Cheap Flights from Fort Lauderdale (FLL) to Detroit (DTW)

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Find the cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in August.

Direct flights from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County

Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

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

Fort Lauderdale to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$134
Cheapest month to flyAugust
Average flight time3 hrs, 5 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week120

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County is $134. 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.
3 hours and 5 minutes is the average flight time from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County.
WestJet, Spirit Airlines and Delta fly direct from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County.
As of July 2025, there are 120 flights per week flying from Fort Lauderdale International to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Fort Lauderdale International 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 Fort Lauderdale International Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Wednesday, 20 August 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 3 hours and 5 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, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Flying from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • Around 3 hours 5 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • Fort Lauderdale and Detroit share the same timezone, UTC-4.

  • Choose from 49 weekly Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest flight you can take. Spirit Airlines operates the latest service of the day at 21:58.

  • To ensure you catch your FLL to DTW flight, allow plenty of time to check in and find your gate. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Be prepared for longer queues during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a good idea.

  • Delta Air Lines offers direct flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular airline, then get ready to see the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of United States if your schedule allows.

  • Delta Air Lines is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.

  • Spirit Airlines is the most punctual carrier that operates FLL to DTW flights, with 77.12% of its services reaching their destination on time.

  • If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. These are the top stopovers between FLL and DTW:

    • John Glenn Columbus International Airport

    • Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

    • Blue Grass Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Right now, $67 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $134. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.

  • Book seven months before you want to fly. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from FLL to DTW.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.

  • Finding cheap flights from FLL to DTW is a cinch with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when there's a better deal.

  • Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL)

  • The address for FLL is 320 Terminal Drive.

  • When it comes to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 73.74% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.

  • Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport is around 8 kilometres from central Fort Lauderdale. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 15 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • The trip when using public transport takes roughly 25 minutes.

  • Get your holiday off to a leisurely start by staying near FLL. Whether you're catching an early flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are perfect:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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

  • DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • It takes around 1 hour 10 minutes when travelling by public transport.

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

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. August is the busiest month to visit Detroit. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you'd like to explore Detroit during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Search for cheap tickets from FLL to DTW sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

  • Detroit has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of United States just waiting to be discovered. Around 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a trip to Chicago will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.

  • Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Start your sightseeing at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.

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