What percentage of Dallas to Detroit flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 33% of flights from Dallas to Detroit were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was 2. This means that a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop, with two stops being common for indirect journeys.

How long is the flight from Dallas to Detroit?

The typical direct flight from Dallas to Detroit has a median duration of 2 hours and 51 minutes. This covers a distance of 1586 kilometers. Flights with one stop, however, are considerably longer, with a median duration of 6 hours and 31 minutes. Travelers should account for the difference in travel time when choosing between direct and connecting options.

How often do Dallas to Detroit flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Dallas to Detroit route experience frequent drops. This indicates that travelers often have opportunities to find deals. Monitoring prices regularly can be beneficial for securing a lower fare. The frequent price fluctuations are observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Dallas to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Detroit

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Dallas to Detroit, the most affordable time to fly is typically March, with a median fare of just $82. Other cost-effective options include April, where the median fare is $99, and July, with a median fare of $150. Planning your trip during these months can lead to significant savings.

Fares for flights from Dallas to Detroit typically range from $176–$662, with a median price of $337. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, suggesting a favorable time to consider booking. Approximately 4% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals can be found with diligent searching.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, with only 33% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that are not direct, travelers can expect to make 2 stopovers. This means that while direct flights from Dallas to Detroit are available, connecting flights are more common.

A typical journey from Dallas to Detroit takes approximately 2h 51m for a direct flight. However, when including connecting itineraries, the median journey time extends to 7h 24m. This difference is important to consider when planning your travel, as connecting flights can significantly increase the total time spent in transit.

The distance between Dallas and Detroit is approximately 1586 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it is too far for short-haul travel but does not reach long-haul distances. This distance typically translates to a flight duration of a few hours, depending on whether the flight is direct or includes connections.

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Detroit

Regular price: $197 - $305

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

The regular price range for flights from Dallas to Detroit is typically between $197 and $305. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 2-Sep 19.

now $142

Low $197

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to DTT is April, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1110. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

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Flights from $99

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Flights from $1,110

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Direct flights from Dallas to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Dallas to Detroit

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

9 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 7

$625 → $325

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Dec 31 - Jan 5

$632 → $355

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Dec 6 - Dec 10

$644 → $369

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$571 → $330

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Popular Airports to fly from Dallas to Detroit

Dallas - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Dallas to Detroit are below the typical level, with prices around $142.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in April for the best prices

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Dallas to Detroit, with a median price of $99.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 51m

The typical direct flight from Dallas to Detroit takes 2 hours and 51 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

33% of recent flights are direct

About 33% of recent flights from Dallas to Detroit are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on the Dallas to Detroit route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Dallas to Detroit are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Dallas main airports to depart from

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Detroit.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$139

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International Airport (FNT) is a practical domestic alternative, especially for avoiding congestion at DTW.

📍 ~100 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$276

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the best prices for flights from Dallas to Detroit are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $164. Booking within 0-6 days of departure usually sees a significantly higher average price of $314. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches, with flights booked 7-13 days out averaging $692.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Dallas to Detroit is considered to be $176 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $337. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $176 threshold to secure a competitive fare. Prices can range, with 75% of fares being $662 or less in the trailing 90 days.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Dallas to Detroit are March, with a median price of $82, and April, with a median price of $99. July also shows a relatively low median price of $150. The annual median price for this route is $337, indicating that these months offer substantial savings compared to the yearly average.

Dallas to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Dallas to Detroit

How much is a round trip from Dallas to Detroit

Regular price: $197 - $305

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

The regular price range for flights from Dallas to Detroit is typically between $197 and $305. The current lowest deal is $142 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Sep 2-Sep 19.

now $142

Low $197

High $305

The cheapest time to fly from Dallas to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from DFW to DTT is April, with a median price of $99. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $1110. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $99

March

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Flights from $1,110

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