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Cheapest round-trip
$203
Typical prices: $346-$518
Frontier
Tue 12/4Sat 12/8
ORF - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$419
Typical prices: $367-$527
Delta
Fri 12/7Wed 12/12
ORF - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 2h 08m
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 54% compared to booking last minute.
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March
Cheapest • 19% price drop
July
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg $239 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA)
Shortest trip • 3h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Norfolk to Detroit (ORF-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Norfolk to Detroit

Fri, Dec 4 - Tue, Dec 8
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7:24 pm - 1:47 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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6:08 pm - 6:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
24h 23m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$203Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
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7:26 pm - 1:47 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 21m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:45 pm - 6:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
20h 46m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$207Frontier
Mon, Dec 7 - Sat, Dec 12
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7:26 pm - 11:11 amORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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9:45 pm - 8:45 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
23h 00m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Columbus
$251Multiple Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:22 pm - 10:40 amORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 18m1 stop Orlando
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9:26 pm - 11:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
14h 08m2 stops Fort Lauderdale Jacksonville
$265Multiple Airlines
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
American Airlines Logo
6:04 am - 9:55 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 51m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
1:37 pm - 10:58 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
9h 21m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$315American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 4:15 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 15m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
5:59 am - 3:11 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
9h 12m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$315American Airlines
Fri, Jan 8 - Mon, Jan 11
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6:20 am - 1:25 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 05m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
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6:20 am - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
10h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$367Southwest
Sat, Jan 9 - Tue, Jan 12
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6:00 am - 1:35 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 35m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Lambert-St Louis
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6:20 am - 4:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
10h 35m2 stops Nashville Intl Baltimore/Washington
$367Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
Delta Logo
12:35 pm - 2:41 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 06mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
1h 50mnonstop
$419Delta
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
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12:59 pm - 3:08 pmORF  Norfolk-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 09mnonstop
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9:45 pm - 11:37 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORF Norfolk
1h 52mnonstop
$419Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $346 to $518. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $203, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 13% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

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

•March is the cheapest month to fly from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $338 round-trip.
•October ($529) and November ($474) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 54% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$135
Beat the crowds with an average 28% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 60% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Norfolk to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Norfolk 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 Norfolk 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 Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:20 am and lands at 7:28 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:05 pm and lands at 7:13 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 08m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 2h 08m, covering 529 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $346 to $518, with an average of $419 over the past 12 months. Anything below $346 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 34% above the $419 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $239 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to $438 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$91 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 Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 50% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 50%, evening flights for 0%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Norfolk 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 $203 to $1,230. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $201, which is 26% 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 averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

    Flights from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Norfolk (ORF) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 13% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) - 13% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $368 round-trip on average, while Friday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $103.

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

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

    Only Delta operates flights between Norfolk and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 50m, compared with 3h 53m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) and 3h 54m via Philadelphia (PHL).

  • 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 Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

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

    • Delta: 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 Norfolk 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 First 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.

Your guide to booking Norfolk 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Saturday flights average $368, about $103 less than Friday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 54% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for March. Fares historically average $338 round-trip in that month - typically $191 less than the most expensive month, which is October (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 $239 round-trip on this route - about $199 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

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Direct departures

Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Norfolk

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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