What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

Delta, American Airlines and Frontier are the top three most popular airlines that fly to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to District of Columbia. Keep in mind that there are 6 different airlines that fly to District of Columbia on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?

As of July 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?

The required travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: How many flights depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 258 flights per week flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

Q: How many flights depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia on average per day?

As of July 2025, there are 36 flights per day flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 40% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

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9:55 pm - 11:26 pmDTW-IAD

1h 31mnonstop

6:15 pm - 8:05 pmIAD-DTW

1h 50mnonstop

$137Delta

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6:00 am - 7:39 amDTW-DCA

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9:55 pm - 11:26 pmDTW-IAD

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1h 42mnonstop

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6:00 am - 7:35 amDTW-IAD

1h 35mnonstop

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4h 06m1 stop

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2:46 pm - 8:48 pmDTW-IAD

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2:52 pm - 7:55 pmDTW-IAD

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7:40 pm - 9:18 pmDTW-IAD

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1h 41mnonstop

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Frontier flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

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Frontier

Aug 21

DTW2:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 02m

1 stop

IAD8:48 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 24

IAD10:22 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 38m

1 stop

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Frontier

Sep 10

DTW2:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 03m

1 stop

IAD7:55 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 13

IAD7:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

7h 46m

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DTW2:46 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Frontier

Aug 30

DTW4:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 52m

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IAD11:00 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 3

IAD9:30 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

8h 01m

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DTW5:31 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Delta

Aug 30

DTW9:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 31m

IAD11:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 3

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 50m

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Sep 3

DTW9:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 31m

IAD11:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Sep 6

IAD6:15 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 50m

DTW8:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Aug 28

DTW9:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 31m

IAD11:26 pmWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Aug 31

IAD6:00 amWashington, D.C. Dulles Intl

1h 30m

DTW7:30 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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6:00 am-7:35 am

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6:20 am-10:26 am

1 stop4h 06m

$173

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Thu 8/21

2:46 pm-8:48 pm

1 stop6h 02m

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10:22 am-6:00 pm

1 stop7h 38m

$176

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Sat 8/23

1:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

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1 stop7h 15m

$177

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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2:52 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 03m

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7:00 am-2:46 pm

1 stop7h 46m

$178

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DTW - DCA

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Sat 8/23

1:20 pm-6:20 pm

1 stop5h 00m

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 9/3

12:00 pm-6:25 pm

2 stops6h 25m

$182

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DTW - IAD

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

7:40 pm-9:18 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Fri 9/5

10:18 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$192

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia

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What is the cheapest month to fly to District of Columbia?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around $194. If you don’t want to visit District of Columbia in February, then you should wait until August to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of $194.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia is on a Friday when prices can be found for as low as $291. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travelers. As a result, prices tend to be around $446.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to District of Columbia?

Flying to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as $301 when looking at flights departing in the afternoon. Flights to District of Columbia are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $640. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

What is the cheapest Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to District of Columbia?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to District of Columbia for around $190 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for as low as $104 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best Price Found	$69
Fastest flight time	1h 28m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in District of Columbia	2 airports

The best one-way flight to District of Columbia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the past 72 hours is $69. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $137.

The fastest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia takes 1h 28m

Direct flights go from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia every day.

There are 2 airports near District of Columbia: Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA), Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)

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As of July 2025, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?
Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to District of Columbia?
The required travel and health documents for your District of Columbia trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at District of Columbia. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, representing 13.54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Airbus A320-100/200 at 12.28%, Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) at 11.93%, and Airbus A319 at 11.44%.

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Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $46	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,048 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Frontier	PriceFrom $49	Free Cancellation	Rating 5.9 3,239 reviews	Search Frontier flights
Delta	PriceFrom $114	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 7,981 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $158	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $179	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,246 reviews	Search Southwest flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $189	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,900 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia?

United Airlines, American Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to District of Columbia

What airlines fly to District of Columbia?

How many flights depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia on average per day?

As of July 2025, there are 36 flights per day flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The most common time of day flights depart is 9:00PM, with 40% of flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 258 flights per week flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to District of Columbia. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 20% of flights taking off on this day.

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