Are direct flights from Detroit to St. Paul always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience and save time, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with layovers can sometimes be more affordable, depending on the route and airline. Consider your priorities for cost versus travel time when making your choice.

Can flexible travel dates help on Detroit to St. Paul flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Shifting your departure or return by a few days, especially to travel on weekdays, may reveal cheaper fares. Tools that show prices across a month can be very useful for this.

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Today’s best flight deals from Detroit to St. Paul

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Detroit to St. Paul

2026-08-07 – 2026-08-30
DTT - St. Paul
66% AI deal score
$995
$1,868
Round trip
2026-08-07 – 2026-09-03
DTT - St. Paul
66% AI deal score
$985
$1,898
Round trip
2026-08-07 – 2026-08-27
DTT - St. Paul
66% AI deal score
$995
$1,911
Round trip
2026-08-30 – 2026-09-03
DTT - St. Paul
66% AI deal score
$1,110
$1,929
Round trip
2026-09-13 – 2026-10-13
DTT - St. Paul
67% AI deal score
$911
$1,932
Round trip
2026-08-08 – 2026-08-30
DTT - St. Paul
65% AI deal score
$995
$1,950
Round trip
2026-08-09 – 2026-09-03
DTT - St. Paul
66% AI deal score
$984
$1,964
Round trip
2026-09-22 – 2026-10-13
DTT - St. Paul
67% AI deal score
$926
$1,965
Round trip
2026-09-29 – 2026-10-13
DTT - St. Paul
67% AI deal score
$939
$1,965
Round trip
2026-09-29 – 2026-10-22
DTT - St. Paul
67% AI deal score
$926
$1,965
Round trip

Detroit to St. Paul: Overview

How much is a round trip from Detroit to St. Paul

Regular price: $823 - $1,615

Prices for flights from Detroit to St. Paul are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $823 and $1615. The current lowest deal is $1785 with Sun Country Airlines for travel from Aug 14-Sep 3.

now $1,785

Low $823

High $1,615

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to St. Paul

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to SNP is August, with a median price of $1803. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2085. Prices are generally lower from July to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $1,803

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,085

Jun

Jul

Aug

Direct flights from Detroit to St. Paul

Ocean Airlines

WestJet

Air Canada

Sun Country Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to St. Paul

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Ocean Airlines

$1,223

$1,968

One-way

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Ocean Airlines

$1,217

$2,001

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Ocean Airlines

$1,193

$1,968

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

Frontier Airlines, Sun Country Airlines, Ocean Airlines

$1,173

$2,001

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

WestJet, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Ocean Airlines

$1,241

$3,532

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - St. Paul

Detroit (DTW) - St. Paul (SNP)

WestJet, Alaska Airlines, Inc., Ocean Airlines

$1,254

$3,644

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Detroit to St. Paul

4 nights

Aug 30 - Sep 3

$1,119 → $1,803

61%

5 nights

Aug 15 - Aug 20

$1,134 → $1,844

63%

6 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 20

$1,101 → $1,832

66%

22 nights

Jul 29 - Aug 20

$1,223 → $1,968

61%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to St. Paul

Detroit - St. Paul route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to St. Paul are above the typical level at $1785.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically cheapest

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to St. Paul, at $1803.

⏱️ Flight duration

Long-haul route

The route from Detroit to St. Paul is a long-haul flight, covering 6015 km.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Ocean Airlines offers 40 deals

Ocean Airlines historically offers the most deals on this route, with 40 direct deals.

🏆 Airline highlight

Sun Country Airlines offers a deal for $1785

Sun Country Airlines recently offered a deal for $1785 from August 14 to September 3.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals on flights from Detroit to St. Paul are rare, appearing within a 30-day window.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a good option for flights from Detroit to St. Paul, offering competitive prices.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1803

St. Paul main airports to arrive at

St. Paul Island (SNP)

Cheapest

St. Paul Island Airport is a good option for reaching St. Paul directly.

📍 ~5 km from St. Paul (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1803

Airports nearby St. Paul used as alternative

Unalaska (DUT)

Unalaska (DUT) is the closest geographic alternative to St. Paul Island and a major commercial hub.

📍 ~110 km from St. Paul (SNP) (reachable by air travel only)

💸 Flights from ~$2,407

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to St. Paul

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Using flight comparison sites can help you compare prices from various airlines and online travel agencies. Often, setting price alerts can notify you when fares drop for your desired route.

Booking in advance can often secure better prices, especially for popular routes. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over a few weeks may help you identify a good booking window. Mid-week travel days sometimes offer more competitive rates.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel time, the savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience when considering this option.

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Detroit to St. Paul: Overview

How much is a round trip from Detroit to St. Paul

Regular price: $823 - $1,615

Prices for flights from Detroit to St. Paul are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $823 and $1615. The current lowest deal is $1785 with Sun Country Airlines for travel from Aug 14-Sep 3.

now $1,785

Low $823

High $1,615

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to St. Paul

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to SNP is August, with a median price of $1803. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $2085. Prices are generally lower from July to August.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $1,803

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $2,085

Jun

Jul

Aug