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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $250. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Detroit.$250 per passenger.Departing Sat, 5 Sep, returning Tue, 8 Sep.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 5 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 8 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Detroit.$250 per passenger.Departing Mon, 17 Aug, returning Mon, 24 Aug.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 17 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Detroit.$250 per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $250, select.
Detroit.$266 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Aug, returning Tue, 1 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 24 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 1 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $266, select.
Detroit.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Sat, 29 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 29 Aug, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Detroit.$267 per passenger.Departing Wed, 21 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Detroit.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Detroit.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Nov, returning Mon, 16 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 16 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Detroit.$267 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Mon, 2 Nov.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 2 Nov, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $267, select.
Detroit.$295 per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Dec, returning Tue, 5 Jan.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Thu, 10 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 5 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $295, select.
Detroit.$309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Thu, 14 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
Detroit.$309 per passenger.Departing Wed, 20 Jan, returning Wed, 27 Jan.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 27 Jan, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $309, select.
Detroit.$324 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Sep, returning Sat, 3 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 19 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 3 Oct, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $324, select.
Detroit.$325 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Tue, 29 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Delta, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 29 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $325, select.
Detroit.$343 per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Wed, 29 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 29 Jul, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.
Detroit.$355 per passenger.Departing Fri, 4 Dec, returning Sun, 6 Dec.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Fri, 4 Dec, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 6 Dec, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From $355, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan 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 Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in August.
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Direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County

Washington Ronald Reagan 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 found$250
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineAmerican Airlines
Average flights per week192

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Washington Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County is $250. 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 44 minutes is the average flight time from Washington Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County.
American Airlines, PSA Airlines and Republic Airways fly direct from Washington Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County.
As of July 2026, there are 192 flights per week flying from Washington Ronald Reagan to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Washington Ronald Reagan 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 Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Monday, 17 August 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 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, Southwest Airlines and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Washington DC and Detroit are in the UTC-5 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • Flights from DCA to DTW start from 06:00 — the earliest with Delta Air Lines. The latest departure is at 22:10 with American Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 58 weekly Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights.

  • Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your DCA to DTW flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • During popular months like August, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

  • Delta has direct flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to discover the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of the United States if you have time.

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Delta.

  • Delta is the most punctual carrier offering DCA to DTW flights, with 79.15% of its services arriving on schedule.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or enjoy a detour to a new and interesting place. Here's where you can stop between DCA and DTW:

    • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport

    • Buffalo Niagara Airport

    • Lansing Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight is $125. A return ticket right now is $250. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • It's often best to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DCA to DTW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.

  • Plan your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest price across every month.

  • You won't have to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll update you as soon as there's a new deal on cheap flights from DCA to DTW.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about Washington Ronald Reagan Airport (DCA)

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

  • 71% of flights that take off from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.

  • Washington Ronald Reagan Airport is about 6 kilometres from central Washington DC. If you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Expect a journey time of around 25 minutes when using public transport.

  • Catching an early flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the airport (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near DCA:

Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)

When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Book your flight from Washington Ronald Reagan Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport for July if you want to go to Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DCA to DTW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) then.

Explore more of the United States

  • You've done Detroit, now it's time to discover other parts of the United States. Travel around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its top attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower, your itinerary will be busy.

  • Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in the United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

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