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Cheapest round-trip
$359
Typical prices: $338-$558
American Airlines
Mon 12/24Sun 1/7
MFE - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$248
Typical prices: $269-$328
Multiple Airlines
Thu 1/4
MFE - DTW • 2 stops
Nonstop flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between McAllen and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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April
Cheapest • 35% price drop
August
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Top layover airports
Austin Bergstrom (AUS)
Cheapest • Avg $433 (round-trip)
Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW)
Shortest trip • 6h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from McAllen to Detroit (MFE-DTW)

 

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

Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:44 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 6:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Thu, Nov 12 - Mon, Nov 16
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 11:52 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:51 am - 10:31 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 40m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Tue, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:00 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 40m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
4:15 pm - 11:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 44m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$359Delta
Thu, Nov 12 - Tue, Nov 17
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:00 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 40m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
8:55 am - 3:34 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 39m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$359Delta
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
American Airlines Logo
4:21 pm - 11:52 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 31m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
5:50 am - 11:07 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 17m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$359American Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
Delta Logo
5:20 am - 12:00 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 40m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
Delta Logo
4:15 pm - 11:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
8h 44m1 stop Austin Bergstrom
$359Delta
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Jan 7
American Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 3:44 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 44m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
American Airlines Logo
11:32 am - 6:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
7h 41m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$372American Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 6:28 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 28m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Newark
United Airlines Logo
8:45 am - 1:29 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
5h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$434United Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Sat, Nov 7
United Airlines Logo
5:00 am - 2:19 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 19m2 stops Houston George Bush Intcntl Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
United Airlines Logo
7:26 am - 4:04 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
9h 38m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
$439United Airlines
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
United Airlines Logo
4:27 pm - 11:57 pmMFE  McAllen Miller Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 30m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 11:36 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MFE McAllen Miller Intl
6h 36m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$469United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $338 to $558. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $359, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 26% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 34% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $294 round-trip.
•August ($661) and March ($636) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 124% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$248
Beat the crowds with an average 37% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from McAllen to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from McAllen to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

  • How long is a flight from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 00m, covering 1,392 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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.

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

    Round-trip flights from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $338 to $558, with an average of $453 over the past 12 months. Anything below $338 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 $359 to $1,419. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $373, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from McAllen Miller Intl (MFE) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

    One-stop flights from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 75% of one-stop connections
    • Austin Bergstrom (AUS) - 20% of one-stop connections
    • Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) - 4% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $339 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $608, a difference of $269.

    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 McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 08m, compared with 6h 23m via Houston George Bush Intcntl (IAH) and 6h 28m via Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

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

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $339, about $269 less than Monday fares (44% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your McAllen to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for April. Fares historically average $294 round-trip in that month - typically $367 less than the most expensive month, which is August (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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