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Today’s best flight deals from Seattle to Detroit

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Seattle to Detroit

October 12 - October 20

Cheapest
Best

SEA - Detroit

$277

$210

Round trip

October 12 - October 21

SEA - Detroit

$275

$243

Round trip

October 12 - October 14

SEA - Detroit

$288

$243

Round trip

October 12 - October 17

SEA - Detroit

$285

$243

Round trip

October 12 - October 24

SEA - Detroit

$262

$243

Round trip

July 14 - July 18

SEA - Detroit

$273

$244

Round trip

August 15 - August 25

SEA - Detroit

$330

$245

Round trip

September 2 - September 8

SEA - Detroit

$275

$245

Round trip

July 13 - July 18

Earliest

SEA - Detroit

$267

$249

Round trip

September 14 - September 19

SEA - Detroit

$288

$249

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Seattle to Detroit

Only 2% of recent fares from Seattle to Detroit were classified as a good price. Right now, fares to Detroit are above the typical level, with prices typically ranging from $329–$398 and a median of $387. New deals appear almost daily for this route, suggesting opportunities for savings can emerge frequently.
When considering cheap flights from Seattle to Detroit, the data shows that October and March are typically the most affordable months to fly, both with a median fare of $224. January also presents a more budget-friendly option, with a median fare of $279. These months offer significantly lower prices compared to the overall median for the route.
A typical journey from Seattle to Detroit takes about 9h 18m, including connections. This is a medium-haul route, covering a distance of 3093 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, you can expect a relatively straightforward travel experience.
For direct flights from Seattle to Detroit, 74.3% of recent fares were non-stop. This means that almost all itineraries are non-stop, offering a more convenient travel option. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How much is a round trip from Seattle to Detroit

Regular price: $235 - $332

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Seattle to Detroit is typically between $235 and $332. The current lowest deal is $210 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Oct 12 to Oct 20.

now $210

Low $235

High $332

The cheapest time to fly from Seattle to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Seattle to Detroit is March, with a median price of $224. The most expensive month is August, with a median price of $446. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

March

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Flights from $224

August

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Flights from $446

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Direct flights from Seattle to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Seattle to Detroit

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$296

$261

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$266

$286

One-way

Thu, Jul 2

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$259

$291

One-way

Mon, Jul 6

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

JetBlue Airways

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

JetBlue Airways

$272

$311

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$272

$280

One-way

Tue, Jul 7

⌛ Last-Minute

SEA - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Seattle (SEA) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$267

$283

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 17

$367  →  $254

31%

1 night

Aug 21 - Aug 22

$371  →  $279

25%

10 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 25

$330  →  $245

26%

7 nights

Aug 23 - Aug 30

$354  →  $282

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Seattle to Detroit

Seattle - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Seattle to Detroit are below the typical level, with a median price of $277.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March or October for the best prices.

Historically, March and October offer the lowest median prices at $224 for flights from Seattle to Detroit.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 9h 18m.

The median flight duration from Seattle to Detroit is 9 hours and 18 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are frequent.

74.3% of recent deals are for direct flights, indicating frequent availability for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers a recent deal.

A recent deal for $210 from Seattle to Detroit was found on Frontier Airlines via kiwi.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently.

Historically, deals for flights from Seattle to Detroit appear frequently, averaging 1.03 deals per day.

Seattle main airports to depart from

Seattle–Tacoma International (SEA)

Cheapest

Seattle–Tacoma International Airport is a good option for flights from Seattle to Detroit.

📍 ~20 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Boeing Field (BFI)

Boeing Field is an alternative departure airport for flights from Seattle to Detroit.

📍 ~10 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$853

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base (LKE)

Kenmore Air Harbor Seaplane Base is an alternative departure option for flights from Seattle to Detroit.

📍 ~5 km from Seattle (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$244

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Seattle to Detroit.

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

💸 Flights from ~$210

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International is a major alternative, offering high flight volume and a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~140 km from Detroit (approximately 2.5 hours driving, subject to interstate traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$213

Bishop International (FNT)

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

📍 ~90 km from Detroit

💸 Flights from ~$292

Windsor International (YQG)

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

📍 ~5 km from Detroit (requires international border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$462

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

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

📍 ~200 km from Detroit (driving distance exceeds 2 hours)

💸 Flights from ~$257

Capital Region International (LAN)

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

📍 ~130 km from Detroit

💸 Flights from ~$279

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Seattle to Detroit is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $316. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally sees a higher average price of $411. Conversely, booking more than 60 days out also tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $452.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Seattle to Detroit is considered to be $329 or less. The median price for this route was $387. Prices can vary, with 75% of observed flights costing $398 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices around the $329 mark.

Historically, October and March have been the cheapest months for flights from Seattle to Detroit, both showing a median price of $224. January also offered more economical fares compared to the annual median, with a median price of $279. The annual median price for this route was $387, indicating significant savings are possible during these specific months.