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Cheap flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from C$ 278

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 5/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
YOW — DTW
2 Apr — 9 Apr1
1 adult
Tue 2/4
Tue 9/4

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 March 2024.

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C$ 375

One-way from

C$ 278
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From Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
One-way flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 44 days in advance, which can save you up to 116% on flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 44 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at C$ 830. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from C$ 1,000.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

November is one of the best times of the year to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Ottawa. Prices for November average C$ 773 per person but you can even find prices for as low as C$ 476. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of September. Opting for a November flight can save you 31% on your journey compared to booking in September

When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (YOW - DTW)?

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 27% versus a flight at noon.

Cheap Air Canada flights from Ottawa to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Canada for the route between Ottawa and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,909 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Air Canada flights travelling from Ottawa to Detroit. Be sure to come back soon if the deals available don't appeal to you at this time.
Sun 19/511:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 14mAir Canada
Tue 28/54:05 p.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop6h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 636
Sun 23/68:10 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 36mAir Canada
Thu 4/74:05 p.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop6h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 658
Sun 19/511:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 14mAir Canada
Tue 28/59:28 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops9h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 673
Wed 24/410:30 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 24mAir Canada
Wed 1/510:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop3h 57mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 686
Sun 19/52:00 p.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops9h 30mAir Canada
Tue 28/59:28 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops9h 49mAir Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 719

Cheap WestJet flights from Ottawa to Detroit

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by WestJet for the route between Ottawa and Detroit. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,909 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest WestJet flights travelling from Ottawa to Detroit. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Tue 23/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops13h 22mWestJet
Wed 15/55:20 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops14h 04mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 897
Wed 24/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops13h 22mWestJet
Wed 1/54:25 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops28h 23mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 905
Wed 24/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop7h 48mWestJet
Wed 1/54:25 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops28h 23mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 956
Mon 15/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop5h 09mWestJet
Tue 16/42:30 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops9h 49mWestJet
Deal found 26/3C$ 971
Mon 15/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop5h 09mWestJet
Tue 16/42:30 p.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops9h 49mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 1,039

Cheap Ottawa to Detroit flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Ottawa to Detroit specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,909 searches. Prices were last updated on 29 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ottawa to Detroit in March and April 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 4/42:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/45:10 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 490
Thu 4/42:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/45:10 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 492
Mon 8/44:10 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/49:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop11h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 571
Thu 4/45:30 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 574
Mon 8/47:55 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/49:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 579
Thu 4/45:30 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 593
Thu 4/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 623
Thu 4/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 642
Thu 4/48:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
Sat 13/49:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop4h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 653

Ottawa to Detroit 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Ottawa and Detroit in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,909 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Ottawa to Detroit in March and April 2024. Check back in a little while for more flight options.
Thu 4/42:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/45:10 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 490
Thu 4/42:55 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop18h 21mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/45:10 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop9h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 492
Mon 8/44:10 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 40mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/49:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop11h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 571
Thu 4/45:30 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops10h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 574
Mon 8/47:55 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop12h 55mMultiple Airlines
Wed 10/49:00 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops7h 29mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 579
Thu 4/45:30 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop14h 18mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 593
Thu 4/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 623
Sun 19/511:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 14mAir Canada
Tue 28/54:05 p.m.DTW - YOW
1 stop6h 01mAir Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 636
Thu 4/46:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops17h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/49:42 a.m.DTW - YOW
2 stops11h 47mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 642

One-way flights to Detroit from Ottawa

Search for one-way flight options from Ottawa to Detroit. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 586,909 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.
Take a look at some of the one-way flights we've detected from Ottawa to Detroit. Those needing a return flight from Ottawa to Detroit can use the search form above.
Wed 5/612:00 p.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop11h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3C$ 278
Sun 23/68:10 a.m.YOW - DTW
1 stop4h 36mAir Canada
Deal found 27/3C$ 360
Wed 5/610:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops8h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 28/3C$ 369
Sun 23/68:00 a.m.YOW - DTW
2 stops25h 26mWestJet
Deal found 27/3C$ 502

Find flights from Ottawa to Detroit within your budget

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 586,909 searches. Data last updated 29 March 2024.

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OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Tue 23/4

1 stop11h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/5

1 stop9h 48m

C$ 400

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Wed 24/4

1 stop7h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/5

1 stop6h 52m

C$ 552

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 19/5

1 stop4h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/5

1 stop6h 01m

C$ 636

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 23/6

1 stop4h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/7

1 stop6h 01m

C$ 658

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Sun 19/5

1 stop4h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 28/5

2 stops9h 49m

C$ 673

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Wed 24/4

1 stop4h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/5

1 stop3h 57m

C$ 686

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Mon 15/4

1 stop14h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 16/4

1 stop4h 55m

C$ 821

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Tue 23/4

2 stops12h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/5

1 stop10h 07m

C$ 856

OttawaDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

YOW - DTW

YOWDTW

Ottawa

Tue 23/4

2 stops13h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 15/5

2 stops14h 04m

C$ 897

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Deals found on 27/3

When is the best time to book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Ottawa to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
The best time to book flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 63 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Ottawa to Detroit. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Detroit by month

Plan your trip from Ottawa to Detroit by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Ottawa to Detroit is currently C$ 377 while a round-trip flight costs C$ 687. Price data was last updated on 24 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of C$ 243). Flying from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 416). 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.

January

C$ 377

February

C$ 514

March

C$ 514

April

C$ 533

May

C$ 330

June

C$ 522

July

C$ 564

August

C$ 539

September

C$ 446

October

C$ 547

November

C$ 372

December

C$ 517

Temperature and rainfall in Detroit by month

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

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Temperature

-4 - 23 °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 March 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Ottawa to Detroit, such as Air Canada, WestJet and United Airlines. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.5
Good
3,036 reviews
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.4
Good
11,481 reviews
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

7.0
Good
6,743 reviews
7.5
Good
3,036 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Food

6.5

Crew

8.2

Comfort

7.3

Boarding

7.7

Overall

7.5

Reviews

1 / 10

Flights good. Our original flight from Halifax to Toronto was delayed 4 days Unacceptable We flew with Air Canada a picked up original flight in Toronto Cost extra $500 Maybe Westjet could give us a voucher or pay for this inconvenience. Thank You. Garry Barkman

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under C$ 400 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for under C$ 400. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just C$ 400, but on average you can expect to pay C$ 777.

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

    Flying on Air Canada is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at C$ 636. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by United Airlines and WestJet, with the lowest prices starting at C$ 821 and C$ 897, respectively. Air Canada is priced at 7% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What does YOW to DTW mean?

    Great question - YOW to DTW just means Ottawa Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Detroit that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Ottawa to Detroit with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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 see available direct flights.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Ottawa to Detroit that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines do offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • How recently were the Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals updated?

    The Ottawa to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 28/3.

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United AirlinesCheapestC$ 306AverageC$ 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Air CanadaCheapestC$ 505AverageC$ 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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