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Flight deals from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best round-trip flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County? Find the lowest prices on one-way and round-trip tickets right here.

Detroit.$235 per passenger.Departing Fri, Nov 21, returning Mon, Dec 1.Round-trip flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, Nov 21, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departing from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, Dec 1, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.

Detroit.$293 per passenger.Departing Thu, Nov 27, returning Thu, Nov 27.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Thu, Nov 27, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Detroit Wayne County on Thu, Nov 27, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $293, select.

Detroit.$299 per passenger.Departing Fri, Oct 17, returning Mon, Oct 20.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, Oct 17, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, Oct 20, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.

Detroit.$299 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 27, returning Mon, Nov 3.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, Oct 27, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Detroit Wayne County on Mon, Nov 3, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.

Detroit.$299 per passenger.Departing Mon, Jan 12, returning Sat, Jan 24.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Mon, Jan 12, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, Jan 24, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $299, select.

Detroit.$311 per passenger.Departing Fri, Sep 26, returning Sun, Sep 28.Round-trip flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, Sep 26, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with Frontier Airlines, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Sun, Sep 28, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $311, select.

Detroit.$338 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 19, returning Tue, Dec 30.Round-trip flight with United.Outbound indirect flight with United, departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, Dec 19, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound indirect flight with United, departing from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, Dec 30, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $338, select.

Detroit.$359 per passenger.Departing Fri, Dec 19, returning Tue, Dec 30.Round-trip flight with Delta.Outbound direct flight with Delta departing from Milwaukee General Mitchell on Fri, Dec 19, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Inbound direct flight with Delta departing from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, Dec 30, arriving in Milwaukee General Mitchell.Price includes taxes and charges.From $359, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County flights are currently cheapest in November.

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Direct flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County

Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Detroit Wayne County.

Milwaukee to Detroit: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$236
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 14 mins
Most popular airline	WestJet
Average flights per week	127

Finding cheap flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County is $236. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County?

1 hour and 14 minutes is the average flight time from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County.

Which airlines fly direct from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County?

WestJet, Delta and KLM fly direct from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County.

How many flights are there a week from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County?

There are 127 flights per week flying from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County, as of September 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County?

The cheapest month to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell to Detroit Wayne County is usually November.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport on Friday, November 21, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 14 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Detroit Wayne County?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Detroit Wayne County but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Detroit?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Detroit is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Milwaukee General Mitchell Airport to Detroit Wayne County?

Currently, Spirit Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Detroit Wayne County.

Traveling from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Detroit's timezone is UTC-4, making Detroit one hour ahead of Milwaukee.
Take your pick of 41 weekly General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights. The 06:49 departure with Delta Air Lines is the earliest you can take. Delta Air Lines operates the latest service of the day at 19:06.
Leave enough time to make your MKE to DTW flight. Generally, it's best to arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier than normal. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Getting to Detroit (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier offers direct flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The airline most travelers fly with on this route is Delta Air Lines.
The most punctual carrier that operates MKE to DTW flights is Delta Air Lines. Its services land without delay 73.0% of the time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MKE and DTW include:
- O'Hare International Airport
- Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
- Lambert-St. Louis International Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from General Mitchell International Airport (MKE) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

$85 is the lowest price for a one-way General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start at $236. These prices can change based on demand.
Book six months before your departure date. After crunching the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from MKE to DTW.
The cheapest month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MKE to DTW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights using filters. Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

Handy information about General Mitchell International Airport (MKE)

You'll find MKE at 5300 S. Howell Avenue.
78.97% of flights that depart General Mitchell International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach General Mitchell International Airport from central Milwaukee, it takes around 15 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 14 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
The trip on public transport typically takes 40 minutes.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near MKE. Whether you've booked an early flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are ideal:

Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

Consider booking a hotel near DTW if you're taking a late General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's usual tourist stops.
Lock in the best deal by booking your ride from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.

Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit

DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to the center of Detroit has a drive time of about 25 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometers away.
Getting to the center on public transport takes roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.

When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

August is the most popular month for flights from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To avoid the crowds, go to Detroit in February.
Book your flight from General Mitchell International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport for July if you want to visit Detroit during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MKE to DTW sometime around then if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of United States

Detroit has its own special appeal, but there are so many other parts of United States you should also see. Around 386 kilometers west of Detroit, a trip to Chicago will keep your itinerary busy. Don't miss top attractions like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 257 kilometers south of Detroit, Columbus is another favorite stop in United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.