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Cheapest round-trip
$279
Typical prices: $305-$487
Alaska Airlines
Sat 10/6Sat 10/13
YVR - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$626
Typical prices: $333-$478
WestJet
Wed 9/12Sat 9/15
YVR - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 12 weeks in advance save around 35% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 34% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $297 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 58m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Vancouver to Detroit (YVR-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Vancouver to Detroit

Tue, Oct 6 - Tue, Oct 13
Alaska Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 5:40 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Alaska Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 12:17 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 17m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$279Alaska Airlines
Wed, Sep 30 - Wed, Oct 7
WestJet Logo
6:00 am - 4:40 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 40m1 stop Calgary
WestJet Logo
6:10 pm - 10:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 25m1 stop Calgary
$301WestJet
Tue, Sep 22 - Tue, Sep 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
5:25 pm - 5:22 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 57m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:10 pm - 12:15 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 05m1 stop Calgary
$304Multiple Airlines
Tue, Sep 29 - Tue, Oct 6
WestJet Logo
10:50 pm - 4:40 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 50m2 stops Victoria Intl Calgary
WestJet Logo
6:10 pm - 10:35 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
7h 25m1 stop Calgary
$309WestJet
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
Air Canada Logo
1:25 am - 2:12 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 47m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$355Air Canada
Mon, Sep 21 - Tue, Sep 29
Air Canada Logo
1:25 am - 2:12 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 47m1 stop Toronto Pearson Intl
Air Canada Logo
2:00 pm - 8:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 15m1 stop Montreal Pierre Elliott Trudeau Intl
$357Air Canada
Mon, Oct 5 - Tue, Oct 6
United Airlines Logo
7:20 pm - 6:31 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 11m1 stop San Francisco
United Airlines Logo
9:04 am - 2:06 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
8h 02m1 stop Denver Intl
$359United Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Mon, Jan 4
United Airlines Logo
2:50 pm - 8:28 amYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 38m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines Logo
3:39 pm - 11:58 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
10h 19m1 stop Denver Intl
$364United Airlines
Thu, Oct 8 - Thu, Oct 15
Delta Logo
1:20 pm - 11:59 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 39m1 stop Salt Lake City
Delta Logo
7:00 am - 10:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
6h 50m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
$432Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Jan 6
Delta Logo
2:32 pm - 10:55 pmYVR  Vancouver Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 23m1 stop Minneapolis St Paul
Delta Logo
4:35 pm - 12:24 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-YVR Vancouver Intl
9h 49m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
$439Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at $279. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $305 to $487. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $279 on Alaska Airlines.

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

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, it is 10% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 43% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • October is the cheapest month to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $252 round-trip.
  • March ($566) and December ($512) 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.

When are prices from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 12 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 35% 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 Vancouver to Detroit

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on WestJet and 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.

Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on YVR

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$191
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 23% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 7% increase in price.
Flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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Your Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

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

    Among airlines operating Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • WestJet: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only WestJet operates flights between Vancouver Intl Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Vancouver Intl (YVR) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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

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

    • WestJet: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in First Class

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

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $297 round-trip via Calgary (YYC), compared to $381 for nonstop.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $30–$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 Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Boeing 737 MAX 8 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by WestJet and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) variants.

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

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

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 42% of one-stop connections
    • Toronto Pearson Intl (YYZ) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Calgary (YYC) - 14% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 7% of one-stop connections

    Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 37% on the Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at $350 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $551, a difference of $201. 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 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 Comerica Park. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 1:25 pm and lands at 5:55 pm
    • Latest: departs at 1:25 pm and lands at 5:55 pm.

    The flight takes about 4h 30m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 21% above the route average of $384. Book 12 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A nonstop flight from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 30m, covering 1,955 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • Have flight prices from Vancouver Intl Airport 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 $279 to $1,358. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $211, which is 22% below the typical average for this route.

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 58m, compared with 7h 14m via Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) and 7h 15m via Calgary (YYC).

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 3 hours ahead of Vancouver Intl Airport (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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

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

    Round-trip flights from Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $305 to $487, with an average of $384 over the past 12 months. Anything below $305 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Vancouver Intl Airport 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 can be flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average $350 - about $201 less than Sunday (36% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 12 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 35% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Vancouver Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for October. Fares historically average $252 round-trip in that month - typically $314 less than the most expensive month, which is March (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Calgary Airport (YYC) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $297 round-trip on this route - about $84 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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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

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Tuesday

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Wednesday

WestJet

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Thursday

WestJet

WestJet

Friday

WestJet

WestJet

Saturday

WestJet

WestJet

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

WestJet

Sunday

WestJet

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