- Must visit
The Ringling
Major art museum with European paintings, circus collections, gardens, and the Ringlings' historic estate on Sarasota Bay.
Flights from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL depart on average 43 times per day, taking around 5h 17m. Cheap flight tickets for this journey start at €153 but you can travel from only €115 by bus.
The earliest flight runs at 05:30, the last at 21:12. The fastest flight covers the 1036 miles (1668 km) distance in 3h 40m. May is the cheapest month to fly.
Distance 1036 miles (1668 km) |
Average flight duration 5h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price €153 |
Flights per day 43 |
Fastest flight 3h 40m |
First flight 5:30 AM |
Last flight 9:12 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Best time to book 70 days |
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€347
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€395
Fastest journey on Sep 19
6 h 15 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
6 h 46 m
Flights on Sep 19
3
Distance
1668 km
The best way to find a cheap flight ticket from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL 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 Sarasota, FL will cost around €395 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €347.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 3 flights from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL, including 3 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct flights cover the 1668 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some flights will get you there in just 6 h 15 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the longest flights will take 7 h 7 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.






Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €184 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 17m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €184, while a flight costs an average of €470.
Distance: 1036 miles (1668 km)
| Flight | Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€470 Average price | €184 Average price Cheapest | €201 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
7h 17m Average total duration Fastest 5h 17m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 31h 58m Average total duration 31h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 53m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL:
A bus is €286 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL costing on average €470.
Other travel options to Sarasota, FL take longer:
Bus takes on average 31h 28m.
The table below shows live departures for Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL flights for tomorrow, Saturday, September 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated flight journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:00 AM Detroit, MI | 7h07 | 4:07 PM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:52 PM Detroit, MI | 6h15 | 1:07 AM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:37 PM Detroit, MI | 6h56 | 2:33 AM Sarasota, FL | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Major art museum with European paintings, circus collections, gardens, and the Ringlings' historic estate on Sarasota Bay.
Marine science center with local sea life exhibits and touch tanks, ideal for learning about Sarasota Bay ecology.
Contemporary art museum on the New College campus with rotating exhibitions, sculpture, and free admission.
Popular white-sand beach area for sunsets, swimming, and strolling, with broad views and easy public beach access.
Downtown bayfront park with marina views, public art, waterfront walks, lawns, and frequent community events.
Walkable downtown district lined with shops, galleries, and historic buildings, useful for exploring Sarasota on foot.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL 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 Sarasota, FL, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Detroit, MI to Sarasota, FL flights use the Detroit Wayne County Airport to Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport airport pair. Use this guide to compare Detroit, MI and Sarasota, FL airports on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like airport facilities and services.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is 3 km from Detroit city centre. Public transport options include:
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 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.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located throughout both terminals, near gates and baggage claimas.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Detroit Wayne County Airport: Elevators, ramps, toilets.
Nearby hotels include Hotels are available within walking distance, including The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport Hotel located in the Mcmara terminal..
Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport is 3 km from Sarasota city centre. Public transport options include:
Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, and Car Rental.
Food options include: Restaurants are located in the main terminal, including Dewar's Clubhouse and Dunkin'.
Free Wi-Fi available throughout the airport. ATMs are located in the main terminal.
Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport: Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Sarasota/Bradenton International Airport: Ramps, assistance.
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