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Cheapest round-trip
$157
Typical prices: $226-$355
Delta
Wed 10/17Sat 10/20
DTW - IAD • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$83
Typical prices: $172-$340
Frontier
Tue 10/30
DTW - IAD • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 34m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 48% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $202 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 23m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Dulles Intl (DTW-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Dulles Intl

Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23
Delta Logo
9:46 pm - 11:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 30mnonstop
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6:00 am - 7:41 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 41mnonstop
$157Delta
Thu, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 3
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8:40 am - 10:12 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 32mnonstop
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12:20 pm - 1:58 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 38mnonstop
$157Delta
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 23
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10:05 am - 11:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 29mnonstop
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5:16 pm - 6:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 43mnonstop
$157Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Sat, Nov 14
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3:02 pm - 11:43 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
8h 41m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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7:52 am - 12:44 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 52m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$158Frontier
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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10:29 pm - 11:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 05m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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12:31 pm - 9:43 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 12m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$158Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
Frontier Logo
6:25 am - 5:12 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
10h 47m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:06 pm - 11:43 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 37m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$158Frontier
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 19
United Airlines Logo
10:19 am - 11:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mnonstop
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10:25 pm - 11:59 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 34mnonstop
$190United Airlines
Fri, Oct 23 - Sat, Oct 24
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10:19 am - 11:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mnonstop
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5:27 pm - 7:02 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 35mnonstop
$190United Airlines
Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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8:59 pm - 10:17 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
13h 18m1 stop Orlando
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6:36 pm - 11:39 amIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
17h 03m2 stops Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA Orlando
$245Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 1 - Mon, Oct 5
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8:57 pm - 5:56 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
20h 59m2 stops Orlando Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA
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9:04 pm - 12:05 pmIAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 01m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$250Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport start at $157. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $226 to $355. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $157 on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, it is 7% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 22% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at $238 round-trip.
  • July ($304) and June ($301) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 27% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 48% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Dulles Intl

 
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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$83
Most popular time to fly with an average 8% increase in price.
Flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

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

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $202 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $280 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 717-200 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    Connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly pass through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 82% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 18% 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at $261 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $341, a difference of $80. 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 are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, evening flights for 16%, and night flights for 16%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Walter E. Washington Convention Center, National Mall and Capital One Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 7:19 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:24 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 34m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 29% above the route average of $279. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 34m, covering 383 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 $157 to $1,014. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $137, which is 44% below 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 23m, compared with 8h 28m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL).

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $24 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from $226 to $355, with an average of $279 over the past 12 months. Anything below $226 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport 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 Friday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Friday flights average $261 - about $80 less than Sunday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 48% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $238 round-trip in that month - typically $66 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $202 round-trip on this route - about $78 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Washington Dulles Airport?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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