Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Washington (DCA)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Washington (DCA)

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Flight from Detroit to Washington route information
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Ronald Reagan Washington National
Return price
AU$304
Distance
647 km

Your quick guide to flights from Detroit to Washington

Pick up great flights from Detroit to Washington

With Expedia, you have your pick of 14 flights a day with 20 airlines covering flights from Detroit to Washington. Whether you’re on a business trip, a family holiday or a luxury break, just enter your travel dates, hit search then check out your choice of flights. Select from return, one way or multi-city flights, and use the advance search tool if you want a direct or refundable flight. You can narrow your search to show you just your preferred cabin class and airline, too. It’s all easy. You can book direct flights from Detroit to Washington that take around 1 hours.

Find cheap flights from Detroit to Washington

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$304 to AU$441, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from Detroit to Washington around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Washington is normally in March.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Metro Airport to DCA?
Based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year, round-trip journeys between Metro Airport and National Airport start from AU$304. Book today to get the best price for your journey. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from DTW to National Airport?
The majority of flights can be conveniently cancelled online, but whether you are charged a fee depends on your airline. If you do have to cancel your break, follow the easy instructions in the Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Metro Airport to DCA that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you’re searching for Metro Airport to National Airport flights, you’ll see a “no change fees” filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to DCA?
That new movie you’ve been desperate to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between DTW (DTW) and DCA (DCA) is only 650 kilometres. The captain will be telling you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from DTW to National Airport?
With 147 flights a month operating from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to National Airport, Delta Air Lines (DL) is a popular choice. You could also check out fares with American Airlines (AA). This carrier operates 86 monthly flights between Detroit and Arlington.
Are Detroit Metro Airport to National Airport flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Last-minute bookings from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to DCA can be hit-or-miss. You may be able to find a bargain, but then again, you could miss out altogether! If you’d rather start your travel planning early, Expedia compares flight deals up to a year in advance. Just keep in mind that not all airlines release their prices that far in advance. Our suggestion? Check back often as updates are made frequently.
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