$53 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

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Today's featured flight deals from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)

Nonstop
Carry-on included
Lower price than typical

Cheap Flights from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale (DTW-FLL)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $53 for one-way flights and $107 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Wed, Dec 10
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$107 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$107
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Wed, Dec 10, priced at $107 found 3 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Dec 7 - Thu, Dec 11
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$108 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$108
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Dec 7 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Dec 11, priced at $108 found 2 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Thu, Nov 20
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$112 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$112
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Nov 20, priced at $112 found 1 day ago
Spirit Airlines
Tue, Oct 28 - Tue, Nov 11
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$113 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$113
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Tue, Oct 28 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $113 found 3 days ago
Spirit Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Wed, Oct 29
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$115 Roundtrip, just found
$115
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Wed, Oct 29, priced at $115 just found
Spirit Airlines
Wed, Oct 29 - Tue, Nov 4
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$115 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$115
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Wed, Oct 29 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Tue, Nov 4, priced at $115 found 17 hours ago
Spirit Airlines
Mon, Dec 8 - Sat, Dec 13
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$117 Roundtrip, just found
$117
Roundtrip
just found
Select Spirit Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 8 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Sat, Dec 13, priced at $117 just found
Delta
Sat, Nov 8 - Tue, Nov 11
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$159 Roundtrip, just found
$159
Roundtrip
just found
Select Delta flight, departing Sat, Nov 8 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Tue, Nov 11, priced at $159 just found
Southwest Airlines
Mon, Dec 15 - Thu, Dec 25
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$195 Roundtrip, found 13 hours ago
$195
Roundtrip
found 13 hours ago
Select Southwest Airlines flight, departing Mon, Dec 15 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Dec 25, priced at $195 found 13 hours ago
United
Mon, Nov 24 - Thu, Nov 27
DTW
Detroit
FLL
Fort Lauderdale
$231 Roundtrip, found 4 hours ago
$231
Roundtrip
found 4 hours ago
Select United flight, departing Mon, Nov 24 from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $231 found 4 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)

April is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $58 - $333 per traveler.

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

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Miami Intl.
Average driving time to city center42 min
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Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $53 or cheap return flight from $107 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to find our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
Planning your getaway for December may help you find better deals, as it's the cheapest month for flights between DTW and FLL. You'll typically find the lowest prices during off-peak months.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
You can fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) on a Delta Air Lines flight.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
While prices can vary depending on when you travel, Spirit Airlines and Delta Air Lines are popular options for flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the lowest fare for your DTW to FLL flight.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
With, on average, 6 nonstop flights that operate from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) every day, you'll be off on your next adventure in no time.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
More travelers fly between DTW and FLL at 5 AM than at any other point in the day. Rather go when it's quieter? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you're likely to save on your fare as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to FLL?
If you travel on a Wednesday, you'll get the biggest range of choices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
The first flight of the day departing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is at around 5:10AM UTC-5. Hop on this flight and you'll arrive at Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) at approximately 8:25AM UTC-5. The total travel time is 3h 15m.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
It usually takes 3 hours and 13 minutes to cover the 1,150 mi from DTW to FLL.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to FLL?
Consider booking with Delta Air Lines if you'd like to go straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) without any interruptions. This carrier has the best track record for punctuality, with an on-time score of 81%. Want to be updated if anything changes? You can check your flight status using the Expedia App.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
Opt for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) that leaves before 3 PM to reduce the likelihood of delays. Departures later than this are on average 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.
What airports do you fly into for Fort Lauderdale from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Hop on a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale and you'll land at any one of these hubs:

  • Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)
  • Miami Intl. Airport (MIA)
  • Palm Beach Intl. Airport (PBI)

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a flight from DTW to FLL often results in higher prices. Although you may find some last-minute discounts, they aren't always guaranteed. Keep your travel schedule open for the best chance of scoring a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to FLL flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a DTW to FLL flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. What's more, managing everything in one place will take the stress out of planning your trip. Just secure your flights and select from our wide range of stays, then customize your trip with extras like tours and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl. Airport (FLL)?
If you booked your DTW to FLL flight in the last 24 hours, you may be able to cancel or modify it at no cost. Depending on the airline and the type of fare you have, additional charges may apply for changes after that time. Airline policies and contact information can be found in your itinerary or confirmation email. Or, visit our Customer Service portal for more information.

Travel information

Travel information

Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Fort Lauderdale - Hollywood Intl.
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Delta, Frontier Airlines, JetBlue Airways, Southwest Airlines, Spirit Airlines, United
Roundtrip price
$100
Distance
1130 mi
Average flight time
2 hours 59 mins

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Detroit to Fort Lauderdale Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Fort Lauderdale

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

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 Lauderdale in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $53 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 Lauderdale 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.

 

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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.

 

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