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$46+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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CHI — DTW
Aug 4 — Aug 111
Mon 8/4
Mon 8/11
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in October or September, booked 37 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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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 July 30, 2025.

Round-trip from

$116
(Southwest)

One-way from

$46
(Delta)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$437

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$150 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 8/277:25 amMDW - DTW
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Wed 9/35:50 amDTW - MDW
2 stops8h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$116
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/307:15 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Sun 8/3112:25 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 7/28$121
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 8/309:31 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Sun 8/316:21 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/28$121
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/126:02 pmORD - DTW
1 stop12h 56mSpirit Airlines
Sat 8/167:30 amDTW - ORD
1 stop9h 56mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/28$129
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/28. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/82:55 pmORD - DTW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Wed 9/106:15 amDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 7/28$141
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/612:33 pmORD - DTW
1 stop4h 53mAmerican Airlines
Tue 9/169:36 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/30$170
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Fri 9/124:48 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop6h 58mFrontier
Fri 9/1910:54 amDTW - MDW
1 stop6h 06mFrontier
Deal found 7/28$177
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/30. 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 8/307:46 pmORD - DTW
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Sun 8/311:36 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 7/30$178
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/27. 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 8/209:05 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 36mUnited Airlines
Fri 8/225:54 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 7/27$181

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ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/27

7:25 am-12:30 pm

1 stop4h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

5:50 am-1:25 pm

2 stops8h 35m

$116

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

7:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/31

12:25 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$121

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Sat 8/30

6:17 pm-8:32 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/31

6:21 pm-6:37 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$121

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 8/12

6:02 pm-7:58 am

1 stop12h 56m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 8/16

7:30 am-4:26 pm

1 stop9h 56m

$129

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 9/8

2:55 pm-9:30 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

6:15 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 30m

$141

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 9/6

12:33 pm-6:26 pm

1 stop4h 53m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

9:36 am-10:06 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$170

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Fri 9/12

4:48 pm-12:46 am

1 stop6h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 9/19

10:54 am-4:00 pm

1 stop6h 06m

$177

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 8/30

7:46 pm-8:47 am

1 stop12h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/31

11:54 am-12:32 am

1 stop13h 38m

$178

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 8/20

9:05 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/22

5:54 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$181

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/28

8:55 am-11:16 am

Nonstop1h 21m

$46

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

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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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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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Detroit. Price data was last updated on July 25, 2025.

Booking 37 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 July 30, 2025.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 70% 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 July 27, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit. 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 July 30, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (110 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (45 on average).

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 July 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
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,980 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,896 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,048 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,241 reviews

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Gina,Jul 2025

LAS - DEN

We experienced bad weather, which turned our 1.5 hour flight from Las Vegas to Denver, into 3.5. The pilot and crew kept us updated and explained that we had to circle and or possibly redirect to another airport. After circling for sometime, we were able to land smoothly in Denver. Thank you to all the flight crew, tower control, and all who got us to our destination safely.

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 78 inbound flights from Chicago per day from 5 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

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

    According to our current data, Southwest ($116), Delta ($121), and Spirit Airlines ($129) offers the cheapest pricing from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Southwest is 59% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $46 on Delta. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Southwest from $56 and Spirit Airlines from $65 one-way.

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

    Consider GoJet (100%), Virgin Atlantic (82%) or Korean Air (82%) 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 $527 for a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $75 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $91.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit

Discover the top 5 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 July 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$91Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$264FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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