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$65+ Cheap flights from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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PHX — DTW
Oct 19 — Oct 261
Sun 10/19
Sun 10/26
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in September or January, booked 63 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sky Harbor Intl (PHX) 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 September 19, 2025.

Round-trip from

$123
(Priceline)

One-way from

$65
(Priceline)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$240

Good round-trip deal

$202 or less

Good one-way deal

$114 or less
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Cheapest flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 19, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/2710:00 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Sun 9/2810:29 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$119
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 12/106:45 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 52mFrontier
Thu 12/111:49 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 31mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$123
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/76:00 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 58mFrontier
Fri 11/1412:43 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 23mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$129
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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.
Fri 10/177:25 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 46mFrontier
Fri 10/242:56 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$130
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/3012:08 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mSpirit Airlines
Mon 11/39:48 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/18$134
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/2212:14 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop9h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/279:48 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/18$135
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/410:00 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mFrontier
Mon 10/610:29 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$136
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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.
Thu 10/237:25 amPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 46mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/279:48 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/17$138
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/19. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/2412:08 pmPHX - DTW
Nonstop3h 55mSpirit Airlines
Sun 10/269:48 amDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/19$139
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/248:00 amPHX - DTW
1 stop13h 46mFrontier
Sat 9/275:45 pmDTW - PHX
Nonstop4h 13mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$141
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/18. 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 10/2212:14 pmPHX - DTW
1 stop9h 45mFrontier
Mon 10/276:00 amDTW - PHX
1 stop7h 52mFrontier
Deal found 9/18$142

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 September 19, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Detroit

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PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 11/5

10:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/8

3:45 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 45m

$199

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/21

10:40 pm-5:19 am

Nonstop3h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

8:35 am-9:53 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$217

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 10/21

10:40 pm-5:19 am

Nonstop3h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

8:15 pm-9:28 pm

Nonstop4h 13m

$217

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/25

10:40 pm-5:19 am

Nonstop3h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/29

8:35 am-9:53 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$217

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Thu 10/23

6:00 am-12:41 pm

Nonstop3h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

8:35 am-9:53 am

Nonstop4h 18m

$233

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 10/18

8:05 am-10:15 pm

2 stops11h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 10/24

8:05 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

$239

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 10/22

7:40 am-5:45 pm

2 stops7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/27

11:00 am-5:30 pm

2 stops9h 30m

$244

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Tue 11/25

11:55 pm-5:32 am

Nonstop3h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

8:18 pm-10:39 pm

Nonstop4h 21m

$262

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Sat 12/13

6:00 am-3:00 pm

1 stop7h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/5

5:30 pm-12:05 am

1 stop8h 35m

$263

PhoenixDetroit

PHX - DTW

PHXDTW

Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl

Wed 12/10

10:45 am-5:50 pm

1 stop5h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

12:55 pm-6:00 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$268

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For quick downtown access, use the Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) for a 30-minute ride with comfy seats and free Wi-Fi.

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Best time to book a flight from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit

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

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

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

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 PHX to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Sky Harbor Intl 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 September 19, 2025.

When flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 66% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday 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 September 19, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8.0
Very good
7,965 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
8,030 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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
3,171 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Crew

8.6

Overall

8.0

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

7.5

Comfort

8.0

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 Sky Harbor Intl 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 Sky Harbor Intl?

    Most people fly into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight to Detroit from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 16 inbound flights from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl 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 Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Airlines like Southwest and Delta fly from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in about 3h 39m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 1h 26m. Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 1666 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, with prices starting at $72. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Frontier and United Airlines, with the lowest prices starting at $83 and $174, respectively. Spirit Airlines is priced at 75% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on time: KLM (98%), Air France (97%), Virgin Atlantic (97%).

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

    While on average a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is generally $725, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $65. When looking at the most popular route, (Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $126 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sky Harbor Intl 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 Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $250). Flying from Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl Airport 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 6 airlines flying from Sky Harbor Intl to Detroit

Discover the top 6 airlines that operate flights from Sky Harbor Intl 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 September 19, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$72Average$150FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$83Average$214FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
United AirlinesCheapest$174Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$181Average$334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$211Average$354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$223Average$353FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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