$375 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Frankfurt (DTW-FRA)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $375 for one-way flights and $509 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

JetBlue Airways
Fri, Jan 16 - Thu, Jan 29
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$509 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$509
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select JetBlue Airways flight, departing Fri, Jan 16 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Jan 29, priced at $509 found 6 days ago
Scandinavian Airlines
Tue, Feb 10 - Mon, Feb 16
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$618 Roundtrip, just found
$618
Roundtrip
just found
Select Scandinavian Airlines flight, departing Tue, Feb 10 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Feb 16, priced at $618 just found
Delta
Mon, Mar 23 - Wed, Apr 1
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$731 Roundtrip, found 19 hours ago
$731
Roundtrip
found 19 hours ago
Select Delta flight, departing Mon, Mar 23 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Wed, Apr 1, priced at $731 found 19 hours ago
United
Tue, Mar 10 - Fri, Mar 20
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$733 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$733
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select United flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Mar 20, priced at $733 found 2 days ago
Turkish Airlines
Thu, Apr 9 - Sat, Apr 11
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$733 Roundtrip, found 11 hours ago
$733
Roundtrip
found 11 hours ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 9 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Sat, Apr 11, priced at $733 found 11 hours ago
Air Canada
Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 2
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Air Canada flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Apr 2, priced at $743 found 3 days ago
Lufthansa
Tue, Mar 24 - Thu, Apr 9
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$743 Roundtrip, found 10 hours ago
$743
Roundtrip
found 10 hours ago
Select Lufthansa flight, departing Tue, Mar 24 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Thu, Apr 9, priced at $743 found 10 hours ago
American Airlines
Tue, Mar 10 - Fri, Mar 20
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$748 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$748
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Tue, Mar 10 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Fri, Mar 20, priced at $748 found 2 days ago
British Airways
Sun, Mar 8 - Tue, Mar 17
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$761 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$761
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select British Airways flight, departing Sun, Mar 8 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Tue, Mar 17, priced at $761 found 3 days ago
Swiss International Air Lines
Mon, Apr 20 - Mon, Apr 27
DTW
Detroit
FRA
Frankfurt
$775 Roundtrip, found 22 hours ago
$775
Roundtrip
found 22 hours ago
Select Swiss International Air Lines flight, departing Mon, Apr 20 from Detroit to Frankfurt, returning Mon, Apr 27, priced at $775 found 22 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA)

May is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $480 - $883 per traveler.

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

Select flight to Frankfurt Intl. FRA. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 12 minutes. Flights from $1,046
FRA
Frankfurt Intl.
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center12 min
Flights from $1,046
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt (FRA)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Frankfurt Intl.
Airlines serving
Aer Lingus, Air Canada, Air Europa, Air France, American Airlines, Austrian Airlines, British Airways, Brussels Airlines, Delta, Icelandair, JetBlue Airways, KLM, Lufthansa, Scandinavian Airlines, Swiss International Air Lines, TAP Portugal, Turkish Airlines, United, Virgin Atlantic
Roundtrip price
$509
Distance
4148 mi
Average flight time
14 hours 5 mins

Detroit to Frankfurt Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt

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

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt

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

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 Frankfurt in 2026. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $375 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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt 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 Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) cost?
Secure a cheap one-way flight from $375 or cheap return flight from $509 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) with Expedia. Enter your travel dates and sort by "Price (lowest to highest)" to see our cheapest flight deals on this route.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The cheapest month to fly from DTW to FRA is January, when demand is low. Off-peak season is usually when you'll find cheap fares for travel between these airports.
Which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Take a direct flight with Lufthansa and travel straight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
While prices may vary depending on when you travel, Delta Air Lines and Lufthansa are popular options for flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA). You can also compare airlines on Expedia and use the "Sort by" filter to find the cheapest ticket for your DTW to FRA flight.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) only has 1 nonstop flight to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) every day. For more options, try Expedia's easy-to-use filter tool. Simply enter your travel dates, then select "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops" to find flights with layovers.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Flights between DTW and FRA are their busiest at 3 PM. If you're after a more relaxed experience and potentially cheaper prices, look for a departure outside the usual busy windows.
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to FRA?
If you fly on a Monday, you'll get the widest range of choices for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA).
What is the earliest flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
The first flight of the day leaving from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is at around 3:45PM UTC-5. Board this flight and you'll arrive at Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) at approximately 5:50AM UTC+1. The entire trip takes 8h 5m.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Flights from DTW to FRA have an average travel time of 8 hours and 3 minutes. The total distance between these two airports is 4,200 mi.
What airline has the least delays from DTW to FRA?
Delta Air Lines has the best track record for on-time direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA), with an on-time score of 85%. Use the Expedia App to look up your flight schedule before you leave and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Select a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. 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 Frankfurt from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt, Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) is the only airport you can touch down at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA) last-minute?
Booking your ticket from DTW to FRA just before your journey is typically more expensive. However, if there's some wiggle room with your departure dates and times, you could snag a cheap last-minute fare.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to FRA flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a DTW to FRA 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. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then personalize your trip with other add-ons like activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Frankfurt Intl. Airport (FRA)?
Typically, you can reschedule or cancel your DTW to FRA flight. However, there may be additional fees, especially if you booked more than 24 hours ago. Check your itinerary for the airline's rules and fees on flight changes, or if you'd like further information, head to our Customer Service portal.

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