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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 437
Typical prices: C$ 466-C$ 752
Southwest
Sun 7/1Fri 12/1
DTW - AUS • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
C$ 594
Typical prices: C$ 537-C$ 798
Delta
Mon 12/11Wed 14/11
DTW - AUS • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 3h 15m
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When to book
8 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 8 weeks in advance save around 45% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
September
Cheapest • 16% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Fort Lauderdale (FLL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 248 (round-trip)
Lambert-St Louis (STL)
Shortest trip • 4h 37m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Austin (DTW-AUS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Austin

Thu, 7 Jan - Tue, 12 Jan
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6:40 p.m. - 10:55 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:30 a.m. - 3:55 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
C$ 437Southwest
Tue, 10 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
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6:55 a.m. - 10:35 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
4h 40m1 stop Lambert-St Louis
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12:35 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Lambert-St Louis
C$ 437Southwest
Tue, 20 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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6:10 a.m. - 10:40 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
5h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
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2:15 p.m. - 10:35 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 20m2 stops Memphis Baltimore/Washington
C$ 437Southwest
Thu, 7 Jan - Mon, 11 Jan
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6:40 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
7h 20m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Dallas Love Field
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11:20 a.m. - 7:50 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 30m2 stops Dallas Love Field Lambert-St Louis
C$ 444Southwest
Wed, 14 Oct - Tue, 20 Oct
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6:46 p.m. - 9:57 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
16h 11m1 stop Orlando
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1:12 p.m. - 5:00 a.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 48m1 stop Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
C$ 464Frontier
Wed, 18 Nov - Fri, 20 Nov
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6:53 p.m. - 1:54 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
20h 01m2 stops Raleigh-Durham Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
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12:00 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 45m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
C$ 464Frontier
Thu, 11 Mar - Mon, 15 Mar
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10:08 a.m. - 8:22 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
11h 14m1 stop Orlando
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9:17 p.m. - 9:55 a.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 38m1 stop Orlando
C$ 468Frontier
Thu, 12 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Delta Logo
8:55 a.m. - 11:19 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 24mdirect
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8:05 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 55mdirect
C$ 594Delta
Mon, 9 Nov - Sat, 14 Nov
Delta Logo
8:55 a.m. - 11:19 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 24mdirect
Delta Logo
8:05 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 55mdirect
C$ 594Delta
Mon, 21 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
Delta Logo
7:48 p.m. - 10:07 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-AUS Austin Bergstrom
3h 19mdirect
Delta Logo
5:20 a.m. - 9:16 a.m.AUS  Austin Bergstrom-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 56mdirect
C$ 594Delta
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin 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 Austin with more confidence.

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

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin start at C$ 437. Prices are below average for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from C$ 466 to C$ 752. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 437 on Southwest.

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

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin and is 1% cheaper than the average day. Monday is the most expensive day with flight prices 20% 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 Austin?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin at C$ 481 round-trip.
•January (C$ 708) and March (C$ 687) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 47% 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 Austin the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin are cheapest 8 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 45% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

C$ 153
Best time to beat the crowds (1% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 7% lower on average.
Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin

When to book flights from Detroit to Austin

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Austin based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:40 am and lands at 11:55 am
    • Latest: departs at 8:10 pm and lands at 11:25 pm.

    The flight takes about 3h 15m.

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

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

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

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin takes 3h 15m, covering 2,974 km.

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

    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.

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

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin range from C$ 466 to C$ 752, with an average of C$ 570 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 466 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route – booked within 2 weeks of departure – run 38% above the route average of C$ 570. Book 8 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 248 round-trip via Fort Lauderdale (FLL), compared to C$ 630 for direct.

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

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 50–C$ 128 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 Austin?

    The Airbus A319 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A320-100/200 variants.

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

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

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin 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$ 437 to C$ 1,769. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

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

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 296, which is 19% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS)?

    Austin Bergstrom Airport (AUS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around C$ 19 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • Europcar
    • Hertz
    • Fox
    • Easirent
    • Thrifty

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

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Austin Bergstrom (AUS).

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

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

    • Denver Intl (DEN) – 29% of one-stop connections
    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 16% of one-stop connections
    • Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) – 11% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) – 11% of one-stop connections

    Denver Intl (DEN) 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 Austin?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 18% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 566 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at C$ 689, a difference of C$ 123. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

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

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Austin.

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

    Flying via Lambert-St Louis (STL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 37m, compared with 4h 41m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 4h 45m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Austin?

    Austin is 1 hour behind Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Central Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • Which popular places can I visit in Austin?

    Some of the most popular sights in Austin are University of Texas at Austin, Sixth Street, and Hilton Austin. These are among the most viewed places in Austin on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin 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 First Class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy Class 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.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Austin 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 Thursday departure instead of Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average C$ 566 – about C$ 123 less than Monday (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 8 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 45% 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 Austin trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 481 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 227 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Fort Lauderdale Airport (FLL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 248 round-trip on this route – about C$ 382 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 Austin Bergstrom Airport.
    - Hyatt Place Austin Airport
    - Microtel Inn and Suites by Wyndham Austin Airport
    - Hilton Austin Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Austin?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Austin Bergstrom

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Austin Bergstrom to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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