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$76+ 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 10/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DTW
Aug 21 — Aug 281
Thu 8/21
Thu 8/28
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 October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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 August 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$208
(Expedia)

One-way from

$76
(CheapOair)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$498

Good round-trip deal

$327 or less

Good one-way deal

$206 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 August 16, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/2312:07 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/72:22 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 14mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/16$208
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:05 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 9/227:54 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop18h 17mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$209
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 8/216:27 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 17mFrontier
Sun 8/246:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 23mFrontier
Deal found 8/14$211
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/257:22 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops21h 44mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/16$213
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/2212:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/277:45 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop26h 51mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/14$214
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/16. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/36:05 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 41mMultiple Airlines
Mon 10/66:44 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop27h 52mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/16$215
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/196:05 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Sat 9/278:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop17h 34mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$216
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/1911:14 amPDX - DTW
1 stop26h 41mFrontier
Sun 9/286:10 amDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$219
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:07 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop14h 19mMultiple Airlines
Fri 9/123:42 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/15$221
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/14. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/812:07 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop14h 19mSpirit Airlines
Mon 9/159:12 amDTW - PDX
1 stop28h 59mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 8/14$225
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/15. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/89:32 amPDX - DTW
2 stops12h 14mFrontier
Mon 9/153:42 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops11h 30mFrontier
Deal found 8/15$227

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
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 August 16, 2025.
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

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 9/23

12:07 pm-5:26 am

1 stop14h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

2:22 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop8h 14m

$208

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 9/20

7:15 am-11:58 pm

1 stop13h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/27

8:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$209

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 9/11

7:22 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops21h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/14

6:10 am-12:12 am

1 stop21h 02m

$213

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 9/25

7:22 pm-8:06 pm

2 stops21h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-12:12 am

1 stop21h 02m

$213

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 10/24

12:43 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/27

7:45 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop26h 51m

$214

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 10/3

6:05 am-12:46 am

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/6

6:44 pm-7:36 pm

1 stop27h 52m

$215

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 9/19

6:05 am-12:46 am

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 9/27

8:00 am-10:34 pm

1 stop17h 34m

$216

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 9/19

6:05 am-12:46 am

1 stop15h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

7:54 pm-11:11 am

1 stop18h 17m

$219

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 9/19

11:14 am-4:55 pm

1 stop26h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/28

6:10 am-12:12 am

1 stop21h 02m

$219

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 10/14

12:43 pm-12:59 am

1 stop9h 16m

$76

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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 August 8, 2025.

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 59 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Portland 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 PDX 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 August 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 48% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 10, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland 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 August 16, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 August 16, 2025.
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
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,985 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,042 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,211 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.0

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

MFR - SEA

Great smooth flight. Was hour and half late though. Don't know why

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?

    To fly from Portland to Detroit, you need to book a flight from Portland (PDX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Portland take 4h 08m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 4 outbound flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 8 different airlines.

  • 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 Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $148 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Sun Country Air, starting at $165 and $285 round-trip. Users have found that Frontier is 71% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • 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 Delta (82%), Air France (75%) or Virgin Atlantic (75%) 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 $153. On average you can expect to pay $546. The most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $177.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Portland 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 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 August 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$148Average$265FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$165Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
Sun Country AirCheapest$285Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$319Average$493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$536FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$472FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$379Average$485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$393Average$605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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