Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Detroit – Washington
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
direct
1h 36m Return – Nov 10, 2026
direct
1h 39m $158
yesterday
Detroit – Washington
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
direct
1h 47m Return – Nov 9, 2026
direct
1h 46m $156
yesterday
Detroit – Washington
Outbound – Nov 5, 2026
direct
1h 32m Return – Nov 10, 2026
direct
1h 44m $66
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$101
Average price of a round trip
$157
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h41
A flight from Detroit to Washington takes on average 1h41.
Best time
November
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Washington is November.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit to Washington
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Washington (USA) from Detroit (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $130 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of December, October and July.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 24 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Washington costs on average $239.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines and American Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Detroit to Washington
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $101 to $361
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $157
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: October
info departure city :
Detroit, USA
airports :
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne Airport (DTW)
Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
local time :
Detroit is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Detroit, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 15°C, with a minimum of 12°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Detroit (DTT) has 3 airport(s): Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, Willow Run and Coleman A. Young
destination info :
Washington, USA
airports :
Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
Dulles International Airport (IAD)
College Park Airport (CGS)
local time :
Washington is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Washington, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 19°C, with a minimum of 16°C and a maximum of 23°C.
The city of Washington (WAS) has 3 airport(s): Ronald Reagan Washington, Dulles and College Park
Useful info about Washington
What is the least touristic period to go to Washington?
If you want to visit Washington during the least touristic period, choose the month of November.
What is the most popular time to travel to Washington?
In Washington, the most popular month is December. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Detroit to Washington?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 24 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 4 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Detroit to Washington is Saturday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Detroit and Washington?
When you leave, you can leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, and you will arrive at Baltimore/Washington Thurgood Marshall, Ronald Reagan Washington or Dulles.
How to reach Detroit airport from the city centre?
The airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne is located 33 km, Willow Run is located 49 km or Coleman A. Young is located 9 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Detroit to Washington?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Detroit and Washington?
In summer, the average temperature is 25°C in Washington and 22°C in Detroit. The average rainfall in summer is 133 mm in Washington and 101 mm in Detroit. In summer, it is warmer in Washington and it rains less in Detroit. In winter, it is colder in Washington and it rains more in Washington.
