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Washington D.C..RM256 per passenger.Departing Sat, 29 Mar, returning Wed, 2 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 29 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 2 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM256, select.
Washington D.C..RM278 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Apr, returning Mon, 14 Apr.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 12 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 14 Apr, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM278, select.
Washington D.C..RM300 per passenger.Departing Fri, 9 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 9 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM300, select.
Washington D.C..RM300 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Mar, returning Wed, 26 Mar.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 24 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 26 Mar, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM300, select.
Washington D.C..RM347 per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 May, returning Wed, 4 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 28 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Wed, 4 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM347, select.
Washington D.C..RM372 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Apr, returning Sat, 3 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 26 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Sat, 3 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM372, select.
Washington D.C..RM418 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Jun, returning Mon, 9 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 6 Jun, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Baltimore Washington International on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM418, select.
Washington D.C..RM796 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Sep, returning Sat, 4 Oct.Return flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 30 Sep, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Inbound direct flight with Delta departs from Washington Ronald Reagan on Sat, 4 Oct, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From RM796, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C. flights are currently cheapest in April.
Mar
from RM300
Apr
from RM278
May
from RM300
Jun
from RM418
Jul
from RM805
Aug
from RM818
Sep
from RM840
Oct
from RM834
Nov
from RM1,115
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Jan
from RM840
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Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.

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Detroit to Washington D.C.: Flight information

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Cheapest flight foundRM256
Cheapest month to flyMarch
Average flight time1 hr, 32 mins
Most popular airlineWestJet
Average flights per week470

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.: Frequently asked questions

There are 5 airports in Washington D.C.: Washington Ronald Reagan, Camp Springs Andrews AFB, Washington Dulles, Baltimore Washington International, and Manassas.
The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C. is RM256. 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 32 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C..
WestJet, Delta and KLM fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C..
As of March 2025, there are 946 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C..
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C. is usually March 2025.
If you're flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport, the cheapest airport near Washington D.C. is Baltimore Washington International – which is 43.6 km away from the centre of Washington D.C.. We've found flights into this airport from RM256.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Washington D.C. on Saturday, 29 March 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 32 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 Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C. is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In March, the average temperature is usually around 6°C. July is typically the warmest month in Washington D.C., when it usually averages around 31°C. You can expect the least rain in February. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging -4°C. The rainiest month is September.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Washington D.C..

Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Washington DC: what you need to know

  • Approximately 1 hour 44 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC.

  • Washington DC's timezone is UTC-4, which is the same as Detroit (the location of Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport).

  • With 385 flights a week between the two airports, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) is the most popular route. American Airlines operates the earliest flight at 05:42. If you're eager to get more out of your day before you fly, the last flight from DTW to DCA is with Delta at 21:40.

  • To ensure you get on your flight from DTW to Washington DC, leave enough time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.

  • Peak months like August or holiday times such as summer and spring break will mean bigger lines at check-in and security. If you're travelling then, play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is wise.

  • Reserve a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC and skip the connections. DTW offers nonstop services to these Washington DC airports:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • These are some of the most well-known airlines offering direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC:

  • For a domestic flight within United States, you don't need a visa or even a passport. However, you'll have to present another kind of identification, such as an ID card or driver's licence. Once you've booked cheap tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC, make sure your ID is up to date.

  • Travelling from central Detroit to DTW takes approximately 1 hour and 8 minutes by public transport. If you ride-share, drive or get a cab, you'll cover the 32 kilometres in 27 minutes or so, depending on traffic.

  • Want a convenient hotel close to DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Washington DC

  • RM128 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. Return flights start from RM256. These prices can change depending on availability and demand.

  • To snag cheap tickets from DTW to Washington DC, reserve your trip 9 months ahead of your departure.

  • May is the cheapest month for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will give you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Log into your online account or use the app to set up a Price Alert. We'll get in touch right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you from looking for cheap tickets from DTW to Washington DC every day.

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Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is approximately 8 kilometres. It'll take you around 16 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport will take you roughly 43 minutes.

  • Consider staying in a hotel near DCA if you have a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • July is the busiest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. To skip the crowds, visit Washington DC in May when it's quieter.

  • Lock in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from DTW to Washington DC in January if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -6ºC and 10ºC on average.

More about Washington DC

  • Start your Washington DC trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC, browse our selection of hotels including:

  • Every great journey has to include a little sightseeing. White House Historical Association, The White House and National Mall are must-visits when exploring Washington DC.

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