2 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (Detroit) to Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Washington, D.C.).
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | DCA Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
5 miles (8 km) from the city centre. 26.3 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Subway | Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways | Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance |
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.
Washington, D.C. is the same time as Detroit. Washington, D.C. uses the US dollar (USD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, American Airlines and Delta Air Lines fly this route nonstop.
About 405 miles (651 km) between the airports.
Washington, D.C. is the same time as Detroit.
This is domestic travel for US citizens: no passport or visa is needed, but travelers 18 and over need a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID to fly.
Metro Blue and Yellow lines from Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport station, linked to Terminal 2 by pedestrian walkways, Metro fares $2.25-$6.75 at weekday peak by distance.
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.