Detroit

$60+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

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CHI — DTT
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Chicago to Detroit All airports are usually found in May or March, booked 39 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap 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 janeiro 8, 2026.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$172
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$60
(Mytrip)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$342

Good round-trip deal

$276 or less

Good one-way deal

$174 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Chicago (CHI)-Detroit (DTT) flights.
From Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($32 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($10 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT).

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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 janeiro 8, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
ter 1/277:20 amORD - DTW
2 stops15h 59mSpirit Airlines
qui 1/2910:07 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$172
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
qui 1/225:40 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 39mMultiple Airlines
seg 1/265:00 amDTW - ORD
2 stops17h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
seg 2/239:22 pmMDW - DTW
2 stops18h 47mMultiple Airlines
seg 3/22:35 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop6h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$173
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
seg 2/235:58 pmORD - DTW
1 stop12h 43mSpirit Airlines
qui 2/269:18 amDTW - ORD
2 stops10h 53mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$174
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
qua 1/281:20 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop7h 48mMultiple Airlines
qui 1/2910:08 pmDTW - MDW
2 stops14h 37mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$174
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ter 1/205:32 pmORD - DTW
2 stops18h 58mSpirit Airlines
qua 1/2110:07 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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.
qui 1/296:20 amMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 59mMultiple Airlines
seg 2/29:18 amDTW - MDW
2 stops11h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/6$175
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/5. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
seg 1/194:38 pmORD - DTW
1 stop6h 41mSpirit Airlines
qui 1/2210:07 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/5$176
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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.
dom 2/229:04 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop10h 03mMultiple Airlines
dom 3/110:59 pmDTW - MDW
2 stops21h 48mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/7$176
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 1/295:53 pmORD - DTW
2 stops18h 37mSpirit Airlines
seg 2/22:36 pmDTW - ORD
2 stops19h 36mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$177
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/7. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
qui 1/294:38 pmORD - DTW
2 stops19h 52mSpirit Airlines
sáb 1/315:05 amDTW - ORD
2 stops17h 58mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/7$178
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/6. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
dom 1/256:57 pmORD - DTW
2 stops17h 33mSpirit Airlines
sáb 1/315:00 amDTW - ORD
2 stops18h 03mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/6$179

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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 janeiro 8, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Detroit that are best for you.

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ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

sex 1/30

8:43 pm-1:06 pm

2 stops15h 23m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 2/1

2:36 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop9h 10m

$173

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

sex 2/27

7:53 pm-8:32 am

1 stop11h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 3/1

2:35 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop8h 55m

$173

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

seg 2/23

9:22 pm-3:57 pm

2 stops17h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 3/1

5:06 pm-10:30 pm

1 stop6h 24m

$174

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

ter 1/20

5:32 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops18h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

qui 1/22

10:07 pm-9:12 am

1 stop12h 05m

$175

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 1/29

5:53 pm-1:30 pm

2 stops18h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 2/2

2:36 pm-9:12 am

2 stops19h 36m

$178

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 1/29

5:40 am-6:19 pm

1 stop11h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 2/2

6:20 am-5:56 pm

1 stop12h 36m

$182

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

dom 2/22

5:58 pm-7:41 am

1 stop12h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom 3/1

10:05 pm-9:22 am

1 stop12h 17m

$183

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb 2/7

10:35 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 2/9

6:10 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

$187

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

sáb 2/7

9:09 pm-11:44 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

seg 2/9

9:00 am-9:31 am

Nonstop1h 31m

$187

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

qui 1/29

10:35 am-12:56 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb 1/31

12:40 pm-1:08 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

$187

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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 January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Chicago-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >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 eDreams the most. eDreams 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 January 2, 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 $191). 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 janeiro 8, 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 51% 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 January 3, 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. Saturday 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 janeiro 8, 2026.

The most flights from CHI to DTT are scheduled on a Wednesday (79 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (52 on average).

How often are flights from Chicago to Detroit delayed?

About 13% of weekly flights between Chicago and Detroit have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 119 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 at night 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 11% 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 janeiro 8, 2026.
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.

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Thomas,Dec 2025

SEA - DEN

Plane two hours late in leaving 1:00 pm west coat time got home next day at 2:45am most car rental places are closed and don’t open till 5am

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 68 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 $187, Spirit Airlines can have you in Detroit from Chicago in 1h 10m. 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 Delta. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $91 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are United Airlines and Southwest, starting at $97 and $97 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 ($50), and American Airlines ($68).

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

    Consider GoJet (86%), Endeavor Airlines (74%) or Envoy Air (73%) 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 $563, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $88. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $126.

  • 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 $191). 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 janeiro 8, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$91Average$316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$323FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$112Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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