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$147+ Cheap flights from Portland, ME to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (PWM - 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 4/25. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PWM — DTW
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Wed 2/25
Wed 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Portland to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 26, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/24. 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.
Tue 2/35:45 am
PWM
-
DTW
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Wed 2/115:25 am
DTW
-
PWM
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/24$293
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/196:00 am
PWM
-
DTW
2 stops9h 06m
JetBlue
Tue 5/266:00 am
DTW
-
PWM
1 stop7h 23m
JetBlue
Deal found 1/25$315
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 1/263:30 pm
PWM
-
DTW
1 stop7h 00m
Southwest
Tue 1/275:25 am
DTW
-
PWM
1 stop6h 45m
Southwest
Deal found 1/25$343
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/25. 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 4/15:30 am
PWM
-
DTW
2 stops9h 25m
Southwest
Fri 4/35:30 am
DTW
-
PWM
1 stop6h 25m
Southwest
Deal found 1/25$348
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/122:25 pm
PWM
-
DTW
1 stop9h 30m
Southwest
Tue 2/1712:30 pm
DTW
-
PWM
2 stops10h 15m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$359
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/26. 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 2/233:55 pm
PWM
-
DTW
1 stop7h 05m
Southwest
Mon 3/24:10 pm
DTW
-
PWM
1 stop6h 35m
Southwest
Deal found 1/26$367

Find flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PWM) 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 January 26, 2026.

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FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$293
(Southwest)

One-way from

$147
(Southwest)

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$574

Good round-trip deal

$332 or less

Good one-way deal

$229 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 January 26, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

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Portland

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Detroit

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Return

Price

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Tue 4/7

3:55 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/9

5:35 am-12:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$293

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Thu 5/7

4:50 pm-11:30 pm

1 stop6h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/9

4:05 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$293

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Wed 5/20

6:10 am-12:00 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

5:35 am-12:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$343

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Thu 2/12

2:25 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop9h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/17

4:10 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$348

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Wed 4/1

5:30 am-2:55 pm

2 stops9h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 4/3

5:30 am-11:55 am

1 stop6h 25m

$348

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Mon 2/9

5:35 am-3:30 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/12

5:55 am-4:15 pm

2 stops10h 20m

$353

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Sat 4/25

4:35 pm-11:10 pm

1 stop6h 35m

$147

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Tue 2/24

5:45 am-12:45 pm

1 stop7h 00m

$147

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Tue 7/14

7:30 am-3:05 pm

1 stop7h 35m

$147

PortlandDetroit

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Sat 7/11

8:25 am-4:35 pm

1 stop8h 10m

$152

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland to Detroit in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice 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 Portland, Maine-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Portland, Maine-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland, Maine-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland, Maine-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Portland, Maine-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 Portland to Detroit

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

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $45). Flying from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 PWM to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 January 26, 2026.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.

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 January 26, 2026.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta and American Airlines from Portland 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.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,189 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
8,111 reviews

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Entertainment

7.8

Overall

7.9

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Detroit?

    If you wish to fly to Detroit from Portland, then you need to book flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. There are 4 flights from Portland (PWM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) per day to choose from. Flights to Detroit from Portland are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 14m is how long a nonstop flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Departing from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport will take you 6h 35m. Airlines will cover a distance of 666 mi.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $197 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Delta, starting at $313. American Airlines is currently priced 58% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Portland, Maine, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Republic Airways (89%), Endeavor Airlines (87%), WestJet( 80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $118. While the most popular route (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) can be booked for $289 on average, our data indicates $474 when flying from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Portland 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 Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $45). Flying from Portland, Maine to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $121). 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 2 airlines flying from Portland to Detroit

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 January 26, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$197Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$313Average$501FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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