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Flight deals from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Vancouver.$427 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Fri, 15 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Fri, 15 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $427, select.
Vancouver.$431 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Sep, returning Sun, 28 Sep.Return flight with Spirit Airlines and WestJet.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with WestJet, departs from Vancouver International on Sun, 28 Sep, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $431, select.
Vancouver.$464 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Vancouver.$464 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Tue, 5 Aug.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 5 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $464, select.
Vancouver.$465 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Jul, returning Wed, 13 Aug.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 29 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $465, select.
Vancouver.$465 per passenger.Departing Tue, 8 Jul, returning Tue, 15 Jul.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 8 Jul, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Tue, 15 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $465, select.
Vancouver.$469 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $469, select.
Vancouver.$471 per passenger.Departing Mon, 30 Jun, returning Thu, 10 Jul.Return flight with WestJet.Outbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Vancouver International.Inbound direct flight with WestJet departs from Vancouver International on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $471, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International flights are currently cheapest in August.
May
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from $427
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from $431
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Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International

Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Vancouver International.

Detroit to Vancouver: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$427
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time5 hrs
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week10

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International is $427. 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.
5 hours is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International.
Delta and WestJet fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International.
As of May 2025, there are 10 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Vancouver International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport on Wednesday, 13 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 5 hours.
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 Vancouver International 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 Vancouver is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, WestJet offers the cheapest flight tickets to Vancouver International.

Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR): what you need to know

  • Around 4 hours 45 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport.

  • Vancouver is three hours behind Detroit and follows the UTC-7 timezone.

  • Each week, there are three Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport flights. To jet off as early as possible, take the 09:00 WestJet flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 09:00 with WestJet.

  • Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are travel rules worth sticking to. Get to the airport on time to board your DTW to YVR flight.

  • During popular months such as August, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a high season in general.

  • Jetting into Vancouver (and then seeing more of Canada!) is a breeze with WestJet. This popular airline has direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport.

  • The majority of passengers choose to fly with WestJet on this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or maybe even explore a new city along the way. Check out these options between DTW and YVR:

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • $171 is currently the best price for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight. A return flight starts from $427. These fares can change based on availability and demand.

  • Book seven months before travelling. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DTW to YVR.

  • The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport is June. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.

  • Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from DTW to YVR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.

  • Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • DTW's address is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

  • To reach Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from central Detroit, it takes about 25 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The trip when using public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near DTW:

Arriving at Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • If you're landing on a late Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping soon after at one of these accommodation options near YVR:

  • Pick up a Vancouver International Airport rental car and explore Vancouver and beyond with your own set of wheels. Routes Car Rentals, Thrifty and Avis are leading providers to choose from here.

  • Get the best deal by reserving your ride from Vancouver International Airport about one week ahead of your departure.

Getting from Vancouver International Airport (YVR) to central Vancouver

  • Vancouver International Airport to central Vancouver has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 14 kilometres away.

  • Travelling to the centre by public transport takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • August is the most popular month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport. For a quieter experience, visit Vancouver in May.

  • Book your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Vancouver International Airport for August if you want to go to Vancouver during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 13ºC (55ºF) and 24ºC (75ºF).

  • December sees average temperatures of between -1ºC (30ºF) and 7ºC (45ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DTW to YVR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.

Explore more of Canada

  • Vancouver has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of Canada you should also see. About 32 kilometres south-east of Vancouver, a visit to Surrey will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Senator Reid Park, Port Mann Park and Morgan Creek Park.

  • Victoria is another must-experience destination in Canada and is around 97 kilometres south of Vancouver. No journey is complete without a visit to Royal BC Museum, Craigdarroch Castle and Inner Harbour.

Plan the rest of your trip from Detroit to Vancouver

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