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August 26 - August 31

Cheapest

Best

DTW - Boston

$232

$174

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August 11 - August 17

DTW - Boston

$223

$175

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August 13 - August 21

DTW - Boston

$215

$175

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August 13 - August 18

Best

DTW - Boston

$231

$175

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August 13 - August 17

Best

DTW - Boston

$235

$175

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August 6 - August 11

Earliest

DTW - Boston

$230

$176

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August 27 - August 31

Best

DTW - Boston

$234

$176

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September 3 - September 5

DTW - Boston

$218

$176

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August 24 - August 27

DTW - Boston

$234

$179

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September 5 - September 6

DTW - Boston

$219

$179

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Insights for flights from Detroit to Boston

The distance between Detroit and Boston is 1015 kilometers, making this a short-haul route. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Detroit to Boston, prices typically range from $238–$575, with a median of $377. Right now, fares are below the typical level, though currently 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Boston? The data indicates that April is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $109. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $174. Travelers can also find lower fares in November, where the median price is $258.

Most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with only 31.9% of recent fares being direct flights from Detroit to Boston. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Detroit to Boston? A typical journey from Detroit to Boston takes approximately 9h 51m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Boston

Regular price: $185 - $246

Prices are currently below the regular range for flights from Detroit to Boston.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Boston is $185 to $246. The current lowest deal is $174 with JetBlue Airways, for travel from Aug 26 to Aug 31.

now $174

Low $185

High $246

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Boston

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Boston is April, with a median price of $109. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $485. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $109

October

Most Expensive

Flights from $485

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Direct flights from Detroit to Boston

Deutsche Luft Hansa

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Boston

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

JetBlue Airways

$232

$230

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

United Airlines

$240

$220

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

United Airlines

$233

$234

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

JetBlue Airways

$221

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

JetBlue Airways

$219

$212

One-way

Wed, Jul 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Boston

Detroit (DTW) - Boston (BOS)

JetBlue Airways

$227

$231

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to Boston

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$235 → $175

26%

5 nights

Aug 26 - Aug 31

$232 → $174

25%

4 nights

Aug 27 - Aug 31

$234 → $176

25%

5 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 18

$231 → $175

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Boston

Detroit - Boston route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Detroit to Boston are below the typical level, with a median price of $377.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Boston, with a median price of $109.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 51m.

The median flight duration from Detroit to Boston is 9 hours and 51 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant on this route.

Connecting flights are dominant, making up 68.1% of deals, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Deutsche Luft Hansa offers direct flights.

Deutsche Luft Hansa has offered direct flights from Detroit to Boston.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route.

Deals for flights from Detroit to Boston are frequent, with over 1 deal per day historically.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a good choice for flights from Detroit to Boston, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Boston main airports to arrive at

Logan International (BOS)

Cheapest

Logan International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Detroit to Boston.

📍 ~5 km from Boston city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$174

Airports nearby Boston used as alternative

Rhode Island T. F. Green Int'l Airport (PVD)

Rhode Island T. F. Green Int'l Airport is a major regional alternative with a wide range of domestic connections.

📍 ~70 km from Boston (reachable by car or commuter rail)

💸 Flights from ~$262

Manchester–Boston Regional (MHT)

Manchester–Boston Regional is a primary alternative for travelers north of Boston with a strong domestic network.

📍 ~80 km from Boston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$289

Bradley International (BDL)

Cheapest

Bradley International is a large international airport offering an extensive carrier list and diverse destination options.

📍 ~140 km from Boston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Portland International Jetport (PWM)

Portland International Jetport is a highly reliable regional jetport with good connectivity for northern travelers.

📍 ~160 km from Boston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$261

Worcester Regional (ORH)

Worcester Regional is geographically close to the western Boston suburbs, offering a low-stress environment.

📍 ~60 km from Boston (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$307

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Boston

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Boston

Historically, the best prices for flights from Detroit to Boston are found when booking 7-13 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $197. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees the average price increase to $478, while booking 60+ days out can result in an average price of $684. Planning your trip within the optimal window can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Detroit to Boston is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $238. The median price for this route has been $377. Prices above $575 are typically in the more expensive range. By comparing prices to these historical thresholds, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, April and August have offered the cheapest flights from Detroit to Boston. In April, the median price was $109, and in August, it was $174. The annual median price for this route is $377, indicating that these months provide substantial savings. November also shows a lower median price of $258 compared to the annual average.

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