with the TSA number was excellent and I had extra legroom which was perfect.

Web site and app most difficult to access. Tel number not accessible. No answer at any time of day.

Plane had mechanic problem that was never explained. Had to bring a plane from another airport. Six hour delay. No apology for the delay. Not even an acknowledgment.

The passenger in front of of me reclined their seat back all the way the entire flight. Their headrest was in my face the entire flight! I barely had room for the little plastic cup of water to fit on my tray table; can you make the seats and space between the rows any smaller??? You can’t even get up to use the restroom! Worst flight I’ve had in a very long time!

Flight delay for mechanical. Inbound arrived on time. No one said why mechanical delay.

Flight boarded, departed and landed on time. Excellent service from flight attendant in FIRST

I was on a small regional flight from Detroit to Philadelphia. When we landed the outside cruise needed to turn something off with the engine, which took quite a long time. Then, when they allowed us to get off the plane it was outside. They took their time, unloading all the luggage and waited till they unloaded all the luggage before they brought it over to us. It was 9 o’clock at night freezing cold out, and there was no proactive hustle to try to get people their luggage. It was really one of the worst experiences I think I’ve ever had with American until a manager came over. I don’t think they were going to even consider pulling the luggage over to the people that had been waiting outside for at least 10 minutes in the freezing cold.

It was a little concerning to hear the ground crew arguing with the flight crew over baggage space. Instead of taking them and checking them, they started checking for space in the first class cabin moving items around like the flight crew didn't know what they were doing. I was embarrassed for them.

It was a good trip. Flight Attendants were friendly and responsive.

The trip was very smooth and they provided great customer service

Very poor. Our special services attendant gave us incorrect information. I also was mishandled at landing. There was no wheelchair waiting. I fell deboarding the plane. Appalling!

It was on time, which is always a good thing. There wasn’t any food hence my okay rating.

My flights had excessive delays, alleged mechanical problems, and overall terrible customer service

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