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$46+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

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CHI — DTT
Aug 23 — Aug 301
Sat 8/23
Sat 8/30
1 adult, Economy
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Round-trip from

$97
(Southwest)

One-way from

$46
(Delta)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$211

Good round-trip deal

$200 or less

Good one-way deal

$128 or less
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This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/93:10 pmORD - DTW
1 stop5h 15mSouthwest
Wed 9/105:50 amDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$97
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/1610:52 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 22mUnited Airlines
Tue 9/165:54 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/16$100
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/71:50 pmORD - DTW
1 stop7h 55mSouthwest
Tue 10/285:50 amDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 00mSouthwest
Deal found 8/17$102
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 9/91:10 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop5h 45mSouthwest
Wed 9/101:05 pmDTW - MDW
2 stops7h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$102
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/68:55 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 21mDelta
Wed 10/87:30 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/17$104
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/66:23 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Wed 10/88:25 amDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/17$104
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:35 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Wed 9/177:20 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop4h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/16$107
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/108:20 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Fri 9/196:30 amDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$114
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/117:10 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Mon 9/157:45 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 8/18$117
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/17. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 9/139:35 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mDelta
Sat 9/136:20 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
Deal found 8/17$117
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 9/159:35 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Mon 9/227:00 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop4h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 8/18$127
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 8/18. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/127:30 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mUnited Airlines
Mon 9/154:20 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mUnited Airlines
Deal found 8/18$134

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Detroit that are best for you.

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Detroit

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ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/9

3:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

5:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 00m

$97

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

9:05 pm-11:41 pm

Nonstop1h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/9

7:00 am-7:27 am

Nonstop1h 27m

$97

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/23

3:10 pm-9:25 pm

1 stop5h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

5:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 00m

$97

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 9/16

10:52 am-1:14 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/16

5:54 pm-6:21 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

$100

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 10/7

1:50 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

5:50 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 00m

$102

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Wed 9/17

2:55 pm-10:15 pm

1 stop6h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/24

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$102

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 10/7

1:25 pm-10:45 pm

2 stops8h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/28

7:25 pm-10:05 pm

1 stop3h 40m

$102

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 9/9

1:10 pm-7:55 pm

1 stop5h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/10

1:05 pm-7:10 pm

2 stops7h 05m

$102

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/6

7:10 am-9:29 am

Nonstop1h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/7

9:00 am-9:23 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$104

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/6

8:55 am-11:16 am

Nonstop1h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

7:30 am-7:50 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$104

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Chicago to Detroit

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Detroit?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Chicago to Detroit. Price data was last updated on August 8, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Detroit is 54 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 Chicago to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit 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 CHI to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 18, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 66% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Detroit?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Detroit flight should consider departing on Wednesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 18, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (100 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (47 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Chicago to Detroit?

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 18, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Detroit, such as Southwest, Delta, and United Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,981 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,925 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,038 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,246 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Walter,Aug 2025

OAK - SAN

Dozens of flights and I've never seen a row's beverages forgotten. I even went back and asked the attendant to check on them and nothing. I really hope it didn't have something to do with the Black mother with her kid in the row. Otherwise it was a typical Southwest flight, rapid boarding, tolerable leg room.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Chicago 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 Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Chicago, you will be flying to All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 65 flights from Chicago to All airports per day from 5 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Chicago to Detroit?

    For as low as $104, Southwest can have you in Detroit from Chicago in 1h 12m. The distance from Chicago to Detroit is about 227 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Detroit is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $37 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and American Airlines, starting at $91 and $97 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Detroit for 84% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Detroit?

    Consider GoJet (96%), Korean Air (81%) or Virgin Atlantic (77%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Detroit? While on average our users pay $416, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $46. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $91.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Detroit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit 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 5 airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$79FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$91Average$233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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