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

Frontier, JetBlue, and Southwest are the most popular carriers operating from Virginia to Detroit

What airlines fly to Detroit?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Virginia according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 69% 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.

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

92 flights are operational daily from Virginia to Detroit as of June 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 12:00PM, with 67% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Virginia you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 49m on average. On the other hand, flying from Richmond to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 51m 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 Virginia to Detroit on average per week?

As of June 2026, 646 flights take off from Virginia and land in Detroit each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Virginia to Detroit refresh daily.

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

As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to Detroit.

How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Detroit.

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

The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit 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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1:20 pm - 1:04 am

ORF

DTW

11h 44m

1 stop

6:00 am - 12:25 pm

DTW

ORF

6h 25m

1 stop

$172Frontier

Thu, Aug 20 - Sun, Aug 23

12:10 pm - 12:40 am

ORF

DTW

12h 30m

1 stop

2:56 pm - 11:15 am

DTW

ORF

20h 19m

1 stop

$174Frontier

Fri, Jul 24 - Tue, Jul 28

7:29 am - 9:09 am

DCA

DTW

1h 40mnonstop

6:00 am - 7:40 am

DTW

DCA

1h 40mnonstop

$207American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25

11:10 am - 12:47 pm

IAD

DTW

1h 37mnonstop

3:05 pm - 4:38 pm

DTW

IAD

1h 33mnonstop

$207Delta

Thu, Aug 20 - Tue, Aug 25

6:00 pm - 10:45 pm

ORF

DTW

4h 45m

1 stop

12:27 pm - 8:39 pm

DTW

ORF

8h 12m

1 stop

$211Multiple Airlines

Mon, Aug 3 - Tue, Aug 4

7:50 pm - 9:38 pm

DCA

DTW

1h 48mnonstop

9:39 am - 11:18 am

DTW

DCA

1h 39mnonstop

$217American Airlines

Thu, Aug 20 - Mon, Aug 24

11:45 am - 5:55 pm

DCA

DTW

6h 10m

2 stops

7:50 pm - 11:50 pm

DTW

DCA

4h 00m

1 stop

$218Southwest

Tue, Jul 14 - Tue, Jul 14

3:00 pm - 10:15 pm

DCA

DTW

7h 15m

1 stop

7:10 am - 2:55 pm

DTW

DCA

7h 45m

1 stop

$222Southwest

Wed, Jul 15 - Sat, Jul 18

8:00 pm - 9:45 pm

DCA

DTW

1h 45mnonstop

9:24 pm - 10:59 pm

DTW

DCA

1h 35mnonstop

$223Delta

Sat, Jul 18 - Mon, Jul 20

9:38 am - 5:12 pm

RIC

DTW

7h 34m

1 stop

7:40 am - 5:52 pm

DTW

RIC

10h 12m

1 stop

$242Multiple Airlines

Wed, Jul 8 - Mon, Jul 13

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Frontier flights from Virginia to Detroit

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Frontier

Aug 20

ORF1:20 pmNorfolk

11h 44m

1 stop

DTW1:04 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Aug 23

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 25m

1 stop

ORF12:25 pmNorfolk

$172

Frontier

Jul 24

ORF12:10 pmNorfolk

12h 30m

1 stop

DTW12:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 28

DTW2:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

20h 19m

1 stop

ORF11:15 amNorfolk

$174

Frontier

Jul 16

ORF12:10 pmNorfolk

12h 30m

1 stop

DTW12:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 20

DTW5:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 40m

1 stop

ORF11:15 amNorfolk

$175

Southwest flights from Virginia to Detroit

Our best Southwest deals on Virginia to Detroit flight tickets

Southwest

Jul 14

DCA11:45 amWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

6h 10m

2 stops

DTW5:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 14

DTW7:50 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 00m

1 stop

DCA11:50 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$218

Southwest

Jul 15

DCA3:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 15m

1 stop

DTW10:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 18

DTW7:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 45m

1 stop

DCA2:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$222

Southwest

Jul 21

DCA1:00 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

7h 25m

2 stops

DTW8:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jul 28

DTW7:05 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 50m

2 stops

DCA3:55 pmWashington, D.C. Reagan-National

$227

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NorfolkDetroit

ORF - DTW

ORFDTW

Norfolk

Thu 8/20

1:20 pm-1:04 am

1 stop11h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/23

6:00 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$172

NorfolkDetroit

ORF - DTW

ORFDTW

Norfolk

Fri 7/24

12:10 pm-12:40 am

1 stop12h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/28

2:56 pm-11:15 am

1 stop20h 19m

$174

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/20

7:29 am-9:09 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/25

6:00 am-7:40 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$207

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Washington, D.C.Detroit

IAD - DTW

IADDTW

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Thu 8/20

11:10 am-12:47 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/25

3:05 pm-4:38 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$207

NorfolkDetroit

ORF - DTW

ORFDTW

Norfolk

Mon 8/3

6:00 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/4

12:27 pm-8:39 pm

1 stop8h 12m

$211

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Thu 8/20

7:50 pm-9:38 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 8/24

9:39 am-11:18 am

Nonstop1h 39m

$217

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Tue 7/14

11:45 am-5:55 pm

2 stops6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/14

7:50 pm-11:50 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$218

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Wed 7/15

3:00 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/18

7:10 am-2:55 pm

1 stop7h 45m

$222

Washington, D.C.Detroit

DCA - DTW

DCADTW

Washington, D.C. Reagan-National

Sat 7/18

8:00 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/20

9:24 pm-10:59 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$223

RichmondDetroit

RIC - DTW

RICDTW

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 7/8

9:38 am-5:12 pm

1 stop7h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/13

7:40 am-5:52 pm

1 stop10h 12m

$242

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Virginia to Detroit

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Virginia is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around $48, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in October, then August is your next best option. Flight prices from Virginia to Detroit during August average around $54.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Virginia is on a Wednesday. momondo users have found tickets for Wednesday departures for as low as $399. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Virginia to Detroit for around $556.

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 Virginia to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $432. 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 $504 on average. Flights to Detroit from Virginia at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Virginia to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Norfolk to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Virginia - Detroit flight prices

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Detroit from Virginia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Detroit for around $363 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Detroit from Virginia for as low as $222 on momondo.

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

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

You could potentially save up to 65% on your flight if you consider stops on a Virginia to Detroit flight.

Cheap Virginia to Detroit flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Virginia to Detroit

Best Price Found	$203
Fastest flight time	1h 29m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Virginia in the past 72 hours is $203. The best round-trip flight deal from Virginia to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $378.

The fastest flight from Virginia to Detroit takes 1h 29m

Direct flights go from Virginia to Detroit every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Virginia to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Virginia to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Virginia to Detroit refresh daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Virginia to Detroit?
As of June 2026, there are 5 operators available to choose from for flights from Virginia to Detroit.
How old do you have to be to fly from Virginia 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 Virginia to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Detroit 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Virginia to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Virginia to Detroit is Boeing 717-200 (26.17% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (22.19%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 (20.34%), and Embraer 175 (4.84%).

Best airlines flying from Virginia to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
United Airlines	PriceFrom $144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 9,875 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $196	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.1 11,739 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $199	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,421 reviews	Search Delta flights

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