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August 25 - September 7

Cheapest

Best

MKE - Detroit

$254

$265

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August 25 - September 2

Best

MKE - Detroit

$273

$274

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August 25 - August 26

Best

MKE - Detroit

$296

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August 18 - September 7

MKE - Detroit

$244

$298

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September 1 - September 7

MKE - Detroit

$273

$299

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August 18 - September 2

MKE - Detroit

$249

$307

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September 1 - September 2

MKE - Detroit

$283

$308

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September 3 - September 7

MKE - Detroit

$283

$309

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August 4 - September 2

Earliest

MKE - Detroit

$231

$328

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August 11 - September 7

MKE - Detroit

$239

$331

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Insights for flights from Milwaukee to Detroit

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Milwaukee to Detroit, March stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $251. This is significantly lower than the overall typical price for this route. January also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $282, followed by April at $446.

Fares for flights from Milwaukee to Detroit typically range from $463–$469, with a median of $469. Right now, fares are near the typical level for this route. Only 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptionally low prices can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find flights.

When considering how long the flight from Milwaukee to Detroit takes, a typical journey, including connections, is approximately 6h 48m. This duration reflects that most itineraries on this route connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers for connecting flights being 2. There are currently no direct flights from Milwaukee to Detroit, meaning all itineraries will involve at least one stop.

The distance between Milwaukee and Detroit is 381 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul journey, typically involving shorter flight times and often more frequent service compared to longer routes.

How much is a round trip from Milwaukee to Detroit

Regular price: $220 - $374

Prices for flights from Milwaukee to Detroit are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Milwaukee to Detroit is typically between $220 and $374. The current lowest deal is $265 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from August 25 to September 7.

now $265

Low $220

High $374

The cheapest time to fly from Milwaukee to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from MKE to DTT is March, with a median price of 251 USD. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of 469 USD. Prices are generally lower from January to August.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $251

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $469

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Direct flights from Milwaukee to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Milwaukee to Detroit

Wed, Jul 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

$267

$513

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

$189

$449

One-way

Fri, Jul 3

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

$185

$449

One-way

Sat, Jul 4

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

American Airlines

$316

$439

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

Southwest Airlines

$311

$427

One-way

Wed, Jul 8

⌛ Last-Minute

MKE - Detroit

Milwaukee (MKE) - Detroit (DTW)

United Airlines

$295

$509

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 25 - Aug 26

$296 → $296

8 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 2

$273 → $274

13 nights

Aug 25 - Sep 7

$254 → $265

1 night

Sep 1 - Sep 2

$283 → $308

Popular Airports to fly from Milwaukee to Detroit

Milwaukee - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares for Milwaukee to Detroit are near the typical level of $469.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the cheapest prices

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $251.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 6h 48m

The typical flight duration for this route is 6 hours and 48 minutes with 2 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights for this route; all available deals include stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Connecting flights are common

Most deals for this route are connecting flights, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for this route appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Milwaukee main airports to depart from

General Mitchell International (MKE)

Cheapest

Fly from MKE to Detroit; it's the cheapest option for this route.

📍 ~15 km from Milwaukee city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$265

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a key arrival point for flights to the Detroit area.

📍 ~35 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$265

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International is a major international airport with high flight volume, offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~135 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International is a very close alternative to Detroit, offering easier parking and shorter security wait times.

📍 ~95 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$294

Windsor International (YQG)

Windsor International is geographically the closest airport to downtown Detroit and an excellent alternative for flights within Canada.

📍 ~10 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$784

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Gerald R. Ford International is a significant regional airport with diverse airline representation and premium class options.

📍 ~200 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$283

Capital Region International (LAN)

Capital Region International is a reasonable alternative for domestic regional connections, especially for Detroit's western suburbs.

📍 ~140 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$278

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Detroit

Detroit, United States

32% AI deal score

$993

From MKE

Elite

Jul 11

Detroit, United States

31% AI deal score

$953

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

To find potentially cheaper flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can also help you identify better deals. Looking into flights with layovers may sometimes offer lower fares than direct routes.

Booking flights in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares and booking when you see a good deal is usually a good strategy. Mid-week travel may also offer better rates.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes uncover more affordable flight options or different schedules. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. Always factor in the cost and convenience of transportation to and from alternative airports.

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