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Cheapest return flight
£120
Typical prices: £122-£242
JetBlue
Sun 21/1Wed 24/1
MCO - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest direct flights
£149
Typical prices: £122-£243
Delta
Mon 3/12Fri 7/12
MCO - DTW • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with Delta, Frontier, and Southwest. Average duration is 2h 47m
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Most punctual • 85% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 35% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg £78 (return)
Shortest trip • 4h 42m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Orlando to Detroit (MCO-DTW)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Orlando to Detroit

Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
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17:55 - 23:56MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 01m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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06:06 - 14:02DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
7h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£130JetBlue
Thu, 10 Dec - Sun, 13 Dec
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15:49 - 23:56MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 07m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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06:00 - 11:16DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
5h 16m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
£137JetBlue
Sun, 31 Jan - Sun, 7 Feb
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20:55 - 23:47MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
2h 52mdirect
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19:45 - 22:31DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
2h 46mdirect
£149Delta
Tue, 24 Nov - Wed, 2 Dec
JetBlue Logo
09:00 - 15:19MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 19m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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16:20 - 22:08DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
5h 48m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
£152JetBlue
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
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07:10 - 12:20MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 10m1 stop Baltimore/Washington
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13:25 - 16:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
2h 35mdirect
£157Southwest
Sun, 24 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
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08:25 - 15:50MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 25m2 stops Lambert-St Louis Chicago Midway
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13:25 - 16:00DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
2h 35mdirect
£160Southwest
Fri, 4 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
JetBlue Logo
09:40 - 15:09MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 29m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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06:06 - 15:02DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
8h 56m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
£164JetBlue
Wed, 20 Jan - Sat, 23 Jan
Southwest Logo
15:05 - 21:55MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 50m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Baltimore/Washington
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16:40 - 21:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
5h 10m1 stop Chicago Midway
£168Southwest
Thu, 19 Nov - Sat, 21 Nov
JetBlue Logo
06:00 - 12:15MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 15m1 stop New York John F Kennedy Intl
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16:30 - 22:19DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
5h 49m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
£169JetBlue
Thu, 3 Dec - Mon, 7 Dec
Southwest Logo
08:50 - 18:00MCO  Orlando-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 10m2 stops Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson Nashville Intl
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06:00 - 14:50DTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MCO Orlando
8h 50m2 stops Nashville Intl Knoxville McGhee Tyson
£172Southwest
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Return flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from £122 to £242. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £120 on JetBlue.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It's 13% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 25% higher.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at £115 return.
•June (£233) and July (£218) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 101% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£60
Beat the crowds with an average 32% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 32% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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Your Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 06:00 and lands at 08:47
    • Latest: departs at 22:59 and lands at 01:46.

    The flight takes about 2h 47m.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A direct flight from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 2h 47m, covering 959 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need another form of identification, such as a driving licence.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Return flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from £122 to £242, with an average of £178 over the past 12 months. Anything below £122 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 23% above the £178 route average. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by having a stopover when flying from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On this route, stopover flights are cheaper than direct options on average. Stopover fares average £78 return via Newark (EWR), compared with £178 for direct.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Frontier is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Delta has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are:

    • Frontier: 85% on time
    • Delta: 82% on time
    • Southwest: 69% on time

    On average, flights on this route are punctual 82% of the time.

  • What is the standard checked bag allowance on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge £25–£75 for the first checked bag in Economy. Premium fares and elite status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and Frontier. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A321-100/200 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 40% leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 30%, Evening flights for 20%, and Night flights for 10%.

  • Have flight prices from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £120 to £1,197. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty programme, while others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

  • How are flight prices from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £83, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £56 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport usually depart from Orlando (MCO) and arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while night departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed on the route from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 19% of flights were delayed in the past three months, with delays averaging 2h 28m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) – 32% of one-stop connections
    • Baltimore/Washington (BWI) – 23% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) – 20% of one-stop connections
    • Raleigh-Durham (RDU) – 7% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 30% on flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at £157 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at £223, a difference of £67.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • Which airlines fly from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    3 airlines operate flights between Orlando Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The airlines offering direct flights on this route include:

    • Delta
    • Frontier
    • Southwest

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Flying via Charlotte Douglas (CLT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 4h 42m, compared to 4h 53m via Nashville Intl (BNA) and 5h 05m via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD).

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Among airlines operating Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

    • Frontier: offers free seat selection
    • Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
    • Southwest: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Frontier: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class
    • Southwest: a cabin bag in Economy class class

    Baggage allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route, and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average £157, about £67 less than Sunday fares (30% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for January. Fares historically average £115 return in that month – typically £118 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • For the best chance of arriving on time, fly with Frontier. Over the past three months, 85% of Frontier flights from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport arrived on time, slightly above the route average of 81%. When flights on this route arrive late, they're delayed by an average of 2h 28m, so choosing an airline with strong on-time performance can make a difference if you're on a tight schedule.
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Newark Airport (EWR) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest stopover option averages £78 return on this route – about £100 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport

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Find which airlines fly direct from Orlando Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Orlando to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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Direct returns

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Orlando

Monday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Tuesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Wednesday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Thursday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Friday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Saturday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

Sunday

Delta,Frontier,Southwest

Delta,Frontier, +1 more

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