$163 Cheap Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)

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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (DTW-PAE)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $163 for one-way flights and $172 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Frontier Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$172 Roundtrip, just found
$172
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $172 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 28 - Mon, Oct 6
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$187 Roundtrip, just found
$187
Roundtrip
just found
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 28 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $187 just found
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Nov 9 - Sun, Nov 16
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$202 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$202
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Nov 9 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Sun, Nov 16, priced at $202 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Fri, Oct 3
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$209 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$209
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Fri, Oct 3, priced at $209 found 6 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Sep 29 - Mon, Oct 6
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$210 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$210
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Sep 29 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Oct 6, priced at $210 found 2 hours ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 6
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$217 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$217
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 27 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Thu, Nov 6, priced at $217 found 3 days ago
Frontier Airlines
Mon, Oct 20 - Mon, Oct 27
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$218 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$218
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Mon, Oct 20 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $218 found 1 hour ago
Frontier Airlines
Sun, Sep 21 - Mon, Sep 29
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$219 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$219
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Frontier Airlines flight, departing Sun, Sep 21 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Sep 29, priced at $219 found 6 days ago
Alaska Airlines
Fri, Oct 24 - Mon, Oct 27
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$491 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$491
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Alaska Airlines flight, departing Fri, Oct 24 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Mon, Oct 27, priced at $491 found 2 days ago
American Airlines
Thu, Oct 16 - Wed, Oct 22
DTW
Detroit
PAE
Seattle
$2,667 Roundtrip, found 17 hours ago
$2,667
Roundtrip
found 17 hours ago
Select American Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 16 from Detroit to Seattle, returning Wed, Oct 22, priced at $2,667 found 17 hours ago

Alternative airports near Seattle

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

Select flight to Snohomish County - Paine Field PAE. Cheapest option available. Average driving time to city center is 29 minutes. Flights from $187
PAE
Snohomish County - Paine Field
Cheapest
Average driving time to city center29 min
Flights from $187
Flights from Detroit (DTW) to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport (PAE)
Origin airport
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Destination airport
Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport
Airlines serving
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines, Frontier Airlines
Roundtrip price
$171
Distance
1918 mi

Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

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 Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport: 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 Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport

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 Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $163 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 Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport 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 Seattle Paine Field Intl. Airport 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 Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) cost?
Grab a cheap one-way flight from $163 or cheap return flight from $172 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) 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 Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Traveling in October is a great way to save, as it's the cheapest month for flights between DTW and PAE. You'll usually find the lowest fares during off-peak months.
What is the cheapest airline that flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
To find the cheapest airline flying from DTW to PAE, use Expedia's filter tool. Tailor your search based on your travel needs, such as preferred carriers and seat class. You can then sort your results by "Price (lowest to highest)" to list the most affordable options first.
How many flights per day from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
Direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) aren't available daily, so you'll have to take a flight with a layover. Explore your options with Expedia's filters. Enter your dates and choose either "1 Stop" or "2+ Stops."
What day of the week has the most flights from DTW to PAE?
Typically you'll have the most choice when it comes to flights on a Friday. Tuesdays tend to be the quietest.* But this can change depending on the season, carrier and other factors.*Busiest/quietest day to travel is based on Expedia flight demand through January to December 2024.
What is the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
To avoid possible delays on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) route, aim to fly before 3 PM. Departures after this hour have a 22% higher chance of cancellation.**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 Seattle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?
Seattle - Tacoma Intl. Airport (SEA) is the only airport in Seattle with direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Browse the available options and find cheap fares on Expedia.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE) last-minute?
Last-minute fares from DTW to PAE are generally more expensive. For the best prices, start looking for flights ahead of time. That being said, if you can play around with your travel dates, it's possible to score a cheap fare right before you leave.
Is it cheaper to book a DTW to PAE flight and hotel package?
Compared with arranging flights and hotels separately, booking a DTW to PAE flight and hotel package with Expedia could result in significant savings. Better still, having it all in one place will take the stress out of travel planning. Just pick your flights and select from our wide range of hotels, then tailor your trip with other add-ons like tours, activities and car rentals.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Snohomish County - Paine Field Airport (PAE)?
It's usually possible to cancel or reschedule your DTW to PAE 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 allowed and if any costs are involved. You'll also find more information on our Customer Service portal.

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