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Cheapest round-trip
$283
Typical prices: $357-$576
Multiple Airlines
Tue 12/4Thu 12/6
SYR - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$377
Typical prices: $360-$580
Delta
Thu 12/27Sat 12/29
SYR - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 41m
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $272 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 29m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Syracuse to Detroit (SYR-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Syracuse to Detroit

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6
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12:24 pm - 7:06 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 42m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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7:50 am - 6:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
10h 59m1 stop Tampa
$283Multiple Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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6:00 am - 1:07 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 07m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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6:00 am - 10:53 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
4h 53m1 stop Philadelphia
$307American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:29 pm - 9:21 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 52m2 stops Tampa Fort Lauderdale
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7:15 am - 10:54 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
27h 39m1 stop Tampa
$316Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:14 pm - 7:30 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:15 am - 10:54 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
27h 39m1 stop Tampa
$317Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:33 pm - 9:55 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
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5:30 am - 10:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
5h 25m1 stop Philadelphia
$317American Airlines
Tue, Dec 15 - Sun, Jan 10
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4:22 pm - 11:21 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 59m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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6:30 pm - 11:19 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
4h 49m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$317American Airlines
Thu, Jan 14 - Sat, Jan 16
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4:26 pm - 11:40 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 14m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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5:42 am - 12:28 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
6h 46m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$317American Airlines
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
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7:21 pm - 9:21 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 00m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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7:15 am - 10:54 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
27h 39m1 stop Tampa
$319Multiple Airlines
Sun, Dec 27 - Tue, Dec 29
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6:10 am - 7:50 amSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 40mnonstop
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10:00 am - 11:34 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
1h 34mnonstop
$377Delta
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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5:10 pm - 6:55 pmSYR  Syracuse Hancock Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 45mnonstop
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9:30 pm - 10:57 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-SYR Syracuse Hancock Intl
1h 27mnonstop
$377Delta
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Syracuse 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.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 12% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 27% higher.

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

•August and December are the cheapest months to fly from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $339 round-trip.
•June ($549) and May ($548) 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.

Key details for Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$129
Beat the crowds with an average 27% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 48% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Syracuse to Detroit

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:41 am
    • Latest: departs at 5:20 pm and lands at 7:01 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 41m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 41m, covering 373 miles.

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

    Round-trip flights from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $357 to $576, with an average of $451 over the past 12 months. Anything below $357 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $272 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to $452 for nonstop.

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

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, evening flights for 33%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Syracuse 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 $283 to $1,785. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $176, which is 42% 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 Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Syracuse Hancock Intl (SYR) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Philadelphia (PHL) - 25% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 31% on flights from Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $399 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $577, a difference of $178.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

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

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

    Flying via Philadelphia (PHL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 29m, compared with 5h 34m via Boston Logan Intl (BOS) and 13h 25m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • 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 Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Syracuse 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 Syracuse 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

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

Your guide to booking Syracuse 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 Thursday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Thursday flights average $399, about $178 less than Saturday fares (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Syracuse to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for August. Fares historically average $339 round-trip in that month - typically $210 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $272 round-trip on this route - about $180 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

Prefer to fly direct from Syracuse to Detroit?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Syracuse Hancock Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Syracuse Hancock Intl 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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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Syracuse Hancock Intl

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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