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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Miami (DTW-MIA)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Miami

Thu, 12 Nov - Sun, 15 Nov
Frontier Logo
6:41 a.m. - 3:25 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
8h 44m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
5:15 a.m. - 11:43 a.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 28m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 273Frontier
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Frontier Logo
6:30 a.m. - 2:18 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
7h 48m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
5:05 a.m. - 5:58 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
12h 53m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Orlando
C$ 283Frontier
Tue, 6 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
Delta Logo
9:10 a.m. - 12:12 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
3h 02mdirect
Delta Logo
6:30 p.m. - 9:41 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 11mdirect
C$ 286Delta
Tue, 6 Oct - Sat, 10 Oct
Delta Logo
9:10 a.m. - 12:12 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
3h 02mdirect
Delta Logo
6:30 p.m. - 9:41 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 11mdirect
C$ 314Delta
Sat, 14 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
American Airlines Logo
6:56 p.m. - 10:05 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
3h 09mdirect
American Airlines Logo
7:40 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 15mdirect
C$ 343American Airlines
Sat, 3 Oct - Wed, 7 Oct
American Airlines Logo
12:56 p.m. - 6:47 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
5h 51m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
7:45 p.m. - 10:59 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 14mdirect
C$ 368American Airlines
Tue, 6 Oct - Wed, 21 Oct
Southwest Logo
11:05 a.m. - 8:05 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
9h 00m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
12:05 p.m. - 9:45 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 40m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
C$ 375Southwest
Wed, 30 Sep - Wed, 7 Oct
Southwest Logo
5:35 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
9h 55m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Nashville Intl
Southwest Logo
6:45 a.m. - 3:10 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 25m2 stops Baltimore/Washington Chicago Midway
C$ 375Southwest
Sat, 20 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
United Airlines Logo
10:59 a.m. - 6:05 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
7h 06m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
9:00 a.m. - 3:29 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 29m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 410United Airlines
Thu, 26 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
United Airlines Logo
7:26 a.m. - 6:20 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MIA Miami
10h 54m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
United Airlines Logo
4:30 p.m. - 10:14 p.m.MIA  Miami-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 44m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
C$ 417United Airlines
Booking Insights

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

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

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami start at C$ 273. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 279 to C$ 561. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 273 on Frontier.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami and is 20% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami at C$ 317 round-trip.
  • June (C$ 552) and May (C$ 505) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 73% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami are cheapest 5 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Miami

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Harriet Baskas

Harriet Baskas

Expert on American Airlines

Harriet is an award-winning journalist who is happiest in an airport or an unusual museum. Her stories about airports, air travel, and the business of travel have appeared on NBC News, CNBC, USA TODAY, The Points Guy and other outlets. She is the creator of the StuckatTheAirport.com blog and the author of nine books. When not out on the road or exploring the latest airport amenities, she’s home in Seattle getting ready for the next adventure.

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta and MIA

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.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 131
Best time to beat the crowds (5% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 10% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami

When to book flights from Detroit to Miami

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami flights?

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

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • American Airlines: 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami?

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

    • Delta
    • American Airlines

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Miami (MIA).

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

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

    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • American Airlines: 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 268 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to C$ 408 for direct.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami?

    The Boeing 737-900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321 (sharklets) variants.

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

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 53% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • New York LaGuardia (LGA) – 8% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 31% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 323 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at C$ 468, a difference of C$ 145. 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami?

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami route, 12% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2 hours 27 minutes.

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

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami flights, with 50% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 25%, Evening flights for 25%, and Night flights for 0%.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Miami?

    Some of the most popular sights in Miami are Bayfront Park, Kaseya Center, and Bayside Marketplace. These are among the most viewed places in Miami on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 5:45 am and lands at 8:53 am
    • Latest: departs at 7:14 pm and lands at 10:22 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 08m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 10% above the route average of C$ 401. Book 5 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami takes 3h 08m, covering 2,972 km.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami 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$ 273 to C$ 2,415. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

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

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 187, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

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

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

    • American Airlines: 92% on time
    • Delta: 87% on time
    • Spirit Airlines: 84% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 88% of the time.

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

    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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 5h 21m, compared with 5h 26m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA) and 5h 28m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What car rental options are available at Miami Airport (MIA)?

    Miami Airport (MIA) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 1 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Boutique Rent a Car
    · Budget
    · Dollar
    · Alamo
    · Hertz

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

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami range from C$ 279 to C$ 561, with an average of C$ 401 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 279 counts as a good deal.

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

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

    • • Delta
    • • American Airlines
    • • 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami 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 Monday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Monday flights average C$ 323 – about C$ 145 less than Saturday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 5 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami trip for January. Fares historically average C$ 317 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 234 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, American Airlines is the strongest pick on this route. 92% of American Airlines flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 88%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 2 hours27 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 268 round-trip on this route – about C$ 140 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Miami Airport.
    - Embassy Suites by Hilton Miami International Airport
    - Hilton Miami Airport Blue Lagoon
    - Sheraton Miami Airport Hotel & Executive Meeting Center

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Miami?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Miami Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Miami

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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Direct returns

Miami to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Tuesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Wednesday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Thursday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Friday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Saturday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

Sunday

American Airlines,Delta

American Airlines,Delta

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