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$78+ 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 8/27. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHI — DTT
jul. 7 — jul. 141
lun. 7/7
lun. 7/14
1 adult, Economy
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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 julio 2, 2025.

Round-trip from

$131
(Southwest)

One-way from

$78
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$268

Good round-trip deal

$278 or less

Good one-way deal

$117 or less
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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 julio 2, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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.
vie. 9/124:35 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
sáb. 9/1312:45 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Deal found 7/2$131
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 8/137:15 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 15mDelta
mié. 8/138:00 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 23mDelta
Deal found 7/1$134
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
sáb. 8/29:25 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
lun. 8/46:24 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 16mDelta
Deal found 7/1$134
This Spirit Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 8/63:18 pmORD - DTW
1 stop14h 46mSpirit Airlines
sáb. 8/95:11 amDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 46mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 7/1$136
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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.
mié. 8/65:01 amORD - DTW
1 stop5h 24mFrontier
sáb. 8/1612:53 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 7/1$145
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
lun. 7/287:13 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 32mAmerican Airlines
lun. 8/48:53 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 7/1$147
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
vie. 8/16:16 pmORD - DTW
1 stop16h 09mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/45:35 amDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 07mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/30$159
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/30. 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.
jue. 8/147:40 amMDW - DTW
1 stop9h 39mFrontier
jue. 8/214:08 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop8h 00mFrontier
Deal found 6/30$167

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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 julio 2, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Chicago to Detroit that are best for you.

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ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

vie. 9/12

4:35 pm-6:45 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 9/13

12:45 pm-4:40 pm

1 stop4h 55m

$131

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/13

7:15 am-9:30 am

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mié. 8/13

8:00 pm-8:23 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$134

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

sáb. 8/2

9:25 am-11:36 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 8/4

6:24 pm-6:40 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

$134

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/6

3:18 pm-7:04 am

1 stop14h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/9

5:11 am-4:57 pm

1 stop12h 46m

$136

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/6

5:01 am-11:25 am

1 stop5h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/16

12:53 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop11h 36m

$145

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

lun. 7/28

7:13 pm-9:45 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 8/4

8:53 pm-9:19 pm

Nonstop1h 26m

$147

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

sáb. 8/16

8:05 am-5:32 pm

1 stop8h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 8/23

4:08 pm-11:08 pm

1 stop8h 00m

$156

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

vie. 8/1

6:16 pm-11:25 am

1 stop16h 09m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 8/4

5:35 am-3:42 pm

1 stop11h 07m

$159

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

mié. 8/27

10:27 am-6:40 pm

1 stop7h 13m

$78

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

jue. 8/14

9:25 pm-11:57 pm

Nonstop1h 32m

$79

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Best time to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit

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Cheapflights Insights

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 June 27, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Detroit is 51 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 julio 2, 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 70% 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 June 29, 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 julio 2, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to DTT are scheduled on a Wednesday (100 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Friday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 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 julio 2, 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
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,983 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,861 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.
Sun Country Air
6.9
Okay
340 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,272 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Food

7.0

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.6

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

John,May 2025

PVD - BNA

It’s southwest so no frills but clean, efficient and got me to my location.

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 64 flights from Chicago to All airports per day from 5 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Detroit is Southwest. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $131 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Delta and Spirit Airlines, starting at $134 and $136 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Detroit for 43% 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 Spirit Airlines ($78), United Airlines ($79), and Frontier ($81).

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

    Consider GoJet (100%), China Eastern (100%) or Endeavor Airlines (100%) 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 $963, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $95. 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 julio 2, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$68FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$97Average$328FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$104Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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