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Overview: Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA flight

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Flights from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA depart on average 30 times per day, taking around 4h 51m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €339 but you can travel from only €151 by bus.

The earliest flight runs at 05:45, the last at 19:55. The fastest flight covers the 382 miles (616 km) distance in 3h 39m. August is the cheapest month to fly.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €151
Distance
382 miles (616 km)
Average flight duration
4h 51m
Cheapest ticket price
€339
Flights per day
30
Fastest flight
3h 39m
First flight
5:45 AM
Last flight
7:55 PM
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €151

The cheapest and fastest flights from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA

Showing times and prices for Aug 05

Cheapest price

€378

Average price

€601

Fastest journey

3 h 40 m

Average duration

4 h 10 m

Flights per day

46

Distance

616 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA will cost around €601 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €378.

Fast flights

It's difficult to get from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA without transferring at least once.

  • UnitedUA5381 · UA5610
    2:10 PM6h43
    Detroit Wayne County Airport
    8:53 PMAlbemarle Airport
    3781One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA4754 · UA5532
    5:30 AM4h26
    Detroit Wayne County Airport
    9:56 AMAlbemarle Airport
    3781One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA3500 · UA4815
    10:13 AM3h40
    Detroit Wayne County Airport
    1:53 PMAlbemarle Airport
    3781One-way
    1 transfer
  • UnitedUA426 · UA5565
    11:00 AM6h16
    Detroit Wayne County Airport
    5:16 PMAlbemarle Airport
    3781One-way
    1 transfer
  • American AirlinesAA387+piedmont airlinesAA5966
    6:00 AM6h11
    Detroit Wayne County Airport
    12:11 PMAlbemarle Airport
    3791One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare bus, train, and flight for Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €151. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 4h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €151, and a flight costs an average of €339.

Distance: 382 miles (616 km)

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Most popular
Train
Bus
Driving

€373

Average price

€179

Average price

€178

Average price

Cheapest

€90

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

7h 51m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 51m

Onboard

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3h 0m

Additional time*

17h 25m

Average total duration

16h 55m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

34h 13m

Average total duration

33h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

8h 57m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is a bus with an average price of €178.

This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA:

A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA costing on average €179.

A bus is €195 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA costing on average €373.

The fastest way to travel from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 51m.

Other travel options to Charlottesville, VA take longer:

Train takes on average 16h 55m.

Bus takes on average 33h 43m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Charlottesville, VA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users.

Live departures

Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA flight times

The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA flights for tomorrow, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
UnitedUA4754 · UA56105:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
15h23
8:53 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA4754 · UA55655:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
11h46
5:16 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA4754 · UA55325:30 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
4h26
9:56 AM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA387 · AA1150+Republic AirlinesAA45536:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h13
2:13 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA387+piedmont airlinesAA59666:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
6h11
12:11 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
Republic AirlinesAA4487 · AA4553+psa airlinesAA52446:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h13
2:13 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA387+piedmont airlinesAA61286:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
7h38
1:38 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA387+piedmont airlinesAA58786:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
3h50
9:50 AM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1518+piedmont airlinesAA5966+psa airlinesAA52446:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
6h11
12:11 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4477 · AA45536:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
7h42
2:13 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
Republic AirlinesAA4477+American AirlinesAA2927+piedmont airlinesAA59676:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
10h20
4:51 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4477+American AirlinesAA1150+piedmont airlinesAA59676:31 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
10h20
4:51 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
skywest airlinesAA6465+American AirlinesAA2080+piedmont airlinesAA59676:40 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
10h11
4:51 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA5553 · UA55657:05 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
10h11
5:16 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA5553 · UA56107:05 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
13h48
8:53 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1439+piedmont airlinesAA59667:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
4h56
12:11 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1439+piedmont airlinesAA61287:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
6h23
1:38 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1439+piedmont airlinesAA59677:15 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
9h36
4:51 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA1338 · UA55658:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h26
5:16 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA1338 · UA56108:50 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
12h03
8:53 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA3500 · UA426510:13 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
13h30
11:43 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA3500 · UA481510:13 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
3h40
1:53 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA3193+envoy airAA4103+piedmont airlinesAA596810:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h26
6:50 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
American AirlinesAA3280+piedmont airlinesAA5968+envoy airAA410310:24 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h26
6:50 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
Republic AirlinesAA4494+American AirlinesAA2033+piedmont airlinesAA596810:33 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
8h17
6:50 PM Albemarle Airport2 transfers
UnitedUA426 · UA561011:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
9h53
8:53 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
UnitedUA426 · UA556511:00 AM Detroit Wayne County Airport
6h16
5:16 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1683+piedmont airlinesAA587712:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport
9h11
9:26 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1683+piedmont airlinesAA596712:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport
4h36
4:51 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer
American AirlinesAA1683+piedmont airlinesAA596812:15 PM Detroit Wayne County Airport
6h35
6:50 PM Albemarle Airport1 transfer

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Complete guide to Charlottesville, VA

Things to do in Charlottesville, VA

Discover the best of Charlottesville, VA — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Charlottesville, VA trip today.

  • Must visit

Monticello Visitor Center and Exhibition Galleries

Museum at Monticello presenting Jefferson, slavery, and plantation history through artifacts and exhibitions on the mountain estate.

  • Recommended

The Fralin Museum of Art at UVA

Leading university art museum with global collections from antiquity to today. Strong African art and rotating scholarly exhibitions.

  • Recommended

Kluge-Ruhe Aboriginal Art Collection of the University of Virginia

Museum devoted to Kluge-Ruhe's major collection of Australian Aboriginal art. A distinctive cultural stop rare in the United States.

United States Dollar ($)

Moderate for U.S. college towns: hotels can rise on event weekends, dining is mid-priced, and most visitors need a car or rideshares.

Average meal costs

Budget
$10-15 for fast food or casual takeout.
Mid-range
$18-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
$60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
$3-6 for drip coffee or a latte.

Tipping culture

Tip 18-20% at sit-down restaurants, $1-2 per drink at bars, and 10-15% for taxis. Cafes often have tip screens; small tips are optional for counter service.

FAQs: Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA Flight

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA by flight. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest flight, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Charlottesville, VA, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap plane tickets from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA can start from as little as €339 when you book in advance. The average flight ticket price for Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is €373 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by plane from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is 3h 39m to travel the 382 miles (616 km) long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest flight from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA leaves at 5:45 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest flight from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA leaves at 7:55 PM.
Flights from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA generally leave from Detroit Wayne County Airport and arrive in Albemarle Airport.Detroit Wayne County Airport is 1 miles (3 km) away from Detroit, MI city centre and Albemarle Airport is 1 miles (2 km) from Charlottesville, VA city centre.
The cheapest month for a flight from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Detroit, MI and Charlottesville, VA including taking a bus, train, and flight.
Since neither Detroit, MI nor Charlottesville, VA are in the Schengen Area, passport requirements depend on the specific immigration rules of United States and United States. Entry and visa requirements can be subject to change. For the latest information, check with your destination's embassy or consulate.
There is no time difference between Detroit, MI and Charlottesville, VA.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Charlottesville, VA are:
  • Monticello, the historic plantation and home of Thomas Jefferson offering guided tours and educational exhibits
  • University of Virginia, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Jeffersonian architecture and vibrant campus life
  • Downtown Mall, a pedestrian-friendly area with shops, restaurants, and live entertainment
  • Shenandoah National Park, a nearby natural reserve featuring scenic drives, hiking trails, and wildlife
  • Carter Mountain Orchard, a popular spot for apple picking and panoramic views of the surrounding countryside.
The best events to attend in Charlottesville, VA include:
  • Virginia Festival of the Book, a week-long celebration of literature featuring author readings, panel discussions, and workshops
  • Monticello Wine Festival, an annual event showcasing local wineries with tastings and gourmet food
  • Charlottesville Dogwood Festival, a vibrant spring festival celebrating the blooming dogwoods with parades, arts and crafts, and live music.
The best things to do in Charlottesville, VA include:
  • Visit the IX Art Park, an interactive outdoor art space with murals and sculptures
  • Explore the Virginia Discovery Museum, a family-friendly museum with hands-on exhibits for children
  • Enjoy a wine tasting tour at one of the many local vineyards in the Charlottesville area
  • Attend a performance at the historic Paramount Theater, offering a variety of shows and events
  • Take a scenic drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, renowned for its breathtaking views and natural beauty.
The best holidays to experience in Charlottesville, VA include:
  • Memorial Day, vibrant outdoor activities and the start of summer festivities
  • Independence Day, spectacular fireworks and lively community celebrations
  • Labor Day, pleasant weather for outdoor exploration and local events.
The best season to visit Charlottesville, VA is Spring or Fall. The best weather to explore Charlottesville, VA is during April-June or September-October.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA among Omio's users.
For domestic flights we recommend to arrive 1.5 to 2 hours before departure. Please check the website of your departure airport if in doubt. Some airports may offer booking time slots for security checks or offer additional information on when to get there based on time of day.
Most airlines permit carry-on bags that fit within specific dimensions (e.g., 22 x 14 x 9 inches or 56 x 36 x 23 cm), including handles and wheels. Bags must fit in the overhead bin or under the seat in front of you.
Many airlines impose weight limits, commonly ranging between 7 kg (15 lbs) and 12 kg (26 lbs). Typically, passengers are allowed one carry-on bag and one personal item (for example a purse, laptop bag, or backpack). Personal items must fit under the seat in front of you. Budget Airlines (like Ryanair or Wizz Air) have stricter size and weight limits, often requiring fees for larger carry-ons. Full-Service Airlines have more lenient policies, sometimes including more spacious dimensions or higher weight limits depending on your ticket class.
The list of items prohibited on an airplane varies by country and airline, but in general, the following items are not allowed in carry-on or checked baggage: Weapons and self-defence items, sharp objects, flammable materials, explosives, toxic substances, or liquids over 100ml (except for medications and baby essentials). In checked baggage, firearms (without authorization), explosives, large lithium batteries, and hazardous chemicals are prohibited. Electronic cigarettes must be in carry-on bags, while alcohol and dry ice have restrictions. Always check with your airline for specific regulations.
The currency used in the United States is the US Dollar (USD). For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted, especially credit and debit cards, while cash is useful for small purchases or places that do not accept cards.
In Charlottesville, VA, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing and petty theft, especially in crowded areas and popular attractions. It is advisable to avoid poorly lit or isolated areas at night. Common scams include overcharging by taxis or ride services and unofficial ticket sellers near events. Staying aware of surroundings and using authorized transportation options helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular airports

Popular airports from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA

Most Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA flights use the Detroit Wayne County Airport to Albemarle Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Detroit, MI and Charlottesville, VA airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.

Departure airports in Detroit
Arrival airports in Charlottesville

Which Detroit, MI airport do flights to Charlottesville, VA leave from?

Flights from Detroit, MI to Charlottesville, VA depart from Detroit Wayne County Airport. The airport is 2 miles (4 km) from Detroit, MI city centre at 11050 W G Rogell Dr #602, Detroit, MI 48242, USA.
Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)11050 W G Rogell Dr #602, Detroit, MI 48242, USAWifiShoppingParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelShowerLoungeLost and Found OfficeCar Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Detroit Wayne County Airport from Detroit city centre

Detroit Wayne County Airport is 3 km from Detroit city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus261 · 57m · €1 · every ~4 min
261 · 1h 4m · €1 · every ~4 min

Detroit Wayne County Airport airport facilities and services

Detroit Wayne County Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Shower, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.

Food and drink

Food options include: Restaurants are located in both Mcmara and North terminals, offering a variety of cuisines including American and Italian. Top options include Chick-fil-A and Andiamo.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, near gates and baggage claimas.

Luggage and lost property

Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal..

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