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$88+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

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.
CHI — DTT
Apr 26 — May 31
Sun 4/26
Sun 5/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on March 27, 2026.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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.
Sat 4/187:50 am
MDW
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DTW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Tue 4/217:40 pm
DTW
-
MDW
Nonstop1h 10m
Southwest
Deal found 3/26$178
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/117:15 am
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop11h 01m
Frontier
Wed 4/151:37 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop8h 40m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/96:00 am
MDW
-
DTW
1 stop7h 10m
Frontier
Tue 4/1412:33 pm
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop7h 58m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/512:27 pm
MDW
-
DTW
1 stop11h 32m
Frontier
Sat 5/96:20 am
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop5h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/157:15 pm
ORD
-
DTW
2 stops22h 31m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/227:04 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop17h 28m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/26$184
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/316:36 pm
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop13h 47m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/811:34 am
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop13h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$190
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 4/2210:10 am
MDW
-
DTW
2 stops7h 10m
Southwest
Wed 4/294:10 pm
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop4h 50m
Southwest
Deal found 3/25$190
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/106:15 am
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop12h 01m
Frontier
Sat 4/1111:54 am
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop13h 44m
Frontier
Deal found 3/25$191
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/25. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/15:05 am
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop18h 34m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 4/811:34 am
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop13h 48m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/25$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/218:52 pm
ORD
-
DTW
2 stops20h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 4/287:04 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop15h 58m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 3/24$193
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/26. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 4/2911:07 am
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop6h 00m
Frontier
Sun 5/310:10 pm
DTW
-
ORD
2 stops25h 29m
Frontier
Deal found 3/26$194
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 3/24. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/282:15 pm
MDW
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DTW
2 stops22h 10m
Frontier
Fri 5/18:49 pm
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop22h 48m
Frontier
Deal found 3/24$194

Find flight deals from Chicago to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT). 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 March 27, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$178
(Southwest)

One-way from

$88
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$405

Good round-trip deal

$354 or less

Good one-way deal

$203 or less
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 21% potential increase in price ($79 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease ($14 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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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 March 27, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Detroit that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/11

6:40 am-6:40 pm

1 stop11h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/15

12:48 pm-10:14 pm

1 stop10h 26m

$180

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Sat 4/18

9:05 am-4:10 pm

1 stop6h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/21

8:15 am-8:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$188

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

7:50 pm-10:17 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 4/22

11:00 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

$196

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 5/5

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

8:15 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$196

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/23

2:52 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 4/28

7:18 am-7:53 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$196

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

7:00 am-9:29 am

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/6

8:15 am-8:45 am

Nonstop1h 30m

$196

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

7:00 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/20

6:15 pm-6:52 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$227

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Sat 5/9

3:30 pm-5:35 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/16

8:35 am-8:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$229
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/7

8:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/14

1:00 pm-1:10 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$229

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/20

11:00 am-1:24 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/23

12:17 pm-12:45 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$229

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Compare providers for flights from Chicago 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 Chicago to Detroit in March.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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 Chicago-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Chicago-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Chicago-Detroit 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 Chicago-Detroit 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 Chicago to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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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 March 13, 2026.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Detroit is 22 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $78). Flying from Chicago to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $224). 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 March 27, 2026.

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 45% 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 March 23, 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Detroit flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday 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 March 27, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to DTT are scheduled on a Friday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (24 on average).

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

How often are flights from Chicago to Detroit delayed?

About 15% of weekly flights between Chicago and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 120 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Chicago to Detroit flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Friday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Chicago to Detroit flights?

Over the last year, Delta have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 13% of flights being delayed.

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 March 27, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Chicago to Detroit, such as Southwest,Delta, andUnited Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,341 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,491 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.
American Airlines
7.1
Good
11,504 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,331 reviews

Food

7.0

Crew

8.6

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Overall

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Dominic,Mar 2026

MCO - SMF

I had to try and sleep on the floor of the Austin airport. I spent 12 hours there. The airline policies were so poor, that a near violent argument broke out between the people in front of me and the flight attendants - making for a super stressful situation at 30,000 feet. Garbage airline choice by Kayak Garbage idea to book a flight with a layover. Next time I will pay for a quality booking myself, and somehow force the company to reimburse it.

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 54 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 $196, Frontier can have you in Detroit from Chicago in 1h 27m. The distance from Chicago to Detroit is about 234 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $97 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Southwest and American Airlines, starting at $97 and $111 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Detroit for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Detroit one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Detroit are Delta ($46), United Airlines ($66), and American Airlines ($75).

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

    Consider Republic Airways (92%), SWISS (84%) or Air New Zealand (72%) 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 $674, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $103. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $153.

  • 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, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $78). Flying from Chicago to Detroit in January is currently the most expensive (average of $224). 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 March 27, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$97Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$277FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$111Average$248FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$355FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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