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DTW-FRA
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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Frankfurt

 
Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of KAYAK-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are specific to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Airlines
United Airlines

United Polaris offers lie-flat seats with aisle access, ideal for long-haul international flights.


United's Premium Plus cabin provides extra recline and legroom, enhancing comfort on long-haul flights.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa's Premium Economy offers 50% more space and an extra checked bag for long-haul comfort.


Enjoy a three-course meal with complimentary drinks in Economy on long-haul Lufthansa flights.

Read more about Lufthansaby Jessica Macdonald
Airports
DTW

For early departures, consider overnight stays at nearby hotels offering parking deals and shuttle services to DTW, ensuring a stress-free morning.

Read more about DTWby Ramsey Qubein
FRA

Expect lengthy queues at immigration when arriving from the US. Allow at least 90 minutes for onward connections at FRA.

Read more about FRAby Duncan Madden
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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

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Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek

Stefanie Waldek is a freelance space, travel, and design writer based in Saratoga Springs, NY. Her words have appeared in Space.com, Travel + Leisure, Condé Nast Traveler, Architectural Digest, and House Beautiful, among other publications. An expert in aviation and expedition cruising, Stefanie is frequently up in the air or on the sea, likely en route to Antarctica or the Arctic.

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

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Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

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Duncan Madden

Duncan Madden

Duncan is a freelance travel writer, copywriter and book author in constant search of travel stories and the perpetual sensation of being on holiday. He’s never happier than when on a dusty trail in search of empty waves or ducking under the piste tape in search of snowbound solitude. British born, living in Germany, but happiest heading for the horizon. His first book, Found in Translation, explores the etymologies and stories of country names around the world and is out now.

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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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KAYAK's insights & trends for Detroit to Frankfurt flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Detroit to Frankfurt to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Frankfurt am Main on a Sunday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Detroit, you should consider flying back on a Tuesday, and avoid Mondays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport is February, where tickets cost C$ 1,084 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are June and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is C$ 1,563 and C$ 1,493 respectively.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 9 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

February

High season

July
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (15% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Detroit to Frankfurt

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Frankfurt based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking Detroit to Frankfurt am Main flights

  • What is the luggage allowance on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport with Delta?

    For Basic Economy Class on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport with Delta, passengers are allowed to carry one personal item on board. However, basic economy passengers are not allowed to carry on, and checked baggage is subject to fees with a limit of one bag. The Main Cabin includes one free carry-on item and one personal item. Passengers in the Main Cabin are also allowed to check one bag for free.

  • What transit options are available from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) to the city center?

    The fastest and most convenient way to get from Frankfurt Airport to the city center is by train. The Regional Express trains (RE) run every 15-30 minutes from Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 to Frankfurt Central Station (Hauptbahnhof). The journey takes around 15-20 minutes. Several public buses including lines 61, 72, 73, and 975 also connect the airport with the city center and neighboring towns.

  • What seat selection options are available on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport with Air France?

    You can choose your seat for free during online check-in starting 30 hours before the flight's departure time. If you prefer to select your seat in advance, you can do so by paying a fee. Passengers can choose the Seat Plus option, which provides extra legroom and seat reclining on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport.

  • Which airline offers flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport with lower carbon emissions?

    Lufthansa offers flights from Detroit to Frankfurt Airport with lower carbon emissions. The airline has invested in more fuel-efficient aircraft such as the Airbus A350 and the Boeing 777-9. These aircraft use state-of-the-art engines and lightweight materials that reduce fuel consumption by up to 25%.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    All the following airlines offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Detroit to Frankfurt am Main flight route: Lufthansa, United Airlines, KLM, Air France, Virgin Atlantic, Delta, Alaska Airlines, SWISS, and Air Canada.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    The Airbus A330-200 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Detroit to Frankfurt am Main flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    SkyTeam, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Detroit and Frankfurt am Main, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    There are direct flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Frankfurt am Main from Detroit is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Frankfurt am Main with an airline and back to Detroit with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Frankfurt am Main from Detroit up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Frankfurt am Main Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for C$ 735 or less one-way and C$ 1,182 or less round-trip.
  • US citizens do not need a visa for flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) for stays of up to 90 days under the Visa Waiver Program. However, travelers must obtain an Electronic System for Travel Authorization (ESTA) before departure to Germany. It is recommended to apply for ESTA at least 72 hours before the departure date to avoid any last-minute issues.
  • Frankfurt Airport (FRA) serves as a gateway to various cities in addition to Frankfurt am Main. Some of these nearby cities include Mainz, Wiesbaden, Darmstadt, Offenbach, Hanau, Bad Homburg, and Rüsselsheim.
  • Air Canada offers a range of services and amenities for families with kids on flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Families with young children can enjoy priority boarding and a wide range of entertainment options for children. Air Canada also offers special meals for children, including baby food, children's meals, and vegetarian options.
  • Connecting flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) will usually have layovers in various cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for this route include Amsterdam (AMS), New York (JFK), Reykjavik (KEF), Charlotte (CLT), Toronto (YYZ), Montreal (YUL), and Washington, D.C. (IAD).
  • Icelandair provides free wheelchair assistance for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Detroit (DTW) to Frankfurt Airport (FRA). The airline also offers special seating arrangements for passengers with reduced mobility, such as aisle seats with armrests that can be lifted for easier access.
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Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main?

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

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Frankfurt am Main

Monday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Tuesday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Wednesday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Thursday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Friday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Saturday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Sunday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

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Direct returns

Frankfurt am Main to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Tuesday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Wednesday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Thursday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Friday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Saturday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

Sunday

Air France,Delta,KLM, +4 more

Air France,Delta, +5 more

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Top 4 airlines serving from Detroit to Frankfurt

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Detroit to Frankfurt am Main. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8.0
DeltaOverall score based on 7920 reviews
8.5Crew
7.3Food
8.2Boarding
7.9Entertainment
7.9Comfort
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This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

10.0 ExcellentGary, Apr 2025TPA - LAX
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This had nothing to do with Delta… The flights were on time and flawless. The service was excellent. We purchased seats in (aisle/middle) comfort plus since this was a cross country flight. Unfortunately, the woman seated at the window was 300+ pounds and, as might be expected, covered up about a third of the middle seat also. there was absolutely nothing that Delta could have done about that… I just don’t know what the answer should be. If you purchase a seat, you should should be able to use the entire seat and not just the portion that someone else is not sitting/oozing in. Disappointing…there should be something that could be done….I'm just not sure what solution could be.

Delayed take-off. Very small plane so very scary with lots of bumps during the flight. Would never fly Delta on short flights in small 80 seaters plane again! Felt relieved when landed.

The worst part was I was NOT allowed in the lounge even though I was holding a first class ticket and have a premium American Express card. I have flown Business or First Class with many airlines. Delta is the ONLY one who does not extend this courtesy to anyone except people who hold the very expensive American Express card. As a result, I won’t fly Delta if I have any other choice.

It was an overnight flight and I desperately needed coffee before we landed, but Delta does only one beverage service, and that is shortly after takeoff, not before landing at 5 am.

A little bumpy ride . No food was being provided due the the turbulence. That was ok it was a short flight to my standards.

Simply outstanding. Their new lounge for Delta One customers is a cut above the rest.

The Dekta Rep that checked us in was great. She's very personable, pleasant, and can tell she enjoys her job.

After a 5 hour delay waiting at the gate (3 delays adding up) with no clear reason provided, we finally boarded flew 3/4 of the way to Toronto then were turned back to New York. As we neared New York, the pilot declared that it was his fault, something to do with timing and him not being allowed into the country???? How could the airline let his happen? They had hours to prepare and make sure they had a crew available for the flight! We ended up in Toronto a day late with no sleep.

The plane was old with small storage areas that had problems closing/latching and not enough storage for everyone, and worn, damaged seats. Service was great but feel a little unsafe on such well used planes.

Terrible and im avoiding them in the future. My initial flight was delayed causing me to rebook my flight and when speaking with the representative to rebook I explained this is the second time my flights were delayed and they did nothing to help me. I wasn't booked to comfort plus or given a voucher or anything. I was almost late for my meeting that I needed to attend on Monday because of the games delta played delaying my flights even more and putting me in the very back of the plane next to an extremely intoxicated passenger

I appreciate that KLM was proactive in informing me of the 2 hour delay which enabled me to replan my travel. It was a bit stressful not knowing whether my connection from Montreal to Ottawa was happening. But the ground and air crew did a good job at comforting and assuring me.

Cabin crew professional, polite and friendly, boarding was seemless, but come on KLM surely you can do better than a pack of cheesy biscuits as an inflight snack

Cabin crew were excellent, very proffesional, polite and friendly, in flight snack was underwhelming, a packet of cheese biscuits, im sure KLM could run to a sandwich!

This portion of the flight was through Indigo. A local carrier. So all economy seating. No real service some refreshments for purchase standard economy stuff.

You should not have to pay for WiFi in business class

Transfer at Amsterdam airport is very convenient and the airport is easy to navigate. Boarding was also quick and easy. Cabin crew were excellent and the meals were good, although lacking in options.

Overall very positive. Boarding was quick and organized. Cabin was clean and seats were reasonably comfortable. Cabin crew was excellent and the meals provided were also of good quality

This fight left ahead of time which meant it arrived early which was great. Staff were very professional, but as with all these Short hop Flights the food was a disappointing snack There was no entertainment on this flight, but I did not expect any

I flew premium economy and this was a good option. Although the seats didn’t recline much, I was able to get some sleep with my head propped against the window. The food was good and the entertainment was wonderful The staff were very attentive and professional

Overall very poor. Flight was disorganised, staff were rude and this is my second experience with KLM that I've had baggage go missing. It feels like, if you are an economy customer, KLM staff do not show you any care. I shall never fly with KLM again. Worst airline in Europe

I did not fly by vergin atlantic from bangalore to vasco da gama

Your flight delayed at Heathrow n I almost missed my mother funeral.you idiots. I had to waste 10 hours in different airports. Thank your stars I'm not suing you.

Miami airport needs more thorough signage. It was a long walk from my transport point to the check in desk,

Flight took off an hour late. Had to stay on the tarmac for half an hour after landing. Both annoying.

We had an unfortunate experience where we had to leave the aircraft after boarding, shortly before the scheduled takeoff time, and re-board. The reason given was that a passenger felt ill and had to cancel their plans and therefor their luggage had to be found and removed.

We’ve used VA before many times the experience is always been good they have lovely staff and the food is always delicious.

Everything about the flight was amazing from check in to boarding entertainment was okay food we didn’t try.

Seats were old and dirty, for a long haul flight you expect to be able to recline and for the av to work properly. Choice for vegans was fruit….

The Virgin Atlantic crew was very good. However, the equipment was OK, the seats were OK, but her bags did not arrive with me. Two bags showed up a day later and I’m still waiting for my third back.

The crew was very good. However, the equipment was a bit dated. Some of the electronics were not working. To top it, three bags didn’t arrive with me. Two of them were delivered a day later. I’m still waiting for the third bag, I was so looking forward to this virgin Atlantic flight, but, I am disappointed.

The row of seats were so cramped it was difficult to get in and out of your seat. I even upgraded. A long flight and sad accommodations 😵‍💫 the shorter flight was very comfortable and the seating was spacious

I bought a ticket and paid for for our luggage but I had to pay for my luggage again. I’m so disappointed! We had a 30 min delay and because of that we missed our connecting flight and were told that we would be on the next flight (9am flight ) but we were landed we were booked at 12pm flight. I had a little baby w me, it was very stressful. I begged to leave at 10 am at least. I was emailed that we get a voucher but they didn’t work when we were at a breakfast store. I’ve been always happy w Lufthansa but this time was awful.

Good service … bus transfer upon arrival from plane to terminal: atrocious!!!

We had a 1 1/2 hour delay before we left Denver. When we arrive to Frankfort, they didn’t announce that people with connecting flights to exit the plane first. My next flight was already boarding when we we taxiing in to the gate. I waited another 10 minutes to get off the plane. I had to run to catch my next flight. I mean run! I made it with one minute to spare, but my luggage did not. My luggage came two hours later on a different flight.

My flight was late from US to Frankfurt so I missed my connecting flight flight and I had to wait for long to catch the next flight which was very tiring. Otherwise everyone was very nice.

It would have been nice if my luggage had made it onto my connecting flight as well. Now I have to wait for my luggage to be delivered and that might take a while, which certainly put a damper on the entire experience.

Crew was not happy. Very uncomfortable seats. When person leans back in front of you the screen is too close to me. Food was awful.

Lufthansa charged me $280 to take skiiis when in the US the boot bag and skiis are one check-in bag. This was not advertised and a real shock at the airport. They only took the boot bag as a check-in item. The seats have been squeezed together like any economy airline and legroom is not as good as it used to be. Otherwise, the flight was fine and staff was helpful for making my connection.

On board Entertainment and crew services were absolutely trash! Neither me, nor any of my 40 family/friends members are flying Lufthansa again!

This is my second time to fly this year with Lufthansa and both times they dropped the ball. My ticket was very cheap and l would not be honest if l said that l had some high expectations for that price. Fly delay 6 hours. Screen in fey seats around me didn’t work. Food for dinner was ok but breakfast was so poor. We had connection in Frankfurt for Vienna. Because of delay they gave us fly with 30 min layover time. We got to Vienna but our baggage was late of course. Long story short it took us almost 24 hours to get to the final destination. Very bad experience

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