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Cheap Flights from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County

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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Detroit.313 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departs from Des Moines on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with United, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 313 €, select.
Detroit.328 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 22 Jun, returning Fri, 1 Aug.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Sun, 22 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 328 €, select.
Detroit.328 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 10 Jul, returning Thu, 17 Jul.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 10 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 17 Jul, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 328 €, select.
Detroit.328 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 8 May, returning Sat, 10 May.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Thu, 8 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 328 €, select.
Detroit.452 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Apr, returning Sun, 20 Apr.Return flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Des Moines on Wed, 16 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Southwest Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 20 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 452 €, select.
Detroit.475 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Apr, returning Sun, 27 Apr.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Des Moines on Wed, 23 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 27 Apr, arriving in Des Moines.Price includes taxes and charges.From 475 €, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in May.
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Direct flights from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County

Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Des Moines to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

Des Moines to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found313 €
Cheapest month to flyMay
Average flight time1 hr, 49 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week135

Finding cheap flights from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County is 313 €. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 49 minutes is the average flight time from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County.
Delta, Endeavor Air and WestJet fly direct from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County.
As of April 2025, there are 135 flights per week flying from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County.
The cheapest month to fly from Des Moines to Detroit Wayne County is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Des Moines Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Thursday, 8 May 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 49 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, United and Delta offer the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Travelling from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

  • The average time for a direct flight from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour 49 minutes. Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, making Detroit 1 hour ahead of Des Moines.

  • Choose from 29 weekly flights from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The 06:20 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest available between DSM and DTW. Delta Air Lines operates the last service of the day at 20:55 if early mornings aren't your thing.

  • If you're flying during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. A good rule is two hours ahead of domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Queues at check-in and security will be longer.

  • We make it a cinch to get a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight that has a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between DSM and DTW include:

    • O'Hare International Airport

    • Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

    • Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Des Moines International Airport (DSM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • The best price we've seen for a one-way ticket from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 105 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 313 €. Bear in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.

  • Book 9 months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to find cheap tickets from DSM to DTW.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Snapping up a cheap ticket from DSM to DTW is straightforward with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as the price has fallen.

  • Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about Des Moines International Airport (DSM)

  • Des Moines International Airport is about 10 kilometres from central Des Moines. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 14 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're taking public transport, expect the trip time to be around 43 minutes.

  • Taking an early flight from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by choosing one of these stays close to DSM:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

  • From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 27 minutes to get to the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour and 8 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

  • August is the busiest month for flights from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To skip the crowds, head to Detroit in February.

  • When reserving your flight from Des Moines International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from DSM to DTW in January. Average temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC then.

More about Detroit

  • Start your Detroit trip right by finding a wonderful place to stay. After booking your flight from DSM to DTW, explore our range of accommodation options including:

  • Every great holiday has to include a little sightseeing. Detroit Institute of Arts, Motown Museum and Michigan Central Station are must-have experiences during your Detroit visit.

Complete your Detroit trip with hotels and a car rental

  • You've booked a cheap ticket to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport — next up is finding a great place to stay, and maybe even a set of wheels. We've compared prices across hundreds of companies to bring you the best hotels and car rental deals in Detroit.

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