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Cheapest round-trip
C$ 220
Typical prices: C$ 327-C$ 511
Delta
Tue 18/12Sat 29/12
DTW - IAD • Direct
Cheapest one-way flights
C$ 285
Typical prices: C$ 288-C$ 502
United Airlines
Sun 7/1
DTW - IAD • Direct
Direct flights
Every day
You can fly direct with United Airlines and Delta. Average duration is 1h 37m
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 50% compared to booking last minute.
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September
Cheapest • 11% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL)
Cheapest • Avg C$ 277 (round-trip)
Charlotte Douglas (CLT)
Shortest trip • 4h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Dulles Intl (DTW-IAD)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Dulles Intl

Fri, 18 Dec - Tue, 29 Dec
Delta Logo
2:55 p.m. - 4:23 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 28mdirect
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:46 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 46mdirect
C$ 220Delta
16 hours ago
Sat, 21 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
United Airlines Logo
5:45 a.m. - 7:21 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mdirect
United Airlines Logo
10:20 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 39mdirect
C$ 228United Airlines
1 day ago
Sat, 23 Jan - Mon, 25 Jan
Frontier Logo
11:30 a.m. - 12:19 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
12h 49m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson
Frontier Logo
10:57 p.m. - 6:24 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 27m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Dallas/Fort Worth
C$ 241Frontier
3+ days ago
Thu, 26 Nov - Thu, 3 Dec
Frontier Logo
8:05 p.m. - 8:40 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
24h 35m1 stop Orlando
Frontier Logo
3:34 p.m. - 11:11 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
19h 37m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
C$ 242Frontier
1 day ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
United Airlines Logo
10:13 a.m. - 11:49 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mdirect
United Airlines Logo
10:20 p.m. - 11:59 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 39mdirect
C$ 245United Airlines
1 day ago
Thu, 19 Nov - Sun, 22 Nov
Delta Logo
2:55 p.m. - 4:26 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mdirect
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:41 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 41mdirect
C$ 246Delta
17 hours ago
Wed, 25 Nov - Tue, 1 Dec
United Airlines Logo
5:45 a.m. - 7:21 a.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 36mdirect
United Airlines Logo
5:25 p.m. - 7:09 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 44mdirect
C$ 252United Airlines
17 hours ago
Fri, 11 Dec - Mon, 14 Dec
United Airlines Logo
2:40 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 35mdirect
United Airlines Logo
5:25 p.m. - 7:09 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 44mdirect
C$ 253United Airlines
16 hours ago
Fri, 15 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
United Airlines Logo
7:50 p.m. - 9:22 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 32mdirect
United Airlines Logo
5:20 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 50mdirect
C$ 262United Airlines
1 day ago
Fri, 20 Nov - Fri, 27 Nov
Delta Logo
2:55 p.m. - 4:26 p.m.DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-IAD Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
1h 31mdirect
Delta Logo
6:00 a.m. - 7:41 a.m.IAD  Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 41mdirect
C$ 263Delta
1 day ago
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport typically range from C$ 327 to C$ 511. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was C$ 220, on Delta.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. It's 9% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 23% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

•September is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport at C$ 359 round-trip.
•October (C$ 439) and June (C$ 432) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 50% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Expert on Delta, United Airlines and IAD

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.

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Ramsey Qubein

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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.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

C$ 220
Beat the crowds with an average 34% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 30% increase in traveller numbers.
Round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 5:40 am and lands at 7:17 am
    • Latest: departs at 9:50 pm and lands at 11:27 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 37m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport.

  • How long does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport take?

    A direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport takes 1h 37m, covering 992 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driver's licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport range from C$ 327 to C$ 511, with an average of C$ 405 over the past 12 months. Anything below C$ 327 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 31% above the C$ 405 route average. Book 26 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Layover fares average C$ 277 round-trip via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL), compared to C$ 405 for direct.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge C$ 49–C$ 126 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    The Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights, with 34% leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 34%, Evening flights for 16%, and Night flights for 16%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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$ 220 to C$ 1,126. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about C$ 331, which is 5% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD)?

    Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport (IAD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging C$ 97 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Sixt
    • Thrifty

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 69% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 25% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 26% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at C$ 372 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at C$ 502, a difference of C$ 130.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • Which airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    2 airlines operate flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • United Airlines
    • Delta

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport when travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 43m, compared with 8h 49m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 22h 55m via Fort Lauderdale (FLL).

  • Which popular places can I visit in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport are Capital One Arena, National Mall, and Kennedy Center. These are among the most viewed places in Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights:

    • United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Delta: 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport flights?

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

    • United Airlines: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Delta: a carry-on bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

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

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl 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 Saturday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Saturday flights average C$ 372, about C$ 130 less than Sunday fares (26% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 50% 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 Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport trip for September. Fares historically average C$ 359 round-trip in that month – typically C$ 80 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Airport (ATL) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages C$ 277 round-trip on this route – about C$ 127 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Washington, D.C.?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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Direct returns

Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Tuesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Wednesday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Thursday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Friday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Saturday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

Sunday

Delta,United Airlines

Delta,United Airlines

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