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

Delta and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Columbus to Detroit

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

As of March 2026, 98 flights take off from Columbus Airport and land in Detroit each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Wed, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

14 flights are operational daily from Columbus Airport to Detroit as of March 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 2:00PM, with 43% of flights per day taking off at noon.

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

Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit refresh daily.

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

As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit.

How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus Airport to Detroit?

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 Columbus Airport to Detroit.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Detroit 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 Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus Airport and Detroit?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $527 to $308. The lowest price recently found on this route was $129.

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6:35 pm - 11:45 am

CMH

DTW

17h 10m

1 stop

9:50 am - 2:52 pm

DTW

CMH

5h 02m

1 stop

$129Frontier

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26

7:00 pm - 9:10 am

CMH

DTW

14h 10m

1 stop

5:09 pm - 11:15 am

DTW

CMH

18h 06m

1 stop

$163Frontier

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26

6:35 pm - 11:45 am

CMH

DTW

17h 10m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 11:15 am

DTW

CMH

13h 05m

2 stops

$188Frontier

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26

7:00 pm - 9:10 am

CMH

DTW

14h 10m

1 stop

10:10 pm - 11:15 am

DTW

CMH

13h 05m

2 stops

$195Frontier

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26

11:27 am - 12:39 am

CMH

DTW

13h 12m

1 stop

5:34 pm - 7:18 pm

DTW

CMH

25h 44m

1 stop

$197Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 11

11:27 am - 12:39 am

CMH

DTW

13h 12m

1 stop

5:05 am - 8:56 pm

DTW

CMH

15h 51m

1 stop

$214Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Fri, Apr 10

6:35 pm - 4:14 pm

CMH

DTW

21h 39m

1 stop

8:49 pm - 1:27 pm

DTW

CMH

16h 38m

2 stops

$223Multiple Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Fri, May 1

12:10 pm - 11:38 am

CMH

DTW

23h 28m

1 stop

8:43 pm - 7:35 pm

DTW

CMH

22h 52m

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$229Multiple Airlines

Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27

5:45 am - 10:37 pm

CMH

DTW

16h 52m

2 stops

7:35 pm - 7:18 pm

DTW

CMH

23h 43m

1 stop

$234Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 7 - Sat, Apr 11

6:25 am - 7:31 am

CMH

DTW

1h 06mnonstop

5:50 pm - 6:52 pm

DTW

CMH

1h 02mnonstop

$239Delta

Wed, May 13 - Sat, May 16

Delta flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Columbus Airport to Detroit flight tickets

Delta

May 13

CMH6:25 amColumbus

1h 06m

DTW7:31 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 16

DTW5:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 02m

CMH6:52 pmColumbus

$239

Delta

Apr 20

CMH10:32 amColumbus

1h 08m

DTW11:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 27

DTW8:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 11m

CMH9:51 amColumbus

$269

Delta

Apr 7

CMH6:06 pmColumbus

1h 13m

DTW7:19 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 11

DTW7:59 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 02m

CMH9:01 pmColumbus

$339

Spirit Airlines flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit

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Spirit Airlines

Apr 7

CMH5:45 amColumbus

16h 52m

2 stops

DTW10:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 11

DTW6:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

14h 51m

1 stop

CMH9:41 amColumbus

$274

Spirit Airlines

Apr 7

CMH5:45 amColumbus

16h 52m

2 stops

DTW10:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 11

DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 33m

2 stops

CMH9:41 amColumbus

$297

Spirit Airlines

Apr 8

CMH10:40 amColumbus

11h 57m

2 stops

DTW10:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 11

DTW1:08 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 33m

2 stops

CMH9:41 amColumbus

$301

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Fri 4/24

6:35 pm-11:45 am

1 stop17h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

9:50 am-2:52 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$129

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CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 4/23

7:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop14h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

5:09 pm-11:15 am

1 stop18h 06m

$163

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 4/24

6:35 pm-11:45 am

1 stop17h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

10:10 pm-11:15 am

2 stops13h 05m

$188

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Thu 4/23

7:00 pm-9:10 am

1 stop14h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

10:10 pm-11:15 am

2 stops13h 05m

$195

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Tue 4/7

11:27 am-12:39 am

1 stop13h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/11

5:34 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop25h 44m

$197

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Tue 4/7

11:27 am-12:39 am

1 stop13h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/10

5:05 am-8:56 pm

1 stop15h 51m

$214

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Fri 4/24

6:35 pm-4:14 pm

1 stop21h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/1

8:49 pm-1:27 pm

2 stops16h 38m

$223

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Mon 4/20

12:10 pm-11:38 am

1 stop23h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

8:43 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops22h 52m

$229

ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Tue 4/7

5:45 am-10:37 pm

2 stops16h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/11

7:35 pm-7:18 pm

1 stop23h 43m

$234

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ColumbusDetroit

CMH - DTW

CMHDTW

Columbus

Wed 5/13

6:25 am-7:31 am

Nonstop1h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/16

5:50 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 02m

$239

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Columbus Airport and Detroit?

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Columbus Airport is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $549. 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 Columbus Airport to Detroit for around $698.

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 Columbus Airport to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $544. 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 in the evening when prices are $912 on average. Flights to Detroit from Columbus Airport in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Columbus to Detroit flight route?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Columbus 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 Columbus Airport to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 88% on your flight if you consider stops on a Columbus Airport to Detroit flight.

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Best Price Found	$206
Fastest flight time	1h 06m
Direct flights	Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu and Sun
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Columbus Airport in the past 72 hours is $206. The best round-trip flight deal from Columbus Airport to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $362.

The fastest flight from Columbus Airport to Detroit takes 1h 06m

Direct flights go from Columbus Airport to Detroit on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday. There are no airlines offering direct flights.

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

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How far is Columbus to Detroit by plane?
Detroit is 161.7 mi away from Columbus. Flights usually cover this in 1h 06m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit?
As of March 2026, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights from Columbus Airport to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Columbus Airport to Detroit?
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 Columbus Airport to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The required travel and health documents for your Detroit 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 Detroit. 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 Columbus Airport to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Columbus Airport to Detroit is Boeing 737 MAX 8 (19.57% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-800 Passenger/BBJ2 (winglets) (12.84%), Embraer 175 (11.31%), and Boeing 737-800 (8.26%).
What is the most popular airline from Columbus Airport to Detroit?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Columbus Airport to Detroit is Delta, representing 100% of all bookings.

Best airlines flying from Columbus Airport to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,340 reviews		Search Delta flights

Delta Flights From Columbus Airport to Detroit
Delta flight deals from Columbus Airport to Detroit start from $199 round-trip. Over the 22 Delta flights for this route in a normal week, average airfare is usually $259 round-trip - but some users have found much cheaper deals with momondo.

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