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Cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit from $97

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8:30 am - 6:44 pmDSM-DTW
9h 14m1 stop
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5:15 am - 12:53 pmDTW-DSM
8h 38m1 stop
$247Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
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12:05 pm - 8:20 amDSM-DTW
19h 15m2 stops
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5:15 am - 12:53 pmDTW-DSM
8h 38m1 stop
$263Multiple Airlines
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Fri, Oct 31 - Mon, Nov 3
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 8:19 pmDSM-DTW
4h 04m1 stop
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11:00 am - 2:19 pmDTW-DSM
4h 19m1 stop
$279United Airlines
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Fri, Nov 14 - Fri, Nov 21
American Airlines Logo
8:51 am - 6:06 pmDSM-DTW
8h 15m1 stop
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6:36 pm - 8:21 amDTW-DSM
14h 45m1 stop
$309American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24
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2:37 pm - 12:59 amDSM-DTW
9h 22m1 stop
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6:00 am - 1:52 pmDTW-DSM
8h 52m1 stop
$311Frontier
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Fri, Oct 24 - Sun, Oct 26
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2:00 pm - 8:06 amDSM-DTW
41h 06m2 stops
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12:20 pm - 7:08 pmDTW-DSM
7h 48m1 stop
$332Frontier
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Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Dec 5
United Airlines Logo
3:15 pm - 8:17 pmDSM-DTW
4h 02m1 stop
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10:25 am - 2:27 pmDTW-DSM
5h 02m1 stop
$349United Airlines
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Mon, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 4
American Airlines Logo
5:41 am - 4:00 pmDSM-DTW
9h 19m1 stop
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6:35 am - 5:57 pmDTW-DSM
12h 22m1 stop
$359American Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Thu, Dec 4
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10:21 am - 1:11 pmDSM-DTW
1h 50mnonstop
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8:35 am - 9:41 amDTW-DSM
2h 06mnonstop
$399Delta
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Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 27
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6:17 am - 9:07 amDSM-DTW
1h 50mnonstop
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9:00 am - 2:08 pmDTW-DSM
6h 08m1 stop
$409Delta
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Wed, Nov 26 - Thu, Nov 27

United Airlines flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Our best United Airlines deals on Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight tickets
United Airlines
Nov 14
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
4h 04m
1 stop
DTW8:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 21
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 19m
1 stop
DSM2:19 pmDes Moines
$279
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United Airlines
Mar 2
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
4h 02m
1 stop
DTW8:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Mar 4
DTW10:25 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 02m
1 stop
DSM2:27 pmDes Moines
$349
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United Airlines
Nov 26
DSM3:15 pmDes Moines
7h 44m
2 stops
DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 27
DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 42m
1 stop
DSM10:42 amDes Moines
$354
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American Airlines flights from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Our best American Airlines deals on Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight tickets
American Airlines
Nov 20
DSM8:51 amDes Moines
8h 15m
1 stop
DTW6:06 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 24
DTW6:36 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 45m
1 stop
DSM8:21 amDes Moines
$309
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American Airlines
Nov 27
DSM5:41 amDes Moines
9h 19m
1 stop
DTW4:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Dec 4
DTW6:35 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 22m
1 stop
DSM5:57 pmDes Moines
$359
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American Airlines
Nov 7
DSM5:33 amDes Moines
11h 46m
1 stop
DTW6:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Nov 9
DTW8:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 49m
1 stop
DSM8:32 amDes Moines
$375
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Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

8:30 am-6:44 pm

1 stop9h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

5:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$247

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 10/31

12:05 pm-8:20 am

2 stops19h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/3

5:15 am-12:53 pm

1 stop8h 38m

$263

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 11/14

3:15 pm-8:19 pm

1 stop4h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/21

11:00 am-2:19 pm

1 stop4h 19m

$279

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 11/20

8:51 am-6:06 pm

1 stop8h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/24

6:36 pm-8:21 am

1 stop14h 45m

$309

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Fri 10/24

2:37 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/26

6:00 am-1:52 pm

1 stop8h 52m

$311

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

2:00 pm-8:06 am

2 stops41h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/5

12:20 pm-7:08 pm

1 stop7h 48m

$332

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Mon 3/2

3:15 pm-8:17 pm

1 stop4h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/4

10:25 am-2:27 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$349

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 11/27

5:41 am-4:00 pm

1 stop9h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/4

6:35 am-5:57 pm

1 stop12h 22m

$359

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

10:21 am-1:11 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

8:35 am-9:41 am

Nonstop2h 06m

$399

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 11/26

6:17 am-9:07 am

Nonstop1h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/27

9:00 am-2:08 pm

1 stop6h 08m

$409

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Des Moines is in May. Flight prices, which tend to average around $393, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of May, then book flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Des Moines during August instead. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in August, while not as cheap as those in May, still average around $396.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The cheapest day to depart from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $426. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Monday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Monday is $653.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Des Moines in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $473 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are more costly in the afternoon, with an average ticket price of $695. Departure times in the afternoon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight route?

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You could potentially save up to 9% on your flight if you consider stops on a Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.

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Best Price Found

$192

Fastest flight time

1h 42m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat and Sun
The best one-way flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Des Moines in the past 72 hours is $192. The best round-trip flight deal from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $302.
The fastest flight from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 42m
Direct flights go from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.
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  • How far is Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County by plane?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is 529.6 mi away from Des Moines. Typically, this will take 1h 42m by plane in normal conditions.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Prices for flights from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Best airlines flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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DeltaPriceFrom $329Free CancellationRating
7.9
7,973 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

    Delta is one of the most popular airlines flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, operating 19 flights/week on average for this route. A good Delta flight deal for Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport starts from $329 round-trip, up to an average price of $415. Our users have rated Delta at 7.9/10.

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