What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, United Airlines and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Iowa according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 55% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Iowa to Detroit?

Frontier, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Iowa to Detroit

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Iowa you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 44m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cedar Rapids to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 3h 50m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

How many flights depart from Iowa to Detroit on average per week?

The number of flights available between Iowa and Detroit is 123 per week as of March 2026. The most frequent departure day is Wed, with 20% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

How many flights depart from Iowa to Detroit on average per day?

17 flights are operational daily from Iowa to Detroit as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 10:00AM, with 59% of flights per day taking off at noon.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Detroit?

Prices for flights from Iowa to Detroit refresh daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Detroit?

The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Detroit is 4 as of March 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Detroit?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Detroit.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:58 pm - 10:58 am

OMA

DTW

13h 00m

1 stop

10:27 pm - 8:13 pm

DTW

OMA

22h 46m

1 stop

$151Frontier

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

8:58 pm - 10:58 am

OMA

DTW

13h 00m

1 stop

10:27 pm - 8:13 pm

DTW

OMA

22h 46m

1 stop

$171Frontier

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26

7:00 am - 4:24 pm

DSM

DTW

8h 24m

1 stop

10:27 pm - 1:09 pm

DTW

DSM

15h 42m

1 stop

$285Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

5:30 am - 9:45 am

DSM

DTW

3h 15m

1 stop

4:10 pm - 10:10 pm

DTW

DSM

7h 00m

2 stops

$288Southwest

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

5:30 am - 1:00 pm

DSM

DTW

6h 30m

2 stops

4:10 pm - 10:10 pm

DTW

DSM

7h 00m

2 stops

$293Southwest

Wed, May 6 - Wed, May 13

8:30 am - 9:10 am

DSM

DTW

23h 40m

2 stops

10:27 pm - 1:09 pm

DTW

DSM

15h 42m

1 stop

$297Multiple Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sun, Apr 19

11:43 am - 5:12 pm

CID

DTW

4h 29m

1 stop

5:36 am - 11:54 am

DTW

CID

7h 18m

1 stop

$309American Airlines

Sat, May 23 - Tue, May 26

3:47 pm - 10:13 pm

MLI

DTW

5h 26m

1 stop

6:00 am - 10:04 am

DTW

MLI

5h 04m

1 stop

$309United Airlines

Fri, May 1 - Mon, May 4

6:52 pm - 12:45 am

CID

DTW

4h 53m

1 stop

9:43 am - 2:30 pm

DTW

CID

5h 47m

1 stop

$314American Airlines

Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 11

3:20 pm - 11:59 pm

MLI

DTW

7h 39m

2 stops

11:00 am - 2:09 pm

DTW

MLI

4h 09m

1 stop

$314United Airlines

Fri, Apr 17 - Sun, Apr 19

Southwest flights from Iowa to Detroit

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Southwest

May 6

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

3h 15m

1 stop

DTW9:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 13

DTW4:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 00m

2 stops

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$288

Southwest

May 6

DSM5:30 amDes Moines

6h 30m

2 stops

DTW1:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 13

DTW4:10 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 00m

2 stops

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$293

Southwest

Apr 14

DSM6:55 amDes Moines

7h 35m

1 stop

DTW3:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 14

DTW7:40 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3h 30m

1 stop

DSM10:10 pmDes Moines

$296

United Airlines flights from Iowa to Detroit

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United Airlines

May 1

MLI3:47 pmMoline Quad-City

5h 26m

1 stop

DTW10:13 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 4

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 04m

1 stop

MLI10:04 amMoline Quad-City

$309

United Airlines

Apr 17

MLI3:20 pmMoline Quad-City

7h 39m

2 stops

DTW11:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 19

DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 09m

1 stop

MLI2:09 pmMoline Quad-City

$314

United Airlines

Apr 7

CID6:34 amCedar Rapids

5h 46m

1 stop

DTW1:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 11

DTW6:18 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 25m

1 stop

CID9:43 pmCedar Rapids

$319

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OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/16

8:58 pm-10:58 am

1 stop13h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

10:27 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$151

OmahaDetroit

OMA - DTW

OMADTW

Omaha Eppley Airfield

Thu 4/23

8:58 pm-10:58 am

1 stop13h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

10:27 pm-8:13 pm

1 stop22h 46m

$171

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 4/16

7:00 am-4:24 pm

1 stop8h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

10:27 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$285

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Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

4:10 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$288

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Wed 5/6

5:30 am-1:00 pm

2 stops6h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/13

4:10 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 00m

$293

Des MoinesDetroit

DSM - DTW

DSMDTW

Des Moines

Thu 4/16

8:30 am-9:10 am

2 stops23h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

10:27 pm-1:09 pm

1 stop15h 42m

$297

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Sat 5/23

11:43 am-5:12 pm

1 stop4h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

5:36 am-11:54 am

1 stop7h 18m

$309

MolineDetroit

MLI - DTW

MLIDTW

Moline Quad-City

Fri 5/1

3:47 pm-10:13 pm

1 stop5h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-10:04 am

1 stop5h 04m

$309

Cedar RapidsDetroit

CID - DTW

CIDDTW

Cedar Rapids

Thu 4/9

6:52 pm-12:45 am

1 stop4h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/11

9:43 am-2:30 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$314

MolineDetroit

MLI - DTW

MLIDTW

Moline Quad-City

Fri 4/17

3:20 pm-11:59 pm

2 stops7h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/19

11:00 am-2:09 pm

1 stop4h 09m

$314

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Detroit?

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Iowa is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $401. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Iowa to Detroit for around $635.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Iowa to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $489. Flying to Detroit in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $1,609 on average. Flights to Detroit from Iowa at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Iowa to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Des Moines to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Iowa - Detroit flight prices

What cabin class options are available on Iowa to Detroit flights?

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

Can stopping save me money on Iowa to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 27% on your flight if you consider stops on a Iowa to Detroit flight.

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Best Price Found	$198
Fastest flight time	1h 44m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Iowa in the past 72 hours is $198. The best round-trip flight deal from Iowa to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $439.

The fastest flight from Iowa to Detroit takes 1h 44m

Direct flights go from Iowa to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport in Detroit. From Iowa there are direct flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Iowa to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Iowa to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Iowa to Detroit?
The number of operators available for flights from Iowa to Detroit is 4 as of March 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Iowa to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Iowa to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Iowa to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Iowa and Detroit, the leading plane model is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, making up 29.73% of the total bookings. Other popular models include Airbus A320-100/200 with 13.51%, Embraer 175 with 10.81%, and Boeing 777-300ER with 8.11%.

Best airlines flying from Iowa to Detroit

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Iowa to Detroit with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
American Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,495 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,483 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $228	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,331 reviews	Search Delta flights

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