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Cheap flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. from C$ 173

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — WAS
26 Nov — 3 Dec1
1 adult

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DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/12

7:00 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/12

8:23 p.m.-10:06 p.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

C$ 264

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 19/12

11:42 a.m.-4:25 p.m.

1 stop4h 43m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 6/1

5:00 p.m.-11:46 p.m.

1 stop6h 46m

C$ 290

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 8/1

7:05 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop5h 20m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Fri 10/1

10:55 a.m.-8:35 p.m.

2 stops9h 40m

C$ 409

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/12

6:06 a.m.-7:44 a.m.

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 5/12

10:14 p.m.-11:58 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 542

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 13/12

7:50 p.m.-8:50 a.m.

1 stop13h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Mon 16/12

8:59 p.m.-11:15 a.m.

1 stop14h 16m

C$ 635

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/12

3:12 p.m.-4:47 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

C$ 173

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 20/5

10:55 a.m.-5:52 p.m.

1 stop6h 57m

C$ 239

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/12

12:35 p.m.-6:30 p.m.

1 stop5h 55m

C$ 243

DetroitWashington, D.C.

DTW - DCA

DTWDCA

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/2

6:05 a.m.-12:25 p.m.

1 stop6h 20m

C$ 279

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Deals found on 21/11

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Washington, D.C. (WAS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

Round-trip from

C$ 264

One-way from

C$ 173

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Delta
  • Delta
  • 13/12-16/12
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 24m total
  • Detroit to Washington, D.C.
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Detroit to Washington, D.C.
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 15% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 November 2024.

Sat 21/127:16 a.m.DTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Wed 25/126:00 a.m.DCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 43mDelta
Deal found 21/11C$ 264
Thu 19/1211:42 a.m.DTW - DCA
1 stop4h 43mUnited Airlines
Mon 6/15:00 p.m.DCA - DTW
1 stop6h 46mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/11C$ 290
Sat 14/126:55 a.m.DTW - DCA
1 stop5h 05mSouthwest
Sun 15/126:05 a.m.DCA - DTW
2 stops7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 20/11C$ 430
Tue 3/126:06 a.m.DTW - DCA
Nonstop1h 38mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1210:14 p.m.DCA - DTW
Nonstop1h 44mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/11C$ 542
Fri 13/127:50 p.m.DTW - DCA
1 stop13h 00mJetBlue
Mon 16/128:59 p.m.DCA - DTW
1 stop14h 16mJetBlue
Deal found 21/11C$ 635

Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Washington, D.C. from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 66 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 256). Flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to WAS?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

When flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C., the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 69% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 21 November 2024.

The most flights from DTT to WAS are scheduled on a Thursday (47 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (19 on average).

Rainfall in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Washington, D.C. ranges from 66.0 - 102.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 102.0 mm. February is typically the driest time to visit Washington, D.C. when rainfall is around 66.0 mm.

Temperature in Washington, D.C. by month

Plan your trip to Washington, D.C. by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Washington, D.C., use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 2.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Washington, D.C.

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Washington, D.C.. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Washington, D.C.. Reviews last updated 21 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Delta and Southwest from Detroit to Washington, D.C. have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Very good
5,005 reviews

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8.1

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8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.0
Very good
8,755 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.5
Good
3,389 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very good
5,005 reviews

Comfort

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    If you book a flight to Washington, D.C. from Detroit, you will be flying from All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.9 km from the centre of Detroit. There are 38 flights from All airports to Washington, D.C. per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. round-trip?

    According to our current data, Delta (C$ 264), United Airlines (C$ 290), and Southwest (C$ 409) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Delta is 17% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Washington, D.C. one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Delta, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as C$ 173. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and United Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit to Washington, D.C. for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Consider Endeavor Airlines (100%), Scandinavian Airlines (97%) or Avianca (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C..

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.? While on average our users pay C$ 1,361, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 287. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Washington, D.C. Reagan-National), is priced around C$ 264.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C. that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Washington, D.C. flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C..

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Washington, D.C. by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Washington, D.C. (average of C$ 256). Flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C. in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 347). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Detroit to Washington, D.C.

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Washington, D.C.. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 640,016 searches. Data last updated 21 November 2024.
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FrontierCheapestC$ 53AverageC$ 140FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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American AirlinesCheapestC$ 193AverageC$ 221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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DeltaCheapestC$ 201AverageC$ 306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 257AverageC$ 378FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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SouthwestCheapestC$ 343AverageC$ 377FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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