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Cheapest round-trip
$163
Typical prices: $250-$402
American Airlines
Sun 12/9Thu 12/13
DCA - DTW • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$106
Typical prices: $194-$361
Frontier
Sat 12/8
DCA - DTW • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta and American Airlines. Average duration is 1h 46m
Direct flights
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 40% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 22% price drop
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Top layover airports
Cheapest • Avg $224 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 50m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Reagan-National to Detroit (DCA-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Reagan-National to Detroit

Wed, Dec 9 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
10:40 am - 12:38 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 58mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:53 am - 9:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 07mnonstop
$163American Airlines
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 1:10 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 10m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
7:34 pm - 12:55 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
17h 21m1 stop Denver Intl
$166Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Sat, Dec 12
Southwest Logo
1:00 pm - 8:30 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 30m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
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9:00 am - 7:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
10h 25m2 stops Chicago Midway Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
$167Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Sat, Dec 12
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1:00 pm - 9:00 pmDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 00m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
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6:10 am - 6:15 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
12h 05m2 stops Nashville Intl Lambert-St Louis
$167Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Sat, Dec 5
Frontier Logo
7:00 am - 1:09 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
Frontier Logo
12:06 pm - 9:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
9h 53m1 stop Denver Intl
$167Frontier
Fri, Dec 11 - Sun, Dec 13
American Airlines Logo
7:20 am - 9:28 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 08mnonstop
American Airlines Logo
6:53 am - 9:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
2h 07mnonstop
$175American Airlines
Sun, Nov 22 - Thu, Nov 26
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 7:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 35mnonstop
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3:50 pm - 5:23 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 33mnonstop
$176Delta
Thu, Nov 19 - Sun, Nov 22
Delta Logo
6:10 am - 7:45 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 35mnonstop
Delta Logo
7:15 am - 8:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
1h 35mnonstop
$176Delta
Thu, Nov 26 - Sun, Nov 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:00 am - 1:09 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
18h 09m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:00 am - 10:52 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
16h 52m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
$287Multiple Airlines
Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5
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1:33 pm - 1:09 amDCA  Washington, D.C. Reagan-National-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 36m1 stop Denver Intl
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6:06 am - 7:59 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-DCA Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
13h 53m2 stops New York John F Kennedy Intl Boston Logan Intl
$339Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $250 to $402. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $163, on American Airlines.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 10% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $249 round-trip.
•September ($361) and July ($358) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 44% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 40% 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 Reagan-National 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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Harriet Baskas

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Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

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Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DCA and 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

January

Cheapest flight

$106
Beat the crowds with an average 11% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 14% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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Your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:46 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:00 pm and lands at 11:46 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 46m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 46m, covering 405 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $250 to $402, with an average of $321 over the past 12 months. Anything below $250 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the $321 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Lambert-St Louis (STL), compared to $320 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and United Airlines. Other aircraft seen on the route include Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 38% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 37%, afternoon flights for 25%, and night flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 $163 to $1,226. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $158, which is 41% 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Boston Logan Intl (BOS) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 11% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 39% on flights from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $292 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $476, a difference of $184.

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

  • What airlines fly from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 20m, compared with 4h 50m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) and 4h 56m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport 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
    • American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy 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 Washington, D.C. Reagan-National 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 are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average $292, about $184 less than Sunday fares (39% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 40% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $249 round-trip in that month - typically $112 less than the most expensive month, which is September (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Lambert-St Louis Airport (STL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $224 round-trip on this route - about $95 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 Reagan Washington National Airport to Detroit?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Washington, D.C. Reagan-National Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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