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$55+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 12/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DTW
Nov 29 — Dec 61
Sat 11/29
Sat 12/6
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTW). 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 October 30, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$107
(Southwest)

One-way from

$55
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$150

Good round-trip deal

$196 or less

Good one-way deal

$105 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on October 30, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:40 amMDW - DTW
1 stop4h 45mSouthwest
Mon 12/87:00 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 10/30$107
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/247:55 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Thu 1/17:15 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 43mUnited Airlines
Deal found 10/29$109
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/135:11 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 05mFrontier
Mon 11/175:14 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop8h 01mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/156:15 amMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 11mFrontier
Mon 11/175:57 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop5h 14mFrontier
Deal found 10/30$110
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/49:53 pmORD - DTW
1 stop13h 04mFrontier
Mon 12/812:32 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop5h 22mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$111
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 11/126:40 amORD - DTW
1 stop16h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1810:42 amDTW - ORD
1 stop27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$120
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/117:34 pmORD - DTW
1 stop18h 41mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1810:42 amDTW - ORD
1 stop27h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$125
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/241:35 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 34mDelta
Wed 1/78:59 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mDelta
Deal found 10/30$127
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/28. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 11/116:40 amORD - DTW
1 stop16h 27mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/1210:42 amDTW - ORD
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/28$131
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:30 amMDW - DTW
1 stop9h 46mFrontier
Thu 11/137:28 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop26h 03mFrontier
Deal found 10/29$131
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/136:40 amORD - DTW
1 stop16h 27mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1810:42 amDTW - ORD
1 stop8h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/30$132
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 10/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/46:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 27mDelta
Sat 12/68:00 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mDelta
Deal found 10/29$134

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago to Detroit 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Chicago

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Detroit

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ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 12/4

6:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/8

7:00 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$107

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 1/15

3:05 pm-11:00 pm

2 stops6h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

6:35 am-7:00 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$112

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/15

1:45 pm-9:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/19

6:00 am-12:15 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$117

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 12/4

6:45 am-9:12 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/6

9:26 am-10:00 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$134

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 12/10

10:45 am-1:12 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/13

1:48 pm-2:17 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$134

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/15

6:45 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

2:31 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$153

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/22

6:10 pm-8:58 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/25

5:49 am-6:30 am

Nonstop1h 41m

$157

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/14

7:34 pm-3:15 pm

1 stop18h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/16

9:39 pm-6:34 pm

1 stop21h 55m

$160

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 2/8

2:05 pm-11:56 pm

1 stop8h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/10

6:00 am-1:10 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$173

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/12

6:45 am-1:36 pm

1 stop5h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/18

2:31 pm-8:52 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$180

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Chicago to Detroit in October.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Chicago-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $48). Flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CHI to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated October 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 55% on flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Chicago to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 26, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

The best insider tips for Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Snippets provided in this section are AI-generated based on a summarization of Cheapflights-commissioned articles. The articles are presented as-is, for general informational purposes only, and may not be up-to-date. The opinions contained in the articles are original to the author and reflect their authentic experience, which may vary significantly from the experience of others.
Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip
Airports
ORD

At ORD, avoid long walks by knowing your terminal in advance. Use the free shuttle train between terminals if needed.

Read more about ORDby Ramsey Qubein
MDW

For a quick check-in at MDW, use the indoor bridge to reach gates after security, reducing congestion and security queues.

Read more about MDWby Ramsey Qubein
DTW

Use the FAST bus from DTW for a quicker, 1-hour trip to downtown Detroit, departing every half hour.

Read more about DTWby Brandon Schultz
Our travel experts
Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on ORD and MDW

Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Expert on DTW

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz

Brandon Schultz is an award-winning food and travel writer based in New York City. His work has appeared in Forbes, AAA, Thrillist, Travel + Leisure, and The Daily Meal, among many others, and he is the author of 6 books, including 3 cookbooks.

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Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated October 30, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
7.9
Good
7,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,035 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,116 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,243 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Chicago. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 33 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Southwest, Delta, and JetBlue can get you from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in just under 1h 27m. Your travel time can differ by up to 4h 24m. Airlines will cover a distance of 234 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines ($58), Delta ($91), and United Airlines ($97) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Spirit Airlines is 79% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Consider GoJet (100%), Virgin Atlantic (88%) or WestJet (87%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    On average you can expect to pay $767 for a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $48 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $97.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Chicago to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Chicago to Detroit flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Chicago to Detroit?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Chicago to Detroit.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Chicago to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago to Detroit by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $48). Flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in February is currently the most expensive (average of $231). 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.

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Top 6 airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Chicago to Detroit. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated October 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$58Average$138FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$91Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$107Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$112Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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