Cheap Flights from Detroit (DET) to Lansing (LAN)

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Flights from Detroit (DET) to Lansing (LAN)
Origin airport
Coleman A. Young Municipal
Destination airport
Capital Region Intl.
Distance
84 mi

Detroit to Lansing Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Detroit to Lansing

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Detroit to Lansing are during the month of . You can find some of the cheapest flights from Detroit to Lansing with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

The best time to book a flight from Detroit to Lansing

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Detroit to Lansing: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Detroit to Lansing

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Detroit to Lansing in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Detroit to Lansing flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Detroit to Lansing airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from DET to LAN last minute?
Being a spontaneous soul is a wonderful way to travel around, but it’s not necessarily the cleverest way to nab a cheap plane ticket. It’s better to book your Coleman A. Young International Airport to LAN trip in advance rather than leaving it until the last minute. Based on flight pricing and demand studies in 2022, we have found that the best time to book domestic flights is between 28 – 35 days ahead of the departure date, and international flights three to four months in advance. Leave your spontaneous side for when you reach LAN!
What airports do you fly into for Lansing from Detroit?
With Capital Region Intl. Airport (LAN), Bishop Intl. Airport (FNT) and Gerald R. Ford Intl. Airport (GRR) to pick from, journeying from Detroit to Lansing is simple. The city’s main hub, Capital Region Intl. Airport (LAN), is about 3 mi northwest of the downtown area. Besides ticket prices, consider things like public transportation options from the airport and the distance to your hotel when deciding where to fly into. Get your Lansing vacation off to a terrific start by visiting Michigan State University and Spartan Stadium.
Can I change the date of my flight from Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET) to Capital Region Intl. Airport?
Expedia makes it easy to make amendments to your Coleman A. Young International Airport to Capital Region Intl. Airport trip yourself. Log in to the Expedia Trips portal and hit “change flight.” Look for new flights and lock in the one that works with your new plans. You’ll get an estimate of any flight change fees. Alternatively, visit our Customer Service portal to chat to our Virtual Agent and quickly get answers to your questions.

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