Cheap flights from Detroit (DTT) to Chicago (CHI) from $59

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DTT — CHI
Mar 24 — Mar 311

The best prices from Detroit All airports to Chicago are usually found in September or April, booked 84 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September

Round-trip from

$223

One-way from

$70
High demand for flights, 16% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 25% potential price drop
From Detroit (DTT) to Chicago (CHI)
One-way flight from Detroit (DTT) to Chicago (CHI)

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Detroit to Chicago?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 17% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Detroit to Chicago?

Find a great deal and save up to 334% by booking at least 37 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from Detroit to Chicago within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at $343.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Chicago?

September can be a great time to fly to Chicago from Detroit with a flight ticket averaging about $245. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of September for as cheap as $98. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of July.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Chicago (DTT - CHI)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Detroit to Chicago in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 16% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the evening.

Cheap Delta flights from Detroit to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Delta for the route between Detroit and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Find some of the cheapest Delta flights traveling from Detroit to Chicago. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/177:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Sat 4/2712:15 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Wed 5/157:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/18$98
Wed 4/177:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/2411:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Fri 4/127:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/208:25 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Mon 4/221:23 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 3/17$108
Thu 4/116:05 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Sat 4/137:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/17$117
Sat 4/278:45 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Sun 4/287:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/18$119
Fri 4/197:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Sun 4/217:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/17$128
Wed 4/1012:29 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Fri 4/129:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/16$137

Cheap Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Chicago

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Spirit Airlines for the route between Detroit and Chicago. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Browse through some of the cheapest Spirit Airlines flights traveling from Detroit to Chicago. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.
Wed 4/1010:16 amDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/1711:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$116
Sat 4/2011:10 amDTW - ORD
1 stop10h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2210:00 pmORD - DTW
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$122
Wed 4/103:14 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Wed 4/1711:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$123
Tue 4/163:14 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 29mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/2311:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$124
Mon 4/154:33 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop18h 05mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/2210:00 pmORD - DTW
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$131
Mon 4/86:29 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/910:00 pmORD - DTW
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$132
Tue 4/98:39 amDTW - ORD
1 stop13h 31mSpirit Airlines
Fri 4/129:25 pmORD - DTW
1 stop12h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$133
Mon 4/155:53 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop15h 35mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/1611:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 02mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$137
Mon 4/86:29 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Sat 5/411:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop7h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$138

Cheap Detroit to Chicago flights in March & April 2024

Find cheap flight options from Detroit to Chicago specifically for the months of March and April 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Prices were last updated on March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/177:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Tue 4/1612:29 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Tue 4/239:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Sat 4/206:17 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:00 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sat 4/209:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/177:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/2411:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Wed 4/241:25 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Fri 4/127:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Wed 4/244:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 4/259:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/208:25 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Mon 4/228:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/17$108

Detroit to Chicago 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Detroit and Chicago in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Check out some of the best flight deals from Detroit to Chicago in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/177:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Tue 4/1612:29 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Tue 4/239:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Sat 4/206:17 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:00 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sat 4/209:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/177:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/2411:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Wed 4/241:25 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Fri 4/127:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Wed 4/244:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 4/259:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/208:25 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Mon 4/228:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/17$108

Non-stop flights to Chicago from Detroit

Discover non-stop flight options from Detroit to Chicago. Find direct flights with no layovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore non-stop flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Take a look at some of the direct flights traveling from Detroit to Chicago in the near future. Select from other flights from Detroit to Chicago by using the search form above.
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/177:30 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Tue 4/1612:29 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Tue 4/239:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$97
Sat 4/206:17 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Tue 4/233:00 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Sat 4/209:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$98
Wed 4/177:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 4/2411:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/174:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Wed 4/241:25 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 3/18$99
Wed 4/107:14 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Fri 4/127:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Wed 4/244:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Thu 4/259:30 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 3/17$107
Sat 4/208:25 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 24mDelta
Mon 4/228:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Deal found 3/17$108

Detroit to Chicago flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Detroit to Chicago for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Consider one of these great deals we found on last-minute flights from Detroit to Chicago. Users should examine the flight details to ensure there are no surprises.
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/278:43 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$188
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Wed 3/279:08 amMDW - DTW
2 stops11h 06mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$219
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/294:30 pmORD - DTW
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$252
Tue 3/266:15 amDTW - MDW
1 stop11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/293:15 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop18h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$257
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop9h 27mMultiple Airlines
Fri 3/294:30 pmORD - DTW
1 stop5h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$258
Tue 3/2612:43 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop9h 48mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/287:46 amMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$262
Wed 3/276:15 amDTW - MDW
1 stop11h 46mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/287:46 amMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$276
Mon 3/259:21 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 10mSpirit Airlines
Mon 4/110:00 pmORD - DTW
1 stop9h 27mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$289
Sun 3/2410:21 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 44mSpirit Airlines
Tue 4/911:14 amORD - DTW
1 stop10h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$292

One-way flights to Chicago from Detroit

Search for one-way flight options from Detroit to Chicago. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Detroit to Chicago. Users needing a return flight from Detroit to Chicago should utilize the search form above.
Mon 4/156:15 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 3/17$59
Tue 4/912:29 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 3/17$59
Tue 5/145:33 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop7h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/18$60
Tue 5/1410:19 amDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 22mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$61
Wed 5/81:11 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop11h 19mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/17$61
Mon 4/86:29 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop16h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/18$62
Mon 4/153:14 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop20h 00mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/16$63
Fri 4/1910:42 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop23h 23mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 3/17$65
Wed 4/310:11 amDTW - MDW
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/16$65

Find flights from Detroit to Chicago within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 3,145,932 searches. Data last updated March 19, 2024.

Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

Budget

$97 - $232

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Depart

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Price

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/10

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/17

Nonstop1h 23m

$97

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago Midway

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/16

Nonstop1h 16m

Chicago Midway

Tue 4/23

Nonstop1h 15m

$97

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/27

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 5/15

Nonstop1h 21m

$98

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago Midway

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/17

Nonstop1h 19m

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/20

Nonstop1h 12m

$98

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/10

1 stop12h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/17

1 stop7h 36m

$116

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/20

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/21

Nonstop1h 28m

$118

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/23

1 stop8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 4/24

1 stop11h 02m

$120

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago Midway

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/10

1 stop20h 22m

Chicago Midway

Fri 4/12

1 stop28h 03m

$149

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne CountyChicago O'Hare Intl

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/4

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/7

Nonstop1h 28m

$232

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When is the best time to book a flight from Detroit to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Chicago. Price data was last updated on January 28, 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Detroit to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 84 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Chicago. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.
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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Chicago flight should consider departing on Saturday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Chicago by month

Plan your trip from Detroit to Chicago by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Detroit to Chicago is currently $62 while a round-trip flight costs $125. Price data was last updated on March 10, 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Detroit to Chicago in June is currently the most expensive (average of $361). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

$248

February

$245

March

$280

April

$288

May

$292

June

$361

July

$338

August

$276

September

$258

October

$248

November

$271

December

$248

Temperature and rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

CHI

Temperature

23 - 73.4 °F

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated March 19, 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, Spirit Airlines and American Airlines from Detroit to Chicago. In addition to providing an overall rating, users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

8.1
Very good
11,551 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.4
Good
11,602 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
15,312 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

7.3
Good
704 reviews
Southwest
8.2
Very good
6,382 reviews

Crew

8.8

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.4

Boarding

8.3

Overall

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

No tray tables for food or drink not convenient nor comfortable

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    For a flight from Detroit to Chicago, you will be flying from All airports. Detroit All airports (DTT) is just 0.6 mi from the center of the city. All airports is the only Detroit airport and it handles 65 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 4 airlines have flights to Chicago from Detroit All airports on a regular basis.

  • Can I find flights from Detroit to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Detroit to Chicago for under $100. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Delta for just $97, but on average you can expect to pay $110.

  • Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to Chicago for under $100 on Cheapflights?

    Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Detroit to Chicago under $100. A good price for a nonstop flight from Detroit to Chicago is less than $115.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Detroit to Chicago for under $200?

    There are currently 20+ open flights from Detroit to Chicago within the next 7 days for less than $200.

  • What days are nonstop flights available from Detroit to Chicago?

    Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday.

  • How many flights depart from Detroit to Chicago on average per day?

    On average 24 flights depart from Detroit to Chicago per day.
    Morning (6am - Noon) - 46% of flight departures
    Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 54% of flight departures

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Chicago?

    For as low as $97, Delta can have you in Chicago from Detroit in 1h 21m. Airlines will cover a distance of 235 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit to Chicago round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Chicago is Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, starting at $116 and $118 round-trip. These flights start at 60% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit to Chicago one-way?

    $59 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Delta. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $61 and $69, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Detroit to Chicago?

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit to Chicago?

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Chicago?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit to Chicago are Air France (92%), SWISS (90%) and Japan Airlines (90%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to Chicago is $69. On average you can expect to pay $1,314. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), can usually be booked for $97.

  • What does DTW to ORD mean?

    This is defined as Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD). Codes like Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. This flight route has multiple associated airports, so we think it might be helpful to learn the name and codes of them as well. They are Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), Chicago Greater Rockford Airport (RFD).

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Top 4 airlines flying from Detroit to Chicago

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Spirit AirlinesCheapest$85Average$128FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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DeltaCheapest$99Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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United AirlinesCheapest$114Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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American AirlinesCheapest$150Average$279FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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Hourly flight availability from Detroit to Chicago

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13%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
46%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
36%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
5%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
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Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated March 19, 2024.
Sunday59daily flights
Monday76daily flights
Tuesday60daily flights
Wednesday64daily flights
Thursday65daily flights
Friday81daily flights
Saturday56daily flights

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