What percentage of Detroit to Dallas flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 25.2% of flights from Detroit to Dallas have been direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 2. Travelers seeking a non-stop journey should consider that roughly one-quarter of available flights are direct. The majority of flights on this route typically involve at least one connection.

How long is the flight from Detroit to Dallas?

The typical direct flight from Detroit to Dallas has a median duration of 2 hours and 58 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 8 hours and 5 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1586 kilometers. Travelers should account for these differences in duration when planning their journey.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for flights from Detroit to Dallas is recommended. Historically, deals on this route have been frequent, indicating that prices can fluctuate often. Over the trailing 30 days, this route has consistently shown a high availability of deals. An alert can help you monitor these changes and potentially secure a better fare.

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Detroit to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Dallas

When considering cheap flights from Detroit to Dallas, April stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $105. Other cost-effective options include October, where the median fare is $139, and August, with a median fare of $228. These months present the best opportunities for budget-conscious travelers.

Fares for flights from Detroit to Dallas typically range from $271 to $756, with a median price of $468. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding a low fare can be challenging. New deals appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

For this route, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 25.2% of recent fares being non-stop. If you fly a connecting itinerary, you can expect a typical journey to include 2 stopovers. This means that while direct flights from Detroit to Dallas are available, they represent a smaller portion of the overall options.

A typical journey from Detroit to Dallas takes approximately 2h 58m, including connections. For non-stop flights, the median duration is also 2h 58m. However, connecting flights can extend the travel time significantly, with a median duration of 17h 40m. When planning your trip, consider the impact of connections on your total travel time.

The distance between Detroit and Dallas is approximately 1586 kilometers. This classifies the route as a medium-haul flight, meaning it is too long for a short domestic hop but not long enough to be considered a long-haul international journey.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Dallas

Regular price: $173 - $273

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

Regular prices for flights from Detroit to Dallas typically range from $173 to $273. The current lowest deal is $139 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 26.

now $139

Low $173

High $273

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Dallas

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to DFW is April, with a median price of $109. The most expensive month is November, with a median price of $1186. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $109

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,186

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Direct flights from Detroit to Dallas

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Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Dallas

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

Detroit (DTW) - Dallas (DAL)

$671

$485

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

Detroit (DTW) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$272

$202

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

Detroit (DTW) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$224

$169

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Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

Detroit (DTW) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$248

$144

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

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Frontier Airlines

$224

$164

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Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Dallas

Detroit (DTW) - Dallas (DFW)

Frontier Airlines

$224

$176

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 7

$585 → $325

44%

5 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 29

$610 → $400

34%

14 nights

Dec 15 - Dec 29

$562 → $355

37%

4 nights

Dec 9 - Dec 13

$598 → $392

35%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Dallas

Detroit - Dallas route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level.

Recent fares from Detroit to Dallas are above the typical level at $139.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $109.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 58m.

Direct flights from Detroit to Dallas typically take 2h 58m. Connecting flights take 17h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

25.2% of recent fares are for direct flights.

Historically, 25.2% of recent fares from Detroit to Dallas are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights.

Frontier Airlines has offered direct flights from Detroit to Dallas.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route.

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

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a convenient option for flights from Detroit to Dallas.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Dallas main airports to arrive at

Dallas/Fort Worth International (DFW)

Cheapest

Dallas/Fort Worth International is a key arrival airport for flights from Detroit to Dallas.

📍 ~26 km from Dallas (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Dallas used as alternative

Austin–Bergstrom International (AUS)

Austin–Bergstrom International is a reliable alternative for central Texas travel with high flight frequency.

📍 ~290 km from Dallas (approximately 3-hour drive)

💸 Flights from ~$144

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dallas

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Detroit to Dallas has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $142. Prices tend to be higher outside this window, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $235, and those booked 14-27 days out averaging $560. Planning your purchase within this sweet spot can lead to significant savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Detroit to Dallas has been $271 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $468. Prices can vary, with 75% of deals observed at $756 or less. Aiming for a price at or below the $271 threshold typically indicates a favorable deal.

Historically, April has been the most affordable month to fly from Detroit to Dallas, with a median price of $105. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $139. While August had a median price of $228, it was also the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days. The annual median price for this route is $468, so flying in April or October can offer substantial savings.

Detroit to Dallas: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Dallas

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Dallas

Regular price: $173 - $273

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

Regular prices for flights from Detroit to Dallas typically range from $173 to $273. The current lowest deal is $139 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 18-Aug 26.

now $139

Low $173

High $273

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Dallas

April

Cheapest

Flights from $109

November

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,186

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