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Cheapest round-trip
$215
Typical prices: $271-$493
Sun Country Air, Frontier
Mon 11/5Wed 11/7
MSP - DTW • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$217
Typical prices: $277-$513
Sun Country Air
Thu 10/25Tue 10/30
MSP - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Sun Country Air. Average duration is 1h 47m
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 22 weeks in advance save around 73% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 18% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $224 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 3h 48m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Minneapolis to Detroit (MSP-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Minneapolis to Detroit

Thu, Nov 5 - Sat, Nov 7
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7:00 am - 9:50 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 50mnonstop
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7:37 pm - 8:05 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 28m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$215Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 13 - Wed, Dec 16
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11:25 am - 1:36 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
25h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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11:58 am - 8:32 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 34m1 stop Denver Intl
$215Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 2 - Mon, Nov 9
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9:14 am - 9:43 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 29m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
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10:28 pm - 8:05 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
10h 37m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$216Frontier
Sun, Nov 22 - Wed, Dec 2
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2:39 pm - 1:09 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 30m1 stop Denver Intl
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11:56 am - 12:16 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
13h 20m1 stop Denver Intl
$216Frontier
Fri, Dec 25 - Fri, Jan 1
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6:30 pm - 9:18 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 48mnonstop
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8:25 pm - 9:16 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 51mnonstop
$217Sun Country Air
Sun, Oct 25 - Fri, Oct 30
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7:25 am - 10:04 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 39mnonstop
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12:24 pm - 1:12 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
1h 48mnonstop
$217Sun Country Air
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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6:05 pm - 12:15 amMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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5:45 am - 10:20 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
5h 35m1 stop Nashville Intl
$308Southwest
Wed, Nov 25 - Fri, Nov 27
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5:25 pm - 10:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 05m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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6:50 am - 4:40 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
10h 50m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
$319Southwest
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
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5:55 pm - 8:39 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 44mnonstop
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8:55 am - 5:43 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
9h 48m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
$323Delta
Sat, Nov 7 - Wed, Nov 11
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8:45 pm - 11:30 pmMSP  Minneapolis St Paul-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 45mnonstop
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8:25 am - 12:43 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MSP Minneapolis St Paul
17h 18m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$333Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•July is the cheapest month to fly from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $315 round-trip.
•February ($509) and January ($509) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 61% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 22 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 73% 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 Minneapolis to Detroit

 
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Daniel Scheffler

Expert on Sun Country Air

Daniel Scheffler is a travel writer, podcaster, and producer. Born in Africa, bred in Europe and now living in America he has traveled to 140 countries (and all 50 U.S. states). Plus he has stayed at over 2500 hotels across the globe. His original shows Everywhere and Without Maps (available on Spotify) showcase his beliefs, travel is about humanity and sharing that beauty. And thus it reminds you that you shouldn’t believe everything you think.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW and MSP

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Key details for Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

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Beat the crowds with an average 57% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 12% increase in travelers.
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When to book flights from Minneapolis to Detroit

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Your Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:47 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:59 pm and lands at 10:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 47m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 47m, covering 526 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Minneapolis 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 Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $271 to $493, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $271 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 43% above the $386 route average. Book 22 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $224 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $397 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 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 Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, afternoon flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Minneapolis 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 $215 to $1,406. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $154, which is 30% below 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 Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 41% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 8% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 35% on flights from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $318 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $485, a difference of $167.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Minneapolis and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Sun Country Air

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Chicago Midway (MDW) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 48m, compared with 3h 57m via Lambert-St Louis (STL) and 4h 32m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour ahead of Minneapolis (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.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Sun Country Air: a checked bag in Economy Class class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

  • How can I fly from MSP to DTW?

    There are numerous major airlines flying nonstop between MSP and DTW routes. Delta Airlines and Spirit Airlines are the most frequent airlines operating on this route. Passengers who want to save some dollars can opt for one-stop options such as United Airlines and American Airlines, usually with stops at ORD and CLT. However, this will add at least 3h to your overall flight time.

  • Are there nursing suites at MSP?

    Yes, MSP has private and comfortable nursing suites to ensure that nursing mothers and their infants get comfortable before their flight. The nursing suites are located between gates 10 and 11 on Concourse C at terminals 1 and 2. Also, they are easily accessible and are open for use by all passengers.

  • What can I do at DTW when waiting for airport transfers?

    There are numerous activities that you can do at DTW while waiting for airport shuttle transfers. The airport features restaurants and lounges where you can grab a bite and drinks or go shopping at one of the many duty-free shops. Nonetheless, you can hit the Be Relax Spa located at Concourse A and get excellent massages, aromatherapy, pedicures, hairstyling and manicures or log into the complimentary Wi-Fi and stay connected with family and friends.

  • What is the most efficient way to get to Detroit from DTW?

    Using a taxi, car rental, and rideshare is the most efficient way to get to downtown Detroit. The trip takes about 26min to reach your destination. On the other hand, a direct bus line 261, which regularly runs between McNamara terminal and downtown Detroit takes approximately 57min and is the cheapest transit option. Also, you can opt for the ground transportation shuttle located at each terminal which takes approximately 50min to cover the same distance.

Your guide to booking Minneapolis 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average $318, about $167 less than Wednesday fares (34% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 22 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 73% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Minneapolis to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for July. Fares historically average $315 round-trip in that month - typically $194 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $224 round-trip on this route - about $173 less than direct flights (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
  • Passengers can take advantage of the several lounges found in both departure and arrival airports, such as Delta Sky Club and Admirals Club. The lounges are airline operated and hence have different rules and regulations, so be sure to contact your airline before booking a lounge. Also, they offer exceptional services, including meals and are easily accessible.
  • Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) is a four-legged friendly airport. The airport features a designated pet relief area to help pets relieve themselves before boarding a flight. They are located at terminals 1 and 2 of the airport.
  • If you are traveling through MSP and looking for a place to park your car, MSP offers various parking alternatives that you can choose from. You can utilize one of the self-parking options or the Valet long-term parking option. The airport parking options include Valupark Parking, Economic Lot, Premium Reserved Parking, and General Parking.
  • Passengers traveling with minors will find at least one interactive kids’ play area at Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW), located at the Evans Terminal near gates A8, B20, A18, and C16. The play areas have toys and rocking chairs. This helps kids to unwind and get out some energy after the long flight.
  • DTW offers services to passengers who fall ill at the airport. There are several medical facilities, such as Pharmacies within and near the airport, where ill passengers can get prescription drugs. Mills Pharmacy and Apothecary, located at McNamara terminal, offers exceptional medical services to sick passengers.

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Find which airlines fly direct from Minneapolis St Paul Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Minneapolis St Paul to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Minneapolis St Paul

Monday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Tuesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Wednesday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Thursday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Friday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Saturday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

Sunday

Delta,Sun Country Air

Delta,Sun Country Air

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