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

Southwest, United Airlines, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Tennessee to Detroit

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

As of May 2026, 46 flights take off from Tennessee and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 3:00PM, with 52% of daily flights taking off at noon.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Tennessee you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Nashville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 35m on average. On the other hand, flying from Knoxville to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 39m 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.

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, Spirit Airlines and Southwest are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Tennessee according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 59% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

As of May 2026, 325 flights take off from Tennessee and land in Detroit each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Tue, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Tennessee to Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.

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

As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Detroit.

How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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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7:45 pm - 10:25 pm

BNA

DTW

1h 40mnonstop

8:10 pm - 8:45 pm

DTW

BNA

1h 35mnonstop

$177Southwest

Tue, Jun 16 - Wed, Jun 17

9:30 pm - 12:05 am

BNA

DTW

1h 35mnonstop

8:10 pm - 8:45 pm

DTW

BNA

1h 35mnonstop

$184Southwest

Mon, Jun 8 - Wed, Jun 10

6:01 am - 8:42 am

BNA

DTW

1h 41mnonstop

6:20 am - 11:35 am

DTW

BNA

6h 15m

1 stop

$194Delta

Thu, Aug 13 - Tue, Aug 18

4:29 pm - 12:33 am

BNA

DTW

7h 04m

1 stop

7:58 pm - 11:47 pm

DTW

BNA

4h 49m

1 stop

$197American Airlines

Tue, Jun 23 - Wed, Jun 24

7:38 pm - 10:20 pm

BNA

DTW

1h 42mnonstop

9:35 pm - 10:19 pm

DTW

BNA

1h 44mnonstop

$201Delta

Thu, Jun 4 - Mon, Jun 8

7:54 pm - 12:35 pm

MEM

DTW

15h 41m

1 stop

6:50 am - 10:59 am

DTW

MEM

5h 09m

1 stop

$227Frontier

Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4

7:54 pm - 12:35 pm

MEM

DTW

15h 41m

1 stop

6:50 am - 10:59 am

DTW

MEM

5h 09m

1 stop

$228Frontier

Mon, Jun 1 - Thu, Jun 4

7:03 pm - 1:05 pm

MEM

DTW

17h 02m

2 stops

5:38 pm - 10:55 am

DTW

MEM

18h 17m

1 stop

$234Multiple Airlines

Mon, Jul 13 - Mon, Jul 20

8:59 am - 12:44 am

CHA

DTW

39h 45m

2 stops

11:00 am - 8:09 am

DTW

CHA

21h 09m

1 stop

$278Multiple Airlines

Thu, Jun 25 - Wed, Jul 8

8:27 pm - 12:33 am

TRI

DTW

4h 06m

1 stop

6:00 am - 10:42 am

DTW

TRI

4h 42m

1 stop

$289American Airlines

Thu, Jun 18 - Sat, Jun 20

Delta flights from Tennessee to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Tennessee to Detroit flight tickets

Delta

Jun 4

BNA7:38 pmNashville Intl

1h 42m

DTW10:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 8

DTW9:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 44m

BNA10:19 pmNashville Intl

$201

Delta

Jun 11

BNA6:05 amNashville Intl

1h 44m

DTW8:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 16

DTW12:30 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 41m

BNA1:11 pmNashville Intl

$220

Delta

Jun 11

BNA6:05 amNashville Intl

1h 44m

DTW8:49 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 16

DTW5:17 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 26m

1 stop

BNA8:43 amNashville Intl

$230

American Airlines flights from Tennessee to Detroit

Our best American Airlines deals on Tennessee to Detroit flight tickets

American Airlines

Jun 23

BNA4:29 pmNashville Intl

7h 04m

1 stop

DTW12:33 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 24

DTW7:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 49m

1 stop

BNA11:47 pmNashville Intl

$197

American Airlines

Jun 8

BNA7:14 pmNashville Intl

4h 19m

1 stop

DTW12:33 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 10

DTW7:58 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 49m

1 stop

BNA11:47 pmNashville Intl

$204

American Airlines

May 30

BNA5:50 pmNashville Intl

4h 47m

1 stop

DTW11:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 1

DTW7:42 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 37m

1 stop

BNA11:19 amNashville Intl

$212

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NashvilleDetroit

BNA - DTW

BNADTW

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/16

7:45 pm-10:25 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/17

8:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$177

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NashvilleDetroit

BNA - DTW

BNADTW

Nashville Intl

Mon 6/8

9:30 pm-12:05 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/10

8:10 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$184

NashvilleDetroit

BNA - DTW

BNADTW

Nashville Intl

Thu 8/13

6:01 am-8:42 am

Nonstop1h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/18

6:20 am-11:35 am

1 stop6h 15m

$194

NashvilleDetroit

BNA - DTW

BNADTW

Nashville Intl

Tue 6/23

4:29 pm-12:33 am

1 stop7h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/24

7:58 pm-11:47 pm

1 stop4h 49m

$197

NashvilleDetroit

BNA - DTW

BNADTW

Nashville Intl

Thu 6/4

7:38 pm-10:20 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

9:35 pm-10:19 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$201

MemphisDetroit

MEM - DTW

MEMDTW

Memphis

Mon 6/1

7:54 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

6:50 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 09m

$227

MemphisDetroit

MEM - DTW

MEMDTW

Memphis

Mon 6/1

7:54 pm-12:35 pm

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/4

6:50 am-10:59 am

1 stop5h 09m

$228

MemphisDetroit

MEM - DTW

MEMDTW

Memphis

Mon 7/13

7:03 pm-1:05 pm

2 stops17h 02m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/20

5:38 pm-10:55 am

1 stop18h 17m

$234

ChattanoogaDetroit

CHA - DTW

CHADTW

Chattanooga Lovell Field

Thu 6/25

8:59 am-12:44 am

2 stops39h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/8

11:00 am-8:09 am

1 stop21h 09m

$278

BlountvilleDetroit

TRI - DTW

TRIDTW

Blountville Tri Cities TN/VA

Thu 6/18

8:27 pm-12:33 am

1 stop4h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/20

6:00 am-10:42 am

1 stop4h 42m

$289

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Tennessee is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $28, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in November, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from Tennessee to Detroit during January average around $30.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Tennessee is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $259. 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 Tennessee to Detroit for around $599.

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

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Tennessee to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $257. Flying to Detroit in the evening 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 $767 on average. Flights to Detroit from Tennessee at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Tennessee to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Knoxville McGhee Tyson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Tennessee - Detroit flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight from Tennessee to Detroit?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Tennessee when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $221 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Tennessee for as low as $150 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Tennessee to Detroit flights?

You could potentially save up to 3% on your flight if you consider stops on a Tennessee to Detroit flight.

Cheap Tennessee to Detroit flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found	$178
Fastest flight time	1h 35m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Tennessee in the past 72 hours is $178. The best round-trip flight deal from Tennessee to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $329.

The fastest flight from Tennessee to Detroit takes 1h 35m

Direct flights go from Tennessee to Detroit every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Tennessee to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Tennessee to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Tennessee to Detroit are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Tennessee to Detroit?
As of May 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Tennessee to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Tennessee 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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee to Detroit?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked plane model on the route from Tennessee to Detroit is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, representing 14.03% of all bookings. The subsequent popular models are Boeing 737 MAX 8 at 12.25%, Boeing 717-200 at 12.05%, and Airbus A320-100/200 at 9.45%.

Best airlines flying from Tennessee to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $60	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,633 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $132	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,447 reviews	Search Delta flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $139	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,295 reviews	Search Southwest flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $188	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,661 reviews	Search American Airlines flights

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