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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from C$ 342

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 13/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
YOW — DTW
4 May — 11 May1
1 adult

Cheap flight deals from Ottawa to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Ottawa (YOW) to Detroit (DTW). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 592

One-way from

C$ 342

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

October

Average price

C$ 1,120
11/5-6/10
  • 11/5-6/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 13h 25m total
  • Ottawa to Detroit
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United Airlines
  • United Airlines
  • 13/7
  • 1 total stop
  • 5h 06m total
  • Ottawa to Detroit
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 14% potential increase in price (C$ 188 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (C$ 38 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Find flight deals from Ottawa to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Ottawa to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Ottawa to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 29 April 2025.

Sun 11/53:50 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop8h 37mMultiple Airlines
Mon 6/1010:08 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop4h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 27/4C$ 592
Sun 8/66:40 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop10h 13mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/76:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop3h 58mUnited Airlines
Deal found 28/4C$ 657
Sun 8/611:55 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop3h 39mAir Canada
Wed 2/79:30 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop4h 14mAir Canada
Deal found 28/4C$ 658
Sun 8/65:55 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops12h 37mDelta
Thu 3/74:50 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops7h 32mDelta
Deal found 28/4C$ 761
Mon 12/55:55 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops17h 09mWestJet
Thu 15/512:17 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops12h 05mWestJet
Deal found 28/4C$ 930

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Ottawa to Detroit that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 629,999 searches. Data last updated 29 April 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Ottawa

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 11/5

3:50 p.m.-12:27 a.m.

1 stop8h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/10

10:08 a.m.-2:56 p.m.

1 stop4h 48m

C$ 592

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 8/6

6:40 a.m.-4:53 p.m.

1 stop10h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/7

6:00 a.m.-9:58 a.m.

1 stop3h 58m

C$ 657

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 8/6

1:55 p.m.-7:43 p.m.

1 stop5h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/7

9:30 a.m.-1:44 p.m.

1 stop4h 14m

C$ 658

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 8/6

5:55 a.m.-6:32 p.m.

2 stops12h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/7

4:50 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops7h 32m

C$ 761

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Mon 12/5

5:55 a.m.-11:04 p.m.

2 stops17h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 15/5

12:17 p.m.-12:22 a.m.

2 stops12h 05m

C$ 930

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 13/7

5:15 a.m.-10:21 a.m.

1 stop5h 06m

C$ 342

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 13/7

11:55 a.m.-3:36 p.m.

1 stop3h 41m

C$ 366

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 13/7

9:35 a.m.-12:18 a.m.

2 stops14h 43m

C$ 376

OttawaDetroit

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 18/5

5:55 a.m.-7:52 a.m.

1 stop25h 57m

C$ 495

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Deals found on 28/4

Best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of C$ 278). Flying from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 465). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from YOW to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Ottawa to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 29 April 2025.

When flying from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 41% versus a flight at noon.

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 46.0 - 79.0 mm per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 79.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 46.0 mm.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -4.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Detroit. Reviews last updated 29 April 2025.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
WestJet
7.2
Good
2,823 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air Canada
7.0
Good
9,240 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,929 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.9

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Ottawa to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    Flying on United Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at C$ 657. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Air Canada and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 658 and C$ 761, respectively. United Airlines is priced at 20% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    C$ 342 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from United Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Air Canada and WestJet, with prices starting from C$ 366 and C$ 495, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Ottawa to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Ottawa to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Ottawa to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Ottawa to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Ottawa to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of C$ 278). Flying from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 465). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Ottawa to Detroit

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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 541AverageC$ 717FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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