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$66+ Cheap flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (PDX - 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 3/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DTW
Feb 14 — Feb 211
Sat 2/14
Sat 2/21
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or February, booked 6 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Gotogate
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$66
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$576

Good round-trip deal

$523 or less

Good one-way deal

$391 or less
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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 15, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/2710:18 pm
PDX
-
DTW
2 stops22h 37m
Frontier
Sat 3/711:54 am
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop25h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$185
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/277:38 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop30h 16m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/711:54 am
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$196
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 2/266:56 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop21h 17m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 3/711:54 am
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop25h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/14$207
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 3/1212:04 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop19h 55m
Frontier
Sun 3/1510:27 pm
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$208
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/13. 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 3/319:43 am
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop12h 42m
Frontier
Thu 4/210:13 pm
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop16h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/13$211
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/1612:04 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop19h 55m
Frontier
Sun 3/2910:27 pm
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop15h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$223
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/1212:04 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop19h 55m
Frontier
Tue 3/176:00 am
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop29h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$230
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/14. 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 3/1612:04 pm
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop19h 55m
Frontier
Wed 3/2511:54 am
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop26h 15m
Frontier
Deal found 1/14$235
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/12. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/37:10 am
PDX
-
DTW
1 stop6h 09m
Alaska Airlines
Tue 2/105:15 pm
DTW
-
PDX
1 stop8h 31m
Alaska Airlines
Deal found 1/12$237

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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 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sun 6/28

11:59 pm-10:17 am

1 stop7h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/5

6:33 pm-10:43 pm

1 stop7h 10m

$285

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 5/2

5:30 pm-5:49 am

1 stop9h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/11

7:09 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$299

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 5/2

5:30 pm-5:49 am

1 stop9h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/8

7:09 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 47m

$299

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Mon 2/23

2:35 pm-4:26 pm

2 stops22h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

5:22 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$325

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sun 3/22

7:56 pm-10:59 am

2 stops36h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 3/29

10:27 pm-11:09 am

1 stop15h 42m

$334

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sun 2/22

11:28 am-4:26 pm

2 stops25h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/3

5:22 pm-11:44 pm

1 stop9h 22m

$334

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Mon 5/4

6:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/6

7:09 am-12:52 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$339

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Mon 2/16

1:36 pm-4:26 pm

1 stop23h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 2/25

5:22 pm-10:41 pm

1 stop8h 19m

$339

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 5/6

6:00 am-4:14 pm

1 stop7h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/8

7:09 am-10:56 am

1 stop6h 47m

$339

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 5/5

7:18 pm-5:49 am

1 stop7h 31m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

5:10 pm-10:53 pm

1 stop8h 43m

$339

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Compare providers for flights from Portland to Detroit

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
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 Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice 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-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of Gotogate to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate Users can find the same prices on Portland-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Gotogate >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-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-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Gotogate the most. Gotogate 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-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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on January 9, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 6 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $170). Flying from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $430). 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.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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 15, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta from Portland 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,258 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Delta
7.9
Good
8,049 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,164 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading
Frontier
5.7
Fair
3,057 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,721 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.5

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.0

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jan 2026

STS - LAX

Enjoyed staff assistance from ticking thru tsa , boarding and in the plane Couldn’t pick a seat except upgrading

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.

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

    A quick flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport can take about 7h 18m. Sun Country Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $285. Portland and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are separated by a distance of 1946 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $103 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Sun Country Air, starting at $170 and $285 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 79% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $57 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Spirit Airlines and American Airlines, with prices starting from $95 and $98, respectively.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing Korean Air (73%), Delta (69%) or Air France (65%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    The cheapest flight price from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $188. On average you can expect to pay $676. The most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $249.

  • 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 to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $170). Flying from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in December is currently the most expensive (average of $430). 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to Detroit

Discover the top 8 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 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$170Average$281FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$285Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$285Average$499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$453FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$456FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$370Average$573FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$383Average$466FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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