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Flight deals from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Dulles Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from C$271. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Detroit.C$135 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jun. 24.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed., Jun. 24, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$135, select.
Detroit.C$136 per passenger.Departing Wed., Jul. 15.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Wed., Jul. 15, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$136, select.
Detroit.C$137 per passenger.Departing Thu., Aug. 20.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu., Aug. 20, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$137, select.
Detroit.C$153 per passenger.Departing Thu., Oct. 1.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu., Oct. 1, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$153, select.
Detroit.C$159 per passenger.Departing Mon., Sep. 7.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Dulles on Mon., Sep. 7, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$159, select.
Detroit.C$291 per passenger.Departing Thu., Nov. 26.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Dulles on Thu., Nov. 26, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$291, select.
Detroit.C$335 per passenger.Departing Tue., Apr. 6.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Apr. 6, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$335, select.
Detroit.C$335 per passenger.Departing Fri., Sep. 4.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Dulles on Fri., Sep. 4, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$335, select.
Detroit.C$335 per passenger.Departing Tue., Aug. 25.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Aug. 25, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$335, select.
Detroit.C$335 per passenger.Departing Sat., Oct. 3.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sat., Oct. 3, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$335, select.
Detroit.C$335 per passenger.Departing Thu., Jul. 9.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Thu., Jul. 9, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$335, select.
Detroit.C$336 per passenger.Departing Wed., Dec. 9.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Wed., Dec. 9, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$336, select.
Detroit.C$336 per passenger.Departing Tue., Nov. 24.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Dulles on Tue., Nov. 24, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$336, select.
Detroit.C$336 per passenger.Departing Fri., Jan. 1.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Dulles on Fri., Jan. 1, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$336, select.
Detroit.C$336 per passenger.Departing Sun., Jun. 28.One-way flight with United.Outbound direct flight with United departs from Washington Dulles on Sun., Jun. 28, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From C$336, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in June.
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from C$136
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from C$159
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from C$153
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from C$291
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from C$336
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Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

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Washington D.C. to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundC$135
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 41 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week244

Finding cheap flights from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County is C$261. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 41 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County.
WestJet, United and Delta fly direct from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County.
As of June 2026, there are 263 flights per week flying from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Dulles to Detroit Wayne County is usually August.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Washington Dulles Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, August 13, 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 41 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Frontier Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Flying from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • A direct flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes an average of 1 hour 36 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4 — identical to Washington DC.

  • Every week, there are 133 flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you prefer to jet off as soon as possible, go for the 05:45 United Airlines flight. If you're keen to make the most of your time before flying, the last flight from IAD to DTW is 22:20 with United Airlines.

  • If you're traveling during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra time. A good rule is two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • If you want a stopover for your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, just deselect 'Direct flights only' and look through your options. These are the top stopovers between IAD and DTW:

    • Philadelphia International Airport

    • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

    • Pearson International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is C$135. The cheapest price for a return flight is C$261. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Score cheap flight tickets from IAD to DTW by booking 9 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for landing a bargain.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flight tickets from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, try out the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.

  • Create a Price Alert for cheap flight tickets from IAD to DTW. There's no need to check every day to see whether airfares have fallen. We'll notify you when there's a change in price.

  • Use filters to tailor your flights from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Simply enter your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals.

Handy information about Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit is around 27 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 8 minutes if you're traveling by public transport.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Book your flight from Washington Dulles International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you want to explore Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC and 30ºC.

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC and 3ºC. Look for cheap flight tickets from IAD to DTW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

More about Detroit

  • Start your Detroit trip right by finding a fantastic place to stay. After booking your flight from IAD to DTW, explore our selection of accommodation options including:

  • Every great vacation has to include some sightseeing. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are attractions you won't want to skip in Detroit.

Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked your cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport — next on the list is finding somewhere to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Detroit.

Plan the rest of your trip from Washington D.C. to Detroit

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