$70 Cheap Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW)

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Cheap Flights from Columbus to Detroit (CMH-DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $70 for one-way flights and $129 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 8
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$129 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$129
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $129 found 1 day ago
Southwest Airlines
Tue, Aug 12 - Mon, Aug 18
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$146 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$146
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 12 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $146 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 26
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$149 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$149
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Tue, Aug 26, priced at $149 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 22 - Sat, Nov 8
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$153 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$153
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Sat, Nov 8, priced at $153 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 26 - Mon, Sep 15
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$156 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$156
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 26 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Mon, Sep 15, priced at $156 found 5 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Aug 5 - Mon, Aug 25
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$157 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$157
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Aug 5 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $157 found 5 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Oct 15 - Mon, Oct 20
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$162 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$162
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 15 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Mon, Oct 20, priced at $162 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Mon, Aug 18
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$167 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$167
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Mon, Aug 18, priced at $167 found 16 hours ago
Delta
Thu, Aug 7 - Fri, Aug 15
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$239 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$239
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Delta flight, departing Thu, Aug 7 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Fri, Aug 15, priced at $239 found 1 hour ago
United
Wed, Aug 6 - Sat, Aug 16
CMH
Columbus
DTW
Detroit
$291 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$291
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Columbus to Detroit, returning Sat, Aug 16, priced at $291 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $199 - $672 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW)
Origin airport
John Glenn Columbus Intl.
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$128
Distance
155 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 5 mins

Columbus to Detroit Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Columbus 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 Columbus to Detroit are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Columbus to Detroit with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Columbus to Detroit

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Columbus to Detroit in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $70 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 Columbus 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 Columbus 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) cost?
You can land cheap return tickets from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) starting at $239. Snag a seat and take off on your trip. 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 CMH on July 19 2025 and touching down at DTW. The price was last updated on July 5 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CMH to DTW?
The cheapest flights from CMH 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
When heading out of John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH), you can get on a direct flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CMH to DTW?
Fly from CMH to DTW with Delta. This airline currently has the lowest one-way fare for this route, starting at $199. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CMH on September 23 2025. Prices were last updated on July 5 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
With, on average, 3 direct flights departing from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) daily, you'll be up in the air in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Flights between CMH and DTW are their busiest at 6 AM. If you're after a more relaxed atmosphere and possibly cheaper fares, choose a departure that's outside typical rush times.
What day of the week has the most flights from CMH to DTW?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the earliest flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)'s earliest flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) leaves at approximately 6:25AM UTC-5. With a travel duration of 1h 14m, you'll arrive at around 7:39AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Flights from CMH to DTW have an average travel time of 1 hour and 13 minutes. The total distance between the two airports is 160 mi.
What airline has the least delays from CMH to DTW?
Consider traveling with Sun Country Airlines if you'd like to fly straight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) without any delays. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 100%. Want real-time updates? You can keep an eye on your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
To touch down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) on schedule, choose a flight that takes off from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) 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 John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH)?
Explore your flight options from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). This is the only Detroit airport you can land at if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from CMH to DTW right before your journey is typically more expensive. But if you're flexible with your schedule, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a CMH to DTW flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a CMH to DTW flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, having everything in one convenient place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just pick your flights and select from our extensive range of stays, then customize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from John Glenn Columbus Intl. Airport (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Usually, it's possible to cancel or reschedule your CMH to DTW flight. However, for bookings made more than 24 hours ago, additional charges may apply. Check your airline's policies in your itinerary to see what changes are possible and whether any costs are involved. You'll also find more details on our Customer Service portal.

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