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Cheapest round-trip
$187
Typical prices: $189-$358
Delta
Wed 8/12Thu 8/20
DTW - DCA • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$187
Typical prices: $189-$354
Delta
Wed 8/12Tue 8/18
DTW - DCA • Non-stop
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Delta offers free Wi-Fi for SkyMiles members; American sells high-speed Wi-Fi.
American Main Cabin Extra adds early boarding and drinks for a more comfortable flight.
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You can fly direct with American Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 39m
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Cheapest • Avg $206 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 55m (one-way)
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 3 weeks in advance save around 28% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Reagan-National (DTW-DCA)

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

Wed, Aug 12 - Thu, Aug 20
Delta Logo
7:05 am - 8:36 am
DTW
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DCA
1h 31mnonstop
Delta Logo
9:39 am - 11:09 am
DCA
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DTW
1h 30mnonstop
$187Delta
Tue, Aug 11 - Tue, Aug 18
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 am
DTW
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DCA
1h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:38 pm
DCA
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DTW
1h 48mnonstop
$188American Airlines
Tue, Aug 11 - Sat, Aug 15
Delta Logo
10:00 am - 11:28 am
DTW
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DCA
1h 28mnonstop
Delta Logo
12:33 pm - 2:10 pm
DCA
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DTW
1h 37mnonstop
$197Delta
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Southwest Logo
7:30 pm - 11:55 pm
DTW
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DCA
4h 25m
1 stop
Southwest Logo
1:30 pm - 6:35 pm
DCA
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DTW
5h 05m
1 stop
$207Southwest
Thu, Aug 6 - Mon, Aug 10
Southwest Logo
2:40 pm - 10:30 pm
DTW
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DCA
7h 50m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
9:10 am - 3:10 pm
DCA
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DTW
6h 00m
1 stop
$212Southwest
Tue, Oct 20 - Sat, Oct 24
Southwest Logo
2:25 pm - 10:55 pm
DTW
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DCA
8h 30m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:15 am - 12:50 pm
DCA
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DTW
6h 35m
2 stops
$217Southwest
Fri, Aug 7 - Mon, Aug 10
Delta Logo
9:30 pm - 10:59 pm
DTW
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DCA
1h 29mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:35 pm - 9:21 pm
DCA
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DTW
1h 46mnonstop
$218Delta
Thu, Sep 3 - Sun, Sep 6
American Airlines Logo
9:39 am - 11:18 am
DTW
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DCA
1h 39mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:38 pm
DCA
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DTW
1h 48mnonstop
$219American Airlines
Thu, Sep 3 - Mon, Sep 7
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 7:40 am
DTW
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DCA
1h 40mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
7:50 pm - 9:38 pm
DCA
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DTW
1h 48mnonstop
$222American Airlines
Sat, Sep 5 - Sat, Sep 12
Southwest Logo
1:20 pm - 8:05 pm
DTW
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DCA
6h 45m
2 stops
Southwest Logo
6:00 am - 5:40 pm
DCA
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DTW
11h 40m
2 stops
$223Southwest
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Reagan-National flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Reagan-National 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport departing in August.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

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

For Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport, Wednesday is the cheapest day to fly on average and Sunday is the most expensive. Flying from Reagan Washington National Airport back to Detroit, the best deals are generally found on Saturday, with Sunday being the most expensive.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport is August, where tickets cost $244 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are March and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $340 and $321 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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 $320 on average.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, you should book around 3 weeks before departure, which saves you about 28% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 17 weeks before departure.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Reagan-National

 
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$109
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 5% lower on average.
Flight from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport

When to book flights from Detroit to Reagan-National

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Reagan-National based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport was $109 for a one-way ticket and $182 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Detroit and Reagan Washington National Airport?

    No

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    Delta, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Alaska Airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    The Airbus A319 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

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

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    There are nonstop flights from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C., Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $298 and an overall rating of 7.8, Delta is the most popular choice. United Airlines is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $436 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline. Booking your flights between Detroit and DCA 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 Reagan Washington National Airport?

    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 Reagan Washington National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $258 or less one-way and $264 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Reagan Washington National Airport?

 
Direct data is based off flight results for the next 60 days. Find direct flights from all airlines flying direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National.
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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