Cheap Flights from Vancouver (YVRA) to Detroit (DTW)

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $444. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

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

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

Direct flights from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County

Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

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

Vancouver to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$203
Cheapest month to flyJuly
Average flight time4 hrs, 30 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week32

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County is $354. 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.
4 hours and 30 minutes is the average flight time from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County.
Delta and WestJet fly direct from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County.
As of April 2026, there are 16 flights per week flying from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County is usually July.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Vancouver to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, 9 July 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 30 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.

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

  • Vancouver's main base, Vancouver International Airport (YVR), is where many unforgettable trips begin. Explore the departure options from here when planning your flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).

  • Around 4 hours 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.

  • Detroit is three hours ahead of Vancouver. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, which runs on the UTC-5 timezone.

  • Choose from 3 direct services every week between Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). This is the most popular route, with WestJet offering a 1:15pm departure from YVR to DTW.

  • Your flight from Vancouver to DTW won't wait if you're running late, so show up at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're flying internationally.

  • Flying during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Vancouver

Vancouver International Airport (YVR)

  • You can hop on a direct flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) out of Vancouver International Airport (YVR).

  • When leaving from YVR, you can catch a direct flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with WestJet.

  • WestJet is the airline with the highest number of bookings for flights from YVR to DTW.

  • Travelling from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.

  • Planning to catch an early flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the mad dash to the terminal (and get some bonus sleep) by picking one of these stays close to Vancouver International Airport:

  • Of the flights that depart from Vancouver International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)

  • CXH is about 2 kilometres from central Vancouver. It'll take you 5 minutes or so to get to the airport by car from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 10 minutes.

  • Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Vancouver to DTW flight? Relax in a hotel near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base before your holiday officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:

Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)

  • YXX is around 72 kilometres from central Vancouver. Driving from the city centre to the airport takes about 1 hour 20 minutes. If you're planning to use public transport, you can expect a journey of around 2 hours 30 minutes.

  • Make catching an early Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Stay at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport and get to the check-in counter with time to spare:

  • Flights that leave from YXX make it to their destination within the scheduled time frame 75% of the time.

About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 1 hour.

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

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $203. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $354. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • To pick up cheap flights from Vancouver to DTW, book ahead. Airlines typically offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.

  • If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the lowest price across the month when searching for your Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ticket.

  • Save time searching for cheap plane tickets from Vancouver to DTW by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Filters make it easier to find a bargain for your flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Pick the airlines, flight times and stops that look good to you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the most affordable option fast.

The best time to fly from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to go to Detroit. July is when most people book flights from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.

  • The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Vancouver to DTW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).

More about Detroit

  • Start your Detroit trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Vancouver to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are must-visits when exploring Detroit.

Explore more of the United States

  • Detroit has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Detroit, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.

  • If there's time to check out another corner of the United States, head for Cleveland, roughly 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are the start of reasons to visit.

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