Affordable Flights from TPA to DTW: Discover Detroit's Motor City Magic
Cheapest flight found
$93
Last updated Mar 13, 2026
Prices by Month
Price History
Tracking the May 7, 2026 departure — the cheapest date we found.
Price Behavior: TPA → DTW
Based on 6 months of fare data collected by Trip Manta.
Lowest Fare
$93
Highest Fare
$234
Median Fare
$163
Price Spread
$141
Prices vary significantly — hourly tracking is especially valuable here.
Cheapest month to fly: May 2026 (from $93)
Most expensive month: April 2026 (from $234)
Biggest price drop caught: $51 between consecutive checks
Most frequent cheapest airline: Frontier
What This Means for You
Flights from Tampa to Detroit range from $93 to $234, a $141 spread across the months we track. If your dates are flexible, May 2026 tends to have the lowest fares. Because prices on this route change significantly, setting up hourly price alerts gives you the best chance of catching a short-lived drop before it corrects. We have caught drops as large as $51 between hourly checks on this route.
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Tampa (TPA)
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Detroit (DTW)
Airport Information
Tampa (TPA)
Tampa International Airport (TPA) is consistently ranked as one of the best airports in the United States for its user-friendly layout and overall efficiency. Located just six miles from downtown Tampa, it features a central Landside Terminal connected by automated people movers to four Airside satellites. Travelers can enjoy a wide variety of local Florida-inspired eateries, high-end retail shops, and plenty of charging stations while waiting for their departure to Detroit.
Detroit (DTW)
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) serves as a primary hub for Delta Air Lines and is a major international gateway for the Midwest. The airport is famous for its sleek, ultra-modern McNamara Terminal, which includes a colorful LED light tunnel connecting Concourses A and B, providing a unique sensory experience for arriving passengers. DTW offers excellent amenities, including a Westin hotel attached directly to the terminal for late-night arrivals.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the flight from Tampa to Detroit?
A non-stop flight from TPA to DTW typically takes about 2 hours and 45 minutes, though head-winds or weather may add a few minutes.
Which airlines offer non-stop flights between TPA and DTW?
Delta Air Lines, Southwest Airlines, and Spirit Airlines are the primary carriers offering frequent non-stop service on this route.
Is there a time difference between Tampa and Detroit?
No, both Tampa and Detroit are located in the Eastern Time Zone, so you will not need to adjust your watch upon arrival.
What is the best way to get from DTW to downtown Detroit?
Rideshare services like Uber and Lyft are popular, but the FAST Michigan Avenue bus also provides a budget-friendly direct link to the city center.
Does Detroit Metropolitan Airport have multiple terminals?
Yes, DTW has two main terminals: the McNamara Terminal (primarily Delta and partners) and the Evans Terminal (formerly North Terminal, serving most other airlines).
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