Are there direct flights from Atlanta to Detroit?

Yes, direct flights are available from Atlanta to Detroit. In the trailing 90 days, approximately 39% of flights on this route were direct. For flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers have options for both direct and connecting itineraries.

What's the flight time from Atlanta to Detroit?

The typical direct flight time from Atlanta to Detroit is 2 hours and 4 minutes, which corresponds to a median of 124 minutes. The distance covered on this route is 958 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median flight duration is considerably longer, averaging 10 hours and 39 minutes, or 639 minutes.

Should I set a price alert for Atlanta to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights from Atlanta to Detroit are frequently discounted. This route is classified as one with frequent price changes, based on data from the trailing 30 days. Setting a price alert can help travelers monitor fluctuations and potentially secure a more favorable deal.

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Atlanta to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Detroit

Right now, fares for flights from Atlanta to Detroit are typically priced between $101–$567, with a median of $258. Currently, prices are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 28% of recent fares from Atlanta to Detroit were classified as a good price, indicating a notable portion of opportunities for savings.

When considering cheap flights from Atlanta to Detroit, the data shows that May is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $63. Following closely, April also presents competitive pricing, with a median of $66. Additionally, March offers attractive fares, with a median of $75.

A typical journey from Atlanta to Detroit covers a distance of 958 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick trip.

The typical journey time for flights from Atlanta to Detroit is approximately 2h 4m. However, given that most itineraries connect at least once, with a median of 2 stopovers for connecting flights, your total travel time may be longer than the direct flight duration. Only 39% of recent fares were for direct flights from Atlanta to Detroit.

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Detroit

Regular price: $95 - $219

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

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Detroit is typically between $95 and $219. The current lowest deal is $73 with Frontier Airlines for travel from August 27 to August 29.

now $73

Low $95

High $219

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Detroit is September, with a median price of $85. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $337. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $85

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $337

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Direct flights from Atlanta to Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Atlanta to Detroit

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$152

$89

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$136

$84

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$138

$87

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$102

$76

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

$252

$166

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

ATL - Detroit

Atlanta (ATL) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$135

$73

One-way

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

4 nights

Nov 14 - Nov 18

$254 → $151

41%

6 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 23

$228 → $129

44%

7 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 24

$228 → $129

43%

1 night

Aug 18 - Aug 19

$247 → $151

39%

Popular Airports to fly from Atlanta to Detroit

Atlanta - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for the ATL to DTT route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September offers the lowest median prices at $85 for flights from Atlanta to Detroit.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 4m

The median flight time for a direct flight from Atlanta to Detroit is 2h 4m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 61% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is among the carriers providing direct flight options on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Atlanta to Detroit are frequently available, historically.

Atlanta main airports to depart from

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International (ATL)

Cheapest

Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport is a great option for flights from Atlanta to Detroit.

📍 ~13 km from Atlanta (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$66

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$66

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Flint (FNT) is a practical domestic alternative for its ease of access to Detroit.

📍 ~100 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$262

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Detroit

74% AI deal score

$1,227

$567

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, booking flights from Atlanta to Detroit 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for flights booked within this window was around $255. In contrast, booking 7-13 days out saw average prices climb to $312, and flights booked 0-6 days before departure averaged $846. Planning ahead by at least 28-59 days also offered a more favorable average price of $258.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Atlanta to Detroit is considered to be $101 or less. The median price for this route during that period was $258. Prices can vary, with 75% of flights historically costing $567 or less.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month for flights from Atlanta to Detroit, with a median price of $63. April also offered low prices, with a median of $66. March had a median price of $75, making it one of the more affordable months as well. These prices are significantly lower than the annual median price of $258 for this route.

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Atlanta to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Atlanta to Detroit

A typical journey from Atlanta to Detroit covers a distance of 958 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick trip.

How much is a round trip from Atlanta to Detroit

Regular price: $95 - $219

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

The regular price range for flights from Atlanta to Detroit is typically between $95 and $219. The current lowest deal is $73 with Frontier Airlines for travel from August 27 to August 29.

now $73

Low $95

High $219

The cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Detroit

September

Cheapest

Flights from $85

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $337

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec