$45 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Charlotte (CLT)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Charlotte (DTW-CLT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $45 for one-way flights and $90 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Spirit Airlines
Thu, Sep 4 - Thu, Sep 11
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$90 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$90
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 4 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Thu, Sep 11, priced at $90 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Aug 25 - Thu, Sep 4
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$99 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$99
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Aug 25 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Thu, Sep 4, priced at $99 found 22 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Thu, Jul 24 - Mon, Jul 28
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$108 Roundtrip, just found
$108
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Thu, Jul 24 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Jul 28, priced at $108 just found
Spirit Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $112 found 1 hour ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Aug 22 - Mon, Aug 25
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$114 Roundtrip, just found
$114
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Aug 22 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Aug 25, priced at $114 just found
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Wed, Sep 24
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$116 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$116
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Wed, Sep 24, priced at $116 found 1 hour ago
American Airlines
Thu, Sep 18 - Mon, Sep 22
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$124 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$124
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $124 found 2 hours ago
Southwest Airlines
Sat, Sep 20 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$130 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$130
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Sat, Sep 20 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $130 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 22
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$133 Roundtrip, found 5 hours ago
$133
Roundtrip
found 5 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 15 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Mon, Sep 22, priced at $133 found 5 hours ago
United
Tue, Sep 16 - Thu, Sep 25
DTW
Detroit
CLT
Charlotte
$139 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$139
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Sep 16 from Detroit to Charlotte, returning Thu, Sep 25, priced at $139 found 1 hour ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Charlotte (CLT)

September is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $90 - $149 per traveler.

Graph displaying average flight prices per month

Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Charlotte (CLT)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Charlotte-Douglas Intl.
Airlines serving
American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$90
Distance
500 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 52 mins

Detroit to Charlotte Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Charlotte

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Charlotte

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Charlotte: 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 Charlotte

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 Charlotte in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $45 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) cost?
You can score affordable return tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) starting from $90. Grab a seat and get ready for takeoff. 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 Spirit Airlines flight leaving DTW on July 25 2025 and touching down at CLT. The price was last updated on June 29 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from DTW to CLT?
The cheapest flights from DTW to CLT 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 Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
If you're departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), you can hop on a direct flight to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) with Delta Air Lines.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from DTW to CLT?
Currently, the cheapest carrier offering one-way flights from DTW to CLT is Spirit Airlines. You can book a seat on this route from $45. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from DTW on September 22 2025. Prices were last updated on June 29 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
When departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), you can choose from an average of 9 daily direct flights to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
More travelers fly between DTW and CLT at 10 AM than at any other time of day. Rather go when it's quieter? Consider flying outside peak hours and you're likely to save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to CLT?
Depart on a Thursday if you're after the biggest selection of flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Hop on the earliest flight at around 5:40AM UTC-5, leaving from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). You'll be in the air for around 2h 11m, reaching Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) at approximately 7:51AM UTC-5.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Flights from DTW to CLT have an average travel time of 1 hour and 59 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 500 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to CLT?
Delta Air Lines has the best performance for on-time direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT), with an on-time score of 87%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you take off and get real-time alerts about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Choose a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of delays and cancellations. Departures later than this have a 22% higher chance of being canceled, on average.**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 Charlotte from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Check out your flight options from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT). This is the only Charlotte airport you can jet into if you're taking a direct flight.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from DTW to CLT are usually more expensive. To lock in the best rates, start looking for flights ahead of time. That said, if you're flexible with your travel dates, you may land a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to CLT flight and hotel package?
You'll typically save money by booking a DTW to CLT flight and hotel package compared to booking separately. In fact, travelers could save hundreds of dollars by bundling with Expedia. And it's simple to manage it all in one convenient place. Once you've selected your ideal accommodations and flights, consider other add-ons like car rentals, activities and tours.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Charlotte-Douglas Intl. Airport (CLT)?
Typically, you can modify or cancel your DTW to CLT flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's fees and rules on flight changes, or if you need further details, go to our Customer Service portal.

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