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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 211
Typical prices: C$ 144-C$ 334
Frontier
Sat 22/9Sat 29/9
ATL - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 218
Typical prices: C$ 141-C$ 329
Frontier
Sat 22/9Sat 29/9
ATL - DTW • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta and Frontier. Average duration is 1h 59m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 10 weeks in advance save around 49% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 25% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg C$ 396 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 26m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Atlanta to Detroit (ATL-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Atlanta to Detroit

Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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6:00 a.m. - 8:07 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 07m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:25 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 05mdirect
C$ 211Frontier
Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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10:05 a.m. - 12:05 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 00mdirect
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7:00 a.m. - 9:03 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 03mdirect
C$ 218Frontier
Sat, 5 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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8:18 p.m. - 10:20 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 02mdirect
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5:20 a.m. - 7:23 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 03mdirect
C$ 219Delta
Thu, 15 Oct - Mon, 19 Oct
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11:00 p.m. - 12:58 a.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 58mdirect
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7:50 p.m. - 9:54 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
2h 04mdirect
C$ 221Delta
Thu, 10 Dec - Thu, 17 Dec
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8:05 a.m. - 3:15 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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6:50 a.m. - 12:50 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 00m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
C$ 247Southwest
Fri, 23 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
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1:05 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 40m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
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5:35 p.m. - 11:25 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
5h 50m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
C$ 254Southwest
Fri, 30 Oct - Mon, 2 Nov
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1:40 p.m. - 11:05 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 25m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
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5:00 a.m. - 12:25 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
C$ 261Southwest
Fri, 9 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct
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1:40 p.m. - 10:25 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 45m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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11:05 a.m. - 6:10 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
7h 05m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
C$ 262Southwest
Tue, 22 Sep - Tue, 29 Sep
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7:20 a.m. - 11:27 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 07m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:37 a.m. - 4:41 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
6h 04m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 268Frontier
Fri, 13 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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7:00 a.m. - 5:15 p.m.ATL  Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 15m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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8:50 a.m. - 4:55 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ATL Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
8h 05m2 stops Chicago Midway Lambert-St Louis
C$ 269Southwest
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport start at C$ 211. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 144 to C$ 334. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 211 on Frontier.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and is 13% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 49% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

  • September is the cheapest month to fly from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at C$ 160 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 281) and November (C$ 263) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 75% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 10 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 49% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Atlanta to Detroit

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Frontier and Delta

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

Blane Bachelor

Blane Bachelor

Expert on ATL

Blane Bachelor is a journalist and editor specializing in travel and aviation who writes regularly for top global outlets. Born and raised in Florida, Blane has worked and lived in four countries, including the Netherlands, where she’s currently based with her family. Her favorite way to get to know a new destination is by running or riding a bike around town – or hearing a spooky ghost story about local history. She will always choose the window seat.

Key details for Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 95
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Atlanta to Detroit

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Your Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines are available on the route from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Atlanta and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • JetBlue: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so travellers should check the fare details before booking.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, direct flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Direct fares average C$ 209 round-trip, compared to C$ 396 via a layover through Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 48–C$ 138 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A321-100/200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321neo variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 36% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 27% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Orlando (MCO) – 9% of one-stop connections

    Baltimore/Washington (BWI) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 42% on the Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 188 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 320, a difference of C$ 132. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 16% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 4 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 39% leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 23%, Night flights for 23%, and Afternoon flights for 15%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Comerica Park, Little Caesars Arena, and Ford Field. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:00 am and lands at 7:59 am
    • Latest: departs at 11:14 pm and lands at 1:13 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 59m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 31% above the route average of C$ 214. Book 10 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long does a flight from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport take?

    A direct flight from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 59m, covering 1,542 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about C$ 211 to C$ 1,779. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 151, which is 10% below the typical average for this route.

  • How does Delta's on-time performance compare to other airlines on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Spirit Airlines has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are:

    • Delta: 85% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 84% on time
    • Frontier: 76% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 84% of the time.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 26m, compared with 6h 13m via Orlando (MCO) and 6h 22m via Baltimore/Washington (BWI).

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 43 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Hertz
    · Dollar
    · Budget
    · Thrifty
    · Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from C$ 144 to C$ 334, with an average of C$ 214 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 144 counts as a good deal.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • • Delta
    • • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

Your guide to booking Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Wednesday flights average C$ 188 – about C$ 132 less than Sunday (41% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 10 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 49% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 160 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 121 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, Delta is the strongest pick on this route. 85% of Delta flights from Atlanta to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 84%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours4 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
    - The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Atlanta to Detroit?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,Frontier

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Tuesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Thursday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Friday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

Monday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Thursday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Friday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Saturday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

Sunday

Delta,Frontier

Delta,Frontier

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