$676 Cheap Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Detroit (DTW)

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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt to Detroit (FRA-DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $676 for one-way flights and $560 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Icelandair
Mon, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 18
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$560 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$560
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $560 found 1 hour ago
Austrian Airlines
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 21
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$561 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$561
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Austrian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $561 found 3 hours ago
Icelandair
Mon, Oct 13 - Sat, Oct 18
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$561 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$561
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Icelandair flight, departing Mon, Oct 13 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Sat, Oct 18, priced at $561 found 1 hour ago
Lufthansa
Thu, Sep 4 - Wed, Sep 17
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$563 Roundtrip, just found
$563
Roundtrip
just found
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Wed, Sep 17, priced at $563 just found
Air Canada
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 29
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$563 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$563
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $563 found 3 hours ago
Condor
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 21
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$564 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$564
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Condor flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Sun, Sep 21, priced at $564 found 3 hours ago
Delta
Tue, Oct 7 - Sun, Oct 19
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$574 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$574
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Tue, Oct 7 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $574 found 2 hours ago
British Airways
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 13
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$574 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$574
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Thu, Nov 13, priced at $574 found 1 hour ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Tue, Sep 2 - Tue, Sep 23
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$580 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$580
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Tue, Sep 2 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $580 found 22 hours ago
Virgin Atlantic
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 29
FRA
Frankfurt
DTW
Detroit
$586 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$586
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Virgin Atlantic flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Frankfurt to Detroit, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $586 found 3 hours ago

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From $492 - $748 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Detroit

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County DTW. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 26 minutes. Flights from $649
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $649
Flights from Frankfurt (FRA) to Detroit (DTW)
Origin airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Icelandair, KLM, LOT-Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$559
Distance
4148 mi
Average flight time
3 hours 10 mins

Frankfurt to Detroit Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Frankfurt to Detroit

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Frankfurt to Detroit are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Detroit with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Frankfurt to Detroit

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Frankfurt to Detroit: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Frankfurt to Detroit

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Frankfurt to Detroit in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $676 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Frankfurt to Detroit flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Frankfurt to Detroit airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) cost?
Cheap round-trip flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) start from $585. This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Lufthansa flight leaving FRA on August 13 2025 and touching down at DTW. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from FRA to DTW?
The cheapest flights from FRA to DTW are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
You can travel nonstop from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on a Lufthansa flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from FRA to DTW?
Fly from FRA to DTW with Lufthansa. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting from $1836. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from FRA on October 6 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
On average, just 1 direct flight departs daily from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Need other options? Use Expedia's filter tool to discover flights with layovers and explore a new city along the way.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
More passengers fly between FRA and DTW at 10 AM than at any other point in the day. Prefer a quieter experience? Pick a flight outside the busiest times and there's a chance you'll save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from FRA to DTW?
If you depart on a Friday, you'll get the biggest range of options for flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the earliest flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)'s earliest flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) takes off at approximately 10:30AM UTC+1. With a travel time of 9h 25m, you'll land at around 1:55PM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
The average flight duration from FRA to DTW is 9 hours and 31 minutes, covering a total distance of 4,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from FRA to DTW?
KLM has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), with an on-time rating of 92%. Use the Expedia App to view your flight status before you go and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
To land at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on schedule, select a flight that leaves Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) before 3 PM. The likelihood of cancellations is 22% higher, on average, for departures after this time.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Detroit from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Explore your flight options from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). This is the only Detroit airport you can touch down at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) last-minute?
Holding off until just before your trip to book a ticket from FRA to DTW generally means paying more. While it's possible to find some last-minute deals, they aren't always guaranteed. Be flexible with your itinerary for the best chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a FRA to DTW flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by securing a FRA to DTW flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's easy to manage everything in one convenient place. Once you've selected your preferred accommodations and flights, you can add extras like activities, car rentals and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
It's generally possible to cancel or reschedule your FRA to DTW flight. However, if the booking was made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Refer to your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and if any costs are involved. You'll also find further details on our Customer Service portal.

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