Orlando from Detroit, Oct 16–18: round trip from $443
We found Detroit to Orlando round trips on F9 at $443 per person, $885 for two, for Oct 16–18, 2026, 2 nights with 1 stop each way. A nonstop was $452 per person. The weekend cools from 93°F with Friday thunderstorms to 75°F by Sunday, and the best-value hotel, Avanti International Resort, is $259 for both nights.
The flight
$443 per person, round trip
$885 for two, taxes and fees included · Frontier · 1 stop · 7h 25m
Out Fri, Oct 16, 6:51 PM – Fri, Oct 16, 11:29 PM · back Sun, Oct 18, 8:52 AM – Sun, Oct 18, 11:39 AM
| Airline | Per person | Stops | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier | $443 | 1 stop | 7h 25m |
| Frontier | $452 | nonstop | 5h 30m |
| Frontier | $443 | 1 stop | 7h 28m |
Prices checked Oct 12, 2026, 8:26 PM EDT. Prices change; the binding price is the one on the booking site.
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Your trip for two
| For two | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $885 |
| Avanti International Resort, 2 nights | $259 |
| Trip total for two | $1,144 |
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Why go now
$443 per person round trip, $885 for two, is what we found for Oct 16–18, 2026, taxes and fees included. Heads-up on value: that's above $398, the median of 9 earlier checks on this route, and the lowest we saw in the past 30 days was $241. So this isn't a price drop. The reason to look is the timing. October in Orlando means the EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events, and the forecast cools through the weekend: 93°F with thunderstorms on Friday, then 79°F on Saturday and 75°F on Sunday, with a 20% and 29% chance of showers. Add $259 for two nights at Avanti International Resort and the planned budget for two comes to $1,665, including $520 for spending. Prices change, so check the live fare before you decide.
The kind of trip this is
This is a quick theme-park and festival weekend. You land Friday night and fly home Sunday morning, so the plan is really one full Saturday: a park day, an evening of fireworks or Halloween events, or a slow loop through EPCOT's food booths. It's best for a couple or two friends who want to see one park and sleep near it. It's a fast pace, with not much time to wander.
Weather in Orlando, Oct 16–18
Highs 75–93°F, a small chance of rain
| Day | High | Low | Rain chance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fri, Oct 16 | 93 °F | 75 °F | 42% |
| Sat, Oct 17 | 79 °F | 73 °F | 20% |
| Sun, Oct 18 | 75 °F | 72 °F | 29% |
Where to stay in Orlando
Avanti International Resort is the best value: $259 for the stay, or $130 a night, rated 7.6 from 8,790 reviews. You get a Deluxe Queen Room with Two Queen Beds and free cancellation. It's in the Universal Orlando area, which is walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe. Balcony Lake Views - Pool, Gym, WiFi & Parking is the top rated at 9.7 from 210 reviews. It's $272 for a One-Bedroom Apartment with Lake View in Lake Buena Vista, a short shuttle from Disney, but it doesn't offer free cancellation. Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center is the budget pick at $130 a night, rated 7.4 from 11,420 reviews. It's also in the Universal area and comes with free cancellation. None of the three include meals.
Avanti International Resort
$259 for 2 nights, two guests · $130 a night
See roomsBalcony Lake Views - Pool, Gym, WiFi & Parking
$272 for 2 nights, two guests · $136 a night
See roomsWyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center
$259 for 2 nights, two guests · $130 a night
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Where in Orlando
- Walt Disney World Resort: On-site hotels with early park entry and free transport.
- Lake Buena Vista: Hotels a short shuttle from Disney with lower rates.
- Universal Orlando area: Walkable to Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure and Epic Universe.
- International Drive: Central strip with outlet malls, restaurants and attractions.
- Kissimmee: Vacation villas with private pools for larger families.
What to do in Orlando
- Watch the fireworks over Cinderella Castle at Magic Kingdom on Saturday night
- Ride Hagrid's Magical Creatures Motorbike Adventure at Universal, walkable from the Avanti hotels
- Explore the Epic Universe park, Universal's newest
- Spend a day at EPCOT's World Showcase while the Food & Wine Festival is on
- Take a kayak or airboat tour on the Wekiva River for a break from the parks
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Getting there and around
| Airports in Detroit | Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) |
|---|---|
| Airports in Orlando | Orlando International (MCO), Orlando Sanford International (SFB) |
| Flight time | 7h 25m (1 stop) |
| Distance | 967 miles each way |
| Time difference | same time zone |
What 2 nights in Orlando costs
| Estimate | |
|---|---|
| Flights for two | $886 |
| Hotel, 2 nights (Avanti International Resort) | $259 |
| Food, getting around and tickets, 2 days for two | $520 |
| Total for two | $1,665 |
Flights and hotel are the prices we found; spending is a planning estimate for an upscale destination, per person per day times two.
Price history: Detroit to Orlando
| Per person | |
|---|---|
| This trip | $443 per person |
| Lowest in the last 30 days | $241 (Oct 13, 2026) |
| Typical price, last 60 days | $398 |
| Price checks | 9 |
Good to know
- Passport: not needed for US citizens; a government ID is enough.
- Currency: US dollar (USD).
- EPCOT Food & Wine Festival and Halloween events
- No passport needed, you pay in US dollars, and Orlando is on the same time as Detroit.
- The $443 fare has 1 stop and takes 7h 25m out. A nonstop at $452 per person takes 5h 30m.
- Weather: Friday reaches 93°F with a 42% chance of thunderstorms, so pack a rain layer.
- Avanti International Resort and Wyndham I-Drive Avanti Resort & Conference Center have free cancellation. Balcony Lake Views doesn't.
- Detroit to Orlando is 967 miles. Orlando has two airports, Orlando International (MCO) and Orlando Sanford International (SFB).
Questions readers ask
How much is the flight?
We found $443 per person round trip on F9, or $885 for two, with taxes and fees included. It has 1 stop. A nonstop was $452 per person. Prices move, so check the live fare.
What are the flight times?
You leave Detroit (DTW) on Friday, Oct 16 at 6:51 PM and land at Orlando International (MCO) at 11:29 PM. The return leaves Sunday, Oct 18 at 8:52 AM and lands at 11:39 AM.
Is 2 nights enough?
It's enough for one full day. With a late Friday arrival and a Sunday morning flight home, Saturday is your park day. Choose one park, or EPCOT for the Food & Wine Festival.
What is the weather like?
The forecast is 93°F with thunderstorms on Friday, a 42% chance. Saturday is 79°F with a 20% chance of showers, and Sunday is 75°F with a 29% chance. Lows stay between 72°F and 75°F.
What does the whole weekend cost for two?
Our planned budget for two is $1,665: $886 for flights, $259 for two nights at Avanti International Resort and $520 for spending.
Do I need a passport?
No. It's a domestic trip, so you pay in US dollars and there's no time difference from Detroit.
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