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$55+ Cheap flights from Phoenix 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 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — DTW
Jan 17 — Jan 241
Sat 1/17
Sat 1/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in September or July, booked 61 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Phoenix to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Phoenix to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/2410:26 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Mon 1/58:46 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/17$155
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Wed 12/2410:26 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Thu 1/110:01 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$183
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/15. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/307:00 amPHX - DTW
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Sun 1/410:01 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/15$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Mon 12/2912:38 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:46 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$186
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/2412:38 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Mon 1/58:46 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$189
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/2410:26 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop6h 28mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/39:02 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 41mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/16$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Mon 12/2910:26 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop6h 28mFrontier
Sat 1/38:46 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 26mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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 12/307:00 amPHX - DTW
1 stop26h 25mFrontier
Thu 1/110:01 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop12h 20mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/16. 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.
Sat 12/2710:46 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Tue 1/209:00 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 46mFrontier
Deal found 12/16$197
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. 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.
Wed 12/3112:38 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/410:01 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop28h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$198

Find flight deals from Phoenix to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Phoenix (PH1) 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 December 18, 2025.

Round-trip from

$109
(Super.com)

One-way from

$55
(Frontier)

Popular in

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September

Average price

$291
From Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Phoenix 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 December 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

6:20 am-8:59 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$113

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/21

2:53 pm-8:44 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

5:35 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop4h 39m

$119

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 1/23

6:16 pm-11:59 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

5:14 pm-8:12 am

1 stop16h 58m

$147

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/21

4:21 pm-4:30 am

1 stop10h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/26

6:20 am-8:59 am

Nonstop4h 39m

$150

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 3/4

12:30 pm-6:16 pm

Nonstop3h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/9

10:47 am-11:44 pm

1 stop15h 57m

$150

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 1/22

6:00 am-6:19 pm

1 stop10h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/25

5:14 pm-8:12 am

1 stop16h 58m

$151

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/17

4:05 pm-9:56 pm

Nonstop3h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/24

6:45 am-7:19 pm

2 stops14h 34m

$156

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/7

7:39 pm-3:48 pm

1 stop18h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/14

8:00 am-11:07 am

Nonstop5h 07m

$203

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 2/25

7:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop5h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

6:50 am-1:35 pm

2 stops8h 45m

$204

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 1/10

7:00 am-12:43 pm

Nonstop3h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/17

8:18 pm-10:49 pm

Nonstop4h 31m

$208

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Best time to book a flight from Phoenix to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Phoenix with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Phoenix to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 12, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $72). Flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 PHX to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Phoenix 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 December 18, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight at noon, which can drop the price by up to 57% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Phoenix to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

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

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 December 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Delta
7.9
Good
8,005 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,054 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,190 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,081 reviews
Southwest
7.9
Good
4,250 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

Overall

7.9

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Phoenix 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 Phoenix?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is the airport you will fly into if you book a flight from Phoenix to Detroit. You should not have trouble finding flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Phoenix; the airport handles an average of 9 inbound flights from Phoenix per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 6 airlines have flights to the Detroit airport from Phoenix. It is only a 17.3 mi journey from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Detroit’s city center.

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

    There are many flights that can get you from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 10h 19m. Fly via Frontier to get the fastest option. The distance from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 1666 mi.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $56. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $84, and United Airlines, from $166. These flights start at 80% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Frontier, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $47. Spirit Airlines flights start at $58 while deals on Southwest start at $99 one-way.

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

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: Southwest (100%), Frontier (93%), KLM (91%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $43. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $115 on average, our data indicates $341 when flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Phoenix 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 Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $72). Flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $159). 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 Phoenix to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Phoenix 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 December 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$81Average$164FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$91Average$198FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$188Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$216Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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