What percentage of Denver to Detroit flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 29.1% of flights from Denver to Detroit have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 connections. This suggests that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop.

How long is the flight from Denver to Detroit?

A direct flight from Denver to Detroit typically takes around 2 hours and 55 minutes, with a median duration of 175 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases considerably to 8 hours and 53 minutes, or 533 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1802 kilometers.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Denver to Detroit is advisable. Historically, deals on this route have been frequent across the trailing 30 days. This indicates that prices can fluctuate, and an alert can help you capture a favorable fare when it becomes available.

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Denver to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Detroit

A typical journey from Denver to Detroit, including connections, takes about 2h 55m. While some flights are direct, most itineraries involve at least one stopover. For connecting flights, the median journey time extends significantly to 16h 0m, indicating that connecting routes can vary widely in duration. This journey covers a distance of 1802 km, classifying it as a medium-haul route.

If you are looking for cheap flights from Denver to Detroit, right now, fares are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $188–$540, with a median of $308. Currently, about 17% of recent fares are considered a good price, suggesting that favorable deals are available but not overwhelmingly common.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Denver to Detroit? Based on recent data, the cheapest months to fly are May, with a median fare of $118, followed by August at $127, and November at $139. These months offer significantly lower median prices compared to the overall typical fare, providing opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

For flights from Denver to Detroit, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 29.1% of recent fares being non-stop. For those itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you will likely encounter one or more stops on your journey, so factoring in connection times is important when planning your trip.

How much is a round trip from Denver to Detroit

Regular price: $97 - $272

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

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Detroit is typically between $97 and $272. The current lowest deal is $54 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 9.

now $54

Low $97

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Denver to Detroit is November, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $544. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

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Flights from $129

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Most Expensive

Flights from $544

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Direct flights from Denver to Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Denver to Detroit

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

DEN - Detroit

Denver (DEN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$412

$347

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

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DEN - Detroit

Denver (DEN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$413

$367

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$402

$367

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Frontier Airlines

$405

$378

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Tue, Sep 15

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Frontier Airlines

$413

$360

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Fri, Sep 18

⌛ Last-Minute

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Frontier Airlines

$395

$356

One-way

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

1 night

Oct 29 - Oct 30

$218 → $109

50%

3 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 15

$226 → $139

38%

4 nights

Oct 27 - Oct 31

$125 → $44

65%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

$122 → $44

64%

Popular Airports to fly from Denver to Detroit

Denver - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Denver to Detroit are below the typical level at $308.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May offers the lowest median prices at $118 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 55m

Direct flights from Denver to Detroit typically take 2h 55m, connecting flights take 16h 0m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are more common

Connecting flights make up 70.9% of recent routes, with a median of 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals on flights from Denver to Detroit appear frequently, about every 30 days.

Denver main airports to depart from

Denver International (DEN)

Cheapest

Denver International Airport is a great option for flights from Denver to Detroit.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$87

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a convenient arrival airport for flights from Denver to Detroit.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$87

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International (FNT) is a practical domestic alternative, often used to avoid congestion at Detroit Metropolitan.

📍 ~90 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$189

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Detroit

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Denver to Detroit is typically 28-59 days before departure. During this period, the average price is around $263. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees prices rise significantly, averaging $747. Even 7-13 days out, the average price is $628, indicating that planning ahead can lead to substantial savings.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Denver to Detroit is typically $188 or less. The median price for this route has been $308. Prices can go up to $540 or more for the higher end of the market, so finding a deal below the median is generally considered a good value.

Historically, May has been the cheapest month to fly from Denver to Detroit, with a median price of $118. August and November also offer competitive prices, with median fares of $127 and $139 respectively. The annual median price for this route is $308, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Denver to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Denver to Detroit

How much is a round trip from Denver to Detroit

Regular price: $97 - $272

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

The regular price range for flights from Denver to Detroit is typically between $97 and $272. The current lowest deal is $54 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Nov 7-Nov 9.

now $54

Low $97

High $272

The cheapest time to fly from Denver to Detroit

November

Cheapest

Flights from $129

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $544

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