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Cheapest round-trip
$252
Typical prices: $205-$370
Air Canada
Wed 10/7Tue 10/13
YVR - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$508
WestJet
Fri 8/28Tue 9/8
YVR - DTW • Non-stop
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WestJet Premium cabin adds priority boarding and two free checked bags.
Delta free Wi-Fi helps SkyMiles members stay connected on domestic flights.
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You can fly direct with WestJet. Average duration is 4h 30m
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Top layover airports
Calgary (YYC)
Cheapest • Avg $314 (round-trip)
Calgary (YYC)
Shortest trip • 7h 18m (one-way)
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When to book
2 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 2 weeks in advance save around 8% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 32% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Detroit (YVR-DTW)

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

Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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1:25 am - 2:12 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 47m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:26 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 36m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$252Air Canada
Wed, Oct 14 - Mon, Oct 19
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9:05 am - 9:29 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 24m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
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6:50 pm - 12:26 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 36m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
$254Air Canada
Wed, Sep 16 - Tue, Sep 22
Delta Logo
6:00 am - 6:37 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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4:53 pm - 10:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 06m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$262Delta
Wed, Sep 16 - Wed, Sep 23
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6:00 am - 6:37 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 37m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
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7:05 am - 10:54 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 49m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$262Delta
Fri, Aug 28 - Tue, Sep 8
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8:35 am - 10:38 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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12:35 pm - 10:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
12h 50m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289United Airlines
Fri, Aug 28 - Mon, Sep 7
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8:35 am - 10:38 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 03m1 stop Denver Intl
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10:30 am - 10:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
14h 55m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$289United Airlines
Sat, Sep 12 - Tue, Sep 15
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10:40 am - 4:55 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 15m2 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:15 am - 4:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
12h 00m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$336Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 5
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10:40 am - 4:55 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 15m2 stops Calgary Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
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7:00 am - 10:52 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 52m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$338Multiple Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Sun, Oct 11
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1:18 pm - 11:59 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 41m1 stop Salt Lake City
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7:00 am - 10:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$373WestJet
Fri, Sep 4 - Mon, Sep 7
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6:45 am - 4:40 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m1 stop Calgary
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9:05 am - 11:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
4h 55mnonstop
$426WestJet
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Vancouver to Detroit flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Vancouver to Detroit to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing in October.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Vancouver Intl Airport usually cost between $266 and $425 in October.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $252 on Air Canada (Oct 7-Oct 13).

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver to Detroit?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Detroit on a Wednesday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Vancouver to Detroit. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Monday and avoiding Thursdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, where tickets cost $285 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are January and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $686 and $551 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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.

No, with an average price for the route of $323, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 8% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 19 weeks before departure.

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Low season

March

Cheapest flight

$155
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 13% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 13% increase in price.
Flight from Vancouver to Detroit

When to book flights from Vancouver to Detroit

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Vancouver to Detroit based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
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FAQs for booking Vancouver to Detroit flights

  • What is the cheapest flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport was $155 for a one-way ticket and $252 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Vancouver and Detroit?

    Yes, you’ll need a passport to travel to Detroit from Vancouver.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Vancouver to Detroit?

    When flying out of Vancouver you will be using Vancouver Intl. You will be landing at Detroit, also known as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Vancouver to Detroit?

    WestJet, American Airlines, JetBlue, and Air Canada offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Vancouver to Detroit flight route.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Vancouver to Detroit?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Vancouver to Detroit flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Vancouver to Detroit?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Vancouver and Detroit, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Vancouver to Detroit?

    There are nonstop flights from Vancouver to Detroit on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Vancouver to Detroit, Delta or United Airlines?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Vancouver to Detroit are Delta and United Airlines. With an average price for the route of $426 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 $361 and an overall rating of 7.4.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Vancouver to Detroit?

    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 Vancouver to Detroit.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Detroit from Vancouver 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 Vancouver to Detroit?

    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 Detroit with an airline and back to Vancouver with another airline. Booking your flights between Vancouver and DTW 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 Vancouver to Detroit?

    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 Detroit from Vancouver 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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $273 or less one-way and $450 or less round-trip.

Prefer to fly direct from Vancouver to Detroit?

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

Direct departures

Vancouver Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

WestJet

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Tuesday

WestJet

WestJet

Wednesday

WestJet

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Thursday

WestJet

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Friday

WestJet

WestJet

Saturday

WestJet

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Sunday

WestJet

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Vancouver Intl

Monday

WestJet

WestJet

Tuesday

WestJet

WestJet

Wednesday

WestJet

WestJet

Thursday

WestJet

WestJet

Friday

WestJet

WestJet

Saturday

WestJet

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Sunday

WestJet

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Information on your arrival and departure airports

Vancouver (YVR)
Detroit (DTW)