$119 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Walton Beach (VPS)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach (DTW-VPS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $119 for one-way flights and $235 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Tue, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 22
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$235 Roundtrip, just found
$235
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $235 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Sep 1 - Sun, Sep 7
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$246 Roundtrip, just found
$246
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 1 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sun, Sep 7, priced at $246 just found
Delta
Sun, Aug 31 - Sat, Sep 6
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$248 Roundtrip, found 6 hours ago
$248
Roundtrip
found 6 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sun, Aug 31 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $248 found 6 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Thu, Oct 30 - Wed, Nov 5
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$253 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$253
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 30 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Wed, Nov 5, priced at $253 found 3 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 13 - Sat, Sep 20
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 13 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sat, Sep 20, priced at $257 just found
American Airlines
Fri, Sep 12 - Sun, Sep 14
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$257 Roundtrip, just found
$257
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Fri, Sep 12 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $257 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Nov 10 - Mon, Nov 17
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$264 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$264
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Nov 10 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Mon, Nov 17, priced at $264 found 5 days ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 27 - Sat, Aug 30
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$266 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$266
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 27 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sat, Aug 30, priced at $266 found 1 day ago
Delta
Sat, Aug 23 - Sat, Sep 6
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$268 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$268
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Aug 23 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Sat, Sep 6, priced at $268 found 4 hours ago
Sun Country Airlines
Wed, Nov 26 - Fri, Nov 28
DTW
Detroit
VPS
Fort Walton Beach
$386 Roundtrip, found 8 hours ago
$386
Roundtrip
found 8 hours ago
Select Sun Country Airlines flight, departing Wed, Nov 26 from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach, returning Fri, Nov 28, priced at $386 found 8 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Walton Beach (VPS)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $174 - $514 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Alternative airports near Fort Walton Beach

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

Select flight to Northwest Florida Regional VPS. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 14 minutes. Flights from $348
VPS
Northwest Florida Regional
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center14 min
Flights from $348
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Walton Beach (VPS)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Northwest Florida Regional
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Southwest Airlines, Sun Country Airlines
Roundtrip price
$235
Distance
829 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 16 mins

Detroit to Fort Walton Beach Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach

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 Detroit to Fort Walton Beach are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Fort Walton Beach: 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 Detroit to Fort Walton Beach

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 Detroit to Fort Walton Beach in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $119 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 Detroit to Fort Walton Beach 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 Detroit to Fort Walton Beach 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) cost?
Cheap return fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) start from $268. 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 Delta flight leaving DTW on August 16 2025 and touching down at VPS. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to VPS?
The cheapest flights from DTW to VPS 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)?
You can't fly directly from Detroit, MI (DTW-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS). However, you can find other airports offering nonstop flights. Start your journey at Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) and travel straight to Fort Walton Beach without any detours.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to VPS?
With prices as low as $299 for a one-way journey from DTW to VPS, Delta is currently the cheapest carrier flying this route. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on August 9 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)?
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your dates and click on either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to VPS?
Typically you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays are often the quietest.* However, this can change depending on the airline, season and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)?
To avoid potential delays on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this time are 22% more likely to be canceled.**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.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from DTW to VPS are generally more expensive. To secure the best rates, start searching for flights well in advance. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to land a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to VPS flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging hotels and flights separately, booking a DTW to VPS flight and hotel package with Expedia could lead to significant savings. What's more, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Simply pick your flights and choose from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with extras like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Northwest Florida Regional Airport (VPS)?
If you reserved your DTW to VPS flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to modify or cancel it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of ticket you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more details.

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