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$68+ 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 1/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHX — DTW
Dec 3 — Dec 101
Wed 12/3
Wed 12/10
1 adult, Economy
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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 November 3, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Thu 12/1110:26 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop15h 53mFrontier
Mon 12/151:02 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$130
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Fri 12/126:05 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Sun 12/145:20 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop16h 46mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/276:30 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Mon 12/110:29 pmDTW - PHX
1 stop22h 02mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$142
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Fri 12/1912:38 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/38:46 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$143
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Thu 12/111:01 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 46mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/149:25 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$144
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Wed 12/3112:38 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 49mSpirit Airlines
Sun 1/49:02 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 41mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/2$145
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Thu 11/132:21 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 48mSpirit Airlines
Wed 11/1910:17 amDTW - PHX
2 stops27h 48mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/1$147
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/181:16 pmPHX - DTW
2 stops18h 03mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/231:17 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$151
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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 11/276:30 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 52mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/310:47 amDTW - PHX
2 stops15h 02mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/1$161
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/1. 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.
Sun 11/166:00 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 58mFrontier
Fri 11/211:17 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 31mFrontier
Deal found 11/1$162

Cheap 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 November 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$130
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$68
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

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Cheapest in

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 November 3, 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

Tue 12/23

12:38 pm-6:27 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/31

9:02 am-11:43 am

Nonstop4h 41m

$130

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/19

12:38 pm-6:27 pm

Nonstop3h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/22

9:02 am-11:43 am

Nonstop4h 41m

$179

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 1/6

1:25 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/13

9:30 am-3:40 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$199

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Mon 12/8

11:55 pm-5:32 am

Nonstop3h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/17

8:18 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$240

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 3/12

12:50 pm-11:34 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/17

5:35 am-9:17 am

1 stop6h 42m

$251

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 1/28

7:35 pm-4:19 pm

1 stop18h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/1

5:15 pm-11:37 am

1 stop20h 22m

$272

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 4/2

11:59 pm-10:54 am

1 stop7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/5

6:00 pm-9:44 pm

1 stop6h 44m

$283

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/16

11:55 pm-5:32 am

Nonstop3h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/23

4:55 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop4h 15m

$298

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 12/9

7:00 am-12:44 pm

Nonstop3h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/17

5:45 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 28m

$303

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Fri 12/12

1:50 pm-12:05 am

2 stops8h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/19

6:10 am-1:50 pm

2 stops9h 40m

$308

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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 October 31, 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 $74). Flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 November 3, 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 61% 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.

Weekly flight availability from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Phoenix 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 November 3, 2025.

The most flights from PH1 to DTW are scheduled on a Sunday (20 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 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 November 3, 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
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
4,238 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,002 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
11,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
8,115 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,117 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,238 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.0

Entertainment

7.5

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

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 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 13 inbound flights from Phoenix per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 5 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 3h 37m. Fly via Spirit Airlines, Southwest, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is about 1666 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • 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 $75. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $88, and United Airlines, from $174. These flights start at 73% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • 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: Air France (94%), Virgin Atlantic (93%), WestJet (88%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $63. While the most popular route (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $86 on average, our data indicates $524 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 $74). Flying from Phoenix to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in May is currently the most expensive (average of $160). 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 Phoenix to Detroit

Discover the top 5 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 November 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$74Average$162FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$87Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
DeltaCheapest$184Average$338FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$203Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$214Average$343FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

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