$89 Cheap Flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Detroit (DTW)

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Cheap Flights from Cincinnati to Detroit (CVG-DTW)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $89 for one-way flights and $170 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Thu, Sep 25 - Thu, Oct 2
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$170 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$170
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 25 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $170 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$177 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$177
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $177 found 1 day ago
Frontier Airlines
Wed, Sep 24 - Thu, Oct 2
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$179 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$179
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Wed, Sep 24 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Thu, Oct 2, priced at $179 found 2 days ago
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Aug 4 - Tue, Aug 5
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$183 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$183
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 4 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Tue, Aug 5, priced at $183 found 1 day ago
American Airlines
Thu, Jul 31 - Sun, Aug 3
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 31 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Sun, Aug 3, priced at $187 just found
Southwest Airlines
Wed, Aug 13 - Sun, Aug 17
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$187 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$187
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Wed, Aug 13 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Sun, Aug 17, priced at $187 found 19 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Tue, Jul 22 - Sat, Aug 2
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$188 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$188
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Tue, Jul 22 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Sat, Aug 2, priced at $188 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Fri, Aug 29 - Sun, Sep 14
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$189 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$189
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 29 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $189 found 2 days ago
Delta
Wed, Aug 6 - Tue, Aug 12
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$263 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$263
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Wed, Aug 6 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Tue, Aug 12, priced at $263 found 17 hours ago
United
Sat, Oct 18 - Sun, Oct 19
CVG
Cincinnati
DTW
Detroit
$294 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$294
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Sat, Oct 18 from Cincinnati to Detroit, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $294 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Cincinnati (CVG) to Detroit (DTW)

November is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $118 - $449 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 $449
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center26 min
Flights from $449
Flights from Cincinnati (CVG) to Detroit (DTW)
Origin airport
Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl.
Destination airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$170
Distance
229 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 11 mins

Cincinnati to Detroit Flights

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Cincinnati to Detroit

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati to Detroit in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $89 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati 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 Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) cost?
Find affordable return tickets from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) starting from $339. Book 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 CVG on July 19 2025 and touching down at DTW. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from CVG to DTW?
Grab a low fare by booking your direct flight from CVG to DTW in August. You can find a one-way Delta flight for $219 leaving on August 24 2025. This price is based on the cheapest direct flight found on Expedia for this route in the next 330 days. The price was last updated on July 1 2025 and remains unchanged.
Which airlines fly direct from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Catch a nonstop flight with Delta Air Lines and fly straight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from CVG to DTW?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from CVG to DTW is Delta. You can take off on this route from $219. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from CVG on August 24 2025. Prices were last updated on July 1 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
With an average of 3 direct flights that operate from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) each day, you'll be cruising above the clouds before you know it.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
The 6 AM departures from CVG to DTW see the highest demand. Prices can be higher for these popular slots. If you want to save on your trip, choose a less crowded time to fly.
What day of the week has the most flights from CVG to DTW?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the largest range of options for flights from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW).
What is the earliest flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
The first flight of the day out of Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) is at around 6:11AM UTC-5. Board this plane and you'll touch down at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) at approximately 7:31AM UTC-5. The entire trip takes 1h 20m.
How long does it take to fly from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
The average flight time from CVG to DTW is 1 hour and 17 minutes, covering a distance of 230 mi.
What is the best time to fly from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
To avoid possible delays on the Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) route, fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of being 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.
What airports do you fly into for Detroit from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG)?
If you're on a direct flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) last-minute?
Last-minute bookings from CVG to DTW are typically more expensive. For the lowest prices, start looking for flights as soon as possible. That being said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may find a cheap fare right before your journey.
Is it cheaper to book a CVG to DTW flight and hotel package?
Securing a CVG to DTW flight and hotel package is usually cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the ease of organizing your travels in one place. Pick from our impressive range of accommodations and then add flights, activities and car rentals to your booking. Bundle it all together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Cincinnati - Northern Kentucky Intl. Airport (CVG) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
If you booked your CVG to DTW flight within the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it without any fees. Depending on the airline and the ticket type you purchased, additional charges may apply for changes beyond this timeframe. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, head to our Customer Service portal for more information.

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