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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Washington D.C..Rs11,500 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs11,500, select.
Washington D.C..Rs13,153 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs13,153, select.
Washington D.C..Rs15,672 per passenger.Departing Fri, 6 Mar.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Fri, 6 Mar, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs15,672, select.
Washington D.C..Rs17,923 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Feb.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 9 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs17,923, select.
Washington D.C..Rs18,200 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Apr.One-way flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs18,200, select.
Washington D.C..Rs22,506 per passenger.Departing Wed, 18 Feb.One-way flight with Southwest Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Southwest Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 18 Feb, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs22,506, select.
Washington D.C..Rs40,795 per passenger.Departing Sat, 23 May.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 23 May, arriving in Baltimore Washington International.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,795, select.
Washington D.C..Rs40,824 per passenger.Departing Thu, 4 Jun.One-way flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departs from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, 4 Jun, arriving in Washington Ronald Reagan.Price includes taxes and charges.From Rs40,824, 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 December.
Dec
from Rs11,500
Jan
from Rs13,153
Feb
from Rs17,923
Mar
from Rs15,672
Apr
from Rs18,200
May
from Rs40,795
Jun
from Rs40,824
Jul
from Rs40,824
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Direct flights from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.

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Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C.? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Detroit to Washington D.C.: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight foundRs11,500
Cheapest month to flyDecember
Average flight time1 hr, 36 mins
Most popular airlineDelta
Average flights per week467

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 Rs22,385. 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 35 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C..
Delta, WestJet and American Airlines fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Washington D.C..
As of December 2025, there are 467 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 December.
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 Rs22,385.
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 Wednesday, 24 December 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 35 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 December, the average temperature is usually around 2°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..

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

  • Hop on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 40 minutes.

  • Washington DC and Detroit (where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located) are both in the UTC-4 timezone. This means you won't need to account for any time differences.

  • The most popular route is from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA). Choose from 55 weekly services between these two airports. If you want to get going as soon as possible, the earliest flight from DTW to DCA is the 05:54 American Airlines service. If you prefer to travel later, the last departure is at 21:45 with Delta Air Lines.

  • Allow plenty of time to make your DTW to Washington DC flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.

  • Longer lines at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself some extra breathing room. A good rule of thumb for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.

  • You can travel nonstop from DTW to Washington DC. Take your pick of these arrival points when searching for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC ticket:

    • Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

    • Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

    • Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • A range of airlines offer direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. The most popular include:

  • Located around 29 kilometres from central Detroit, DTW can be reached in about 25 minutes by car, depending on traffic. Travelling on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • In search of a hotel near DTW? If you've booked an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:

  • Of all flights departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 75.1% land on time at their destination.

  • You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.

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

  • Rs11,500 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC flight. A return flight ticket right now is Rs22,385. Depending on when you book and the availability, these fares could change.

  • Score cheap flights from DTW to Washington DC by booking one month ahead. According to our research, that's the best time for finding a bargain.

  • The best month for scoring cheap Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC tickets is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare all available prices, then choose the dates that offer the biggest savings.

  • Finding a cheap flight from DTW to Washington DC couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic notifications and we'll get in touch as soon as a cheaper option becomes available.

  • Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort results by 'Best,' 'Cheapest' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC.

Airports in Washington DC

Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA)

  • The distance from Ronald Reagan National Airport (DCA) to central Washington DC is roughly 8 kilometres. It'll take you about 15 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • Travelling on public transport typically takes 45 minutes.

  • If you're coming in on a late flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Pick up your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing soon after at one of these hotels near DCA:

  • Pick up a Ronald Reagan National Airport rental car and discover Washington DC and beyond with your own set of wheels. Thrifty, Sixt and Dollar are leading providers you can book with here.

  • Secure the lowest price by booking your ride from Ronald Reagan National Airport around four weeks before your flight from DTW to Washington DC.

  • DCA is located at 1 Aviation Circle.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

  • The centre of Washington DC is located around 56 kilometres from Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD). Once your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC has landed and you've made your way through the terminal, the drive should be around 50 minutes.

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 10 minutes or so.

  • You'll find some comfortable places to call home for the night near IAD. Kick back and get cosy after your DTW to Washington DC flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • The quickest way to get to where you're going is with a Washington Dulles International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Dollar, Thrifty or Sixt and hit the road in a heartbeat.

  • Secure your first choice, not your last resort. Booking your ride from IAD one week ahead of time often means lower prices and a wider range of vehicles.

  • Washington Dulles International Airport can be found at 1 Saarinen Circle.

Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI)

  • Hop off your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC and head for your hotel or jump right into exploring. The centre of Washington DC is around 48 kilometres from Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport (BWI) and typically takes 50 minutes to reach by car.

  • If you travel by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • If you don't want to travel to the centre, choose a hotel close to BWI. Check in to one of these options after your DTW to Washington DC flight:

  • Start your trip without stressing over how to get to where you're going with a Baltimore/Wash International Thurgood Marshall Airport rental car. Find your perfect set of wheels with reliable names here like Dollar, Thrifty and Budget.

  • Around two weeks ahead of your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC is the ideal time to secure your ride from BWI. You're likely to find a better rate or pick up some early bird promotions.

Best time to go to Washington DC

  • Carefully consider your dates before locking in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC. The city comes alive during peak season, but rates are often higher and top attractions can get busy. Visit Washington DC in low season if you like a quieter vibe.

  • Book a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington DC flight ticket with a departure in July if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 19ºC to 33ºC.

  • January has average temperatures of between -6ºC and 10ºC. Look for a cheap ticket from DTW to Washington DC around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.

More about Washington DC

Explore more of United States

  • New York is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Washington DC. Around 322 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Statue of Liberty, Central Park and Empire State Building.

  • If there's time to check out another well-known destination in United States, consider Philadelphia, roughly 193 kilometres north-east of Washington DC. Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and Philadelphia Museum of Art are among its highlights.

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