Cheap flights from Chicago to Detroit (CHI - DTT)

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The best prices from Chicago to Detroit All airports are usually found in April or July, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

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How to find the cheapest flight from
Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

All the information you need to plan the best CHI to DTT flight in 2021: compare Chicago to Detroit flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Detroit.
CHI - DTT
Price
$147 - $256
DTT
Temperature
24.8 - 73.4 °F
DTT
Precipitation
1.8 - 3.1 inches

Popular in

August

High demand for flights, 21% potential price rise

Cheapest in

April

Best time to find cheap flights, 27% potential price drop

Round-trip from

$147

From Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

One-way from

$49

One-way flight from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

Flight route prices based on searches on Cheapflights within the last 3 days, monthly prices based on aggregated historical data.
What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Chicago to Detroit?

Departing on a Friday is a good option for securing a great price. You can expect to save up to 39% when planning your travel around this day of the week.

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

Our data shows that April tends to be the cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Chicago. Users have commonly found prices around $203 for the month, but tickets can be as low as $64. Due to multiple factors, prepare for potentially higher prices in August.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Detroit (CHI - DTT)?

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 14% on airfare.

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

Users have found that booking a flight from Chicago to Detroit at least 32 days early can save you up to 80% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 32 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Chicago to Detroit for as little as $259 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $378 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

Cheap flights from Chicago to Detroit in October, November 2021

The best prices found for CHI to DTT flights for October, November
9 Nov - 16 Nov
$103pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Nov - 3 Nov
$107pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Nov - 4 Nov
$110pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

Chicago to Detroit 2021 flight deals

Cheap flights to Detroit from Chicago found for this year
9 Nov - 16 Nov
$103pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Nov - 3 Nov
$107pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
2 Nov - 4 Nov
$110pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

Non-stop flights to Detroit from Chicago

Save time with Chicago to Detroit direct flight deals
8 Dec - 10 Dec
$141pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Major Airline
Non-Stop
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Major Airline
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
3 Nov - 18 Nov
$155pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Non-Stop
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta
Non-Stop
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
15 Dec - 29 Dec
$155pp
MDW
Chicago Midway
Delta
Non-Stop
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta
Non-Stop
MDW
Chicago Midway

Last minute flights from Chicago to Detroit

Late deals on round-trip flights to Detroit from Chicago, departing today and this week
27 Oct - 27 Oct
$114pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
28 Oct - 13 Nov
$119pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Spirit Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
27 Oct - 27 Oct
$123pp
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Non-Stop
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
American Airlines
 
1 STOP
ORD
Chicago O'Hare Intl

One-way flights to All airports from Chicago

The cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Detroit
1:00 am - 11:20 am
Multiple Airlines
1 Stop
9h 20m
ORD - DTW
Multiple Airlines
$49
Kiwi.com
11:00 am - 1:20 pm
Major Airline
Nonstop
1h 20m
ORD - DTW
Major Airline
$75
StudentUniverse
9:52 am - 12:03 pm
Delta
Nonstop
1h 11m
MDW - DTW
Delta
$78
Delta

Related info for your journey

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Flight FAQs

From Chicago to Detroit

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 61 flights from Chicago to All airports per day from 8 different airlines.

Which airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit have flexible cancellations due to COVID-19?

Due to the rapidly changing circumstances due to COVID-19, airlines like Delta, United Airlines, and American Airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit have implemented new flexible cancellation policies.

Can I find flights from Chicago to Detroit for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Chicago to Detroit for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Spirit Airlines for just $103, but on average you can expect to pay $121.

Are there nonstop flights from Chicago to Detroit for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 20 direct flights from Chicago to Detroit under $200. A good price for a nonstop flight from Chicago to Detroit is less than $173.

Are there last-minute flights available from Chicago to Detroit for under $200?

There are currently 20+ open flights from Chicago to Detroit within the next 7 days for less than $200.

What days are nonstop flights available from Chicago to Detroit?

Nonstop flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Detroit on average per day?

On average 11 flights depart from Chicago to Detroit per day.
Morning (6am - Noon) - 9% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 73% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 18% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Chicago to Detroit?

For as low as $103, Spirit Airlines can have you in Detroit from Chicago in 24h 21m. The distance from Chicago to Detroit is about 235 mi.

What is the cheapest airline to fly 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 $103 on this airline. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Detroit for 49% less than the average price by searching for this airline.

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 ($43), Major Airline ($67), and Delta ($78).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Chicago to Detroit?

Before booking your flight from Chicago to Detroit check out the most popular airlines for this route: Train, Bus or Major Airline.

What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Detroit?

Consider Asiana Airlines (100%), Endeavor Airlines (91%) or Envoy Air (91%) 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 $185, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $80. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $115.

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COVID Restrictions

View COVID Travel Restrictions for Detroit, MI

Do I need a COVID test to fly to Detroit from Chicago?

Information is based on travel restrictions for travel to Detroit within the United States

Most visitors from Chicago need to provide a negative COVID-19 test result and/or quarantine to enter Detroit.

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Chicago must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to Detroit.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Chicago are not required to quarantine after entering Detroit.

Do I need a test to fly back to Chicago from Detroit?

Returning to Chicago from Detroit

COVID-19 testing requirements
Visitors from Detroit must present a negative RT-PCR (NAAT) or Antigen (quick-test) test taken 72 hours before departing to Chicago.

Quarantine requirements
Visitors from Detroit are not required to quarantine after entering Chicago.

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Alternative routes for Chicago to Detroit

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Greater Peoria to Flint Bishop from $203 pp

Destination information for Detroit

Things to know before you go - useful duration and weather info for your trip from Chicago to Detroit.
Flight duration from Chicago to DTT
1h 17m
Average temperature for October in Detroit
62.6 °F
Avg rainfall for October in Detroit
2.9 ″

Airports servicing Chicago

O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Midway (MDW)
Rockford (RFD)

Airports servicing Detroit

Detroit (DTW)

Top 4 airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit All airports

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Chicago to Detroit choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
Airline Cheapest Average Flexibility On-time COVID-19 safety
American Airlines 		$89 $256 No cancel fee 71%
United Airlines 		$89 $243 No cancel fee 69%
Delta 		$94 $269 No cancel fee N/A
Spirit Airlines 		$138 $237 No cancel fee 65%

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Hourly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit

See what time of day planes typically take off from Chicago towards Detroit.
Afternoon Noon to 6 PM 56% of CHI to DTT departures
Morning 6 AM to noon 21% of CHI to DTT departures
Evening 6 PM to midnight 21% of CHI to DTT departures
Early morning Midnight to 6 AM 2% of CHI to DTT departures
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM
Weekly flight availability
from Chicago to Detroit
See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Chicago to Detroit.
Sunday
61 daily flights
Monday
68 daily flights
Tuesday
66 daily flights
Wednesday
72 daily flights
Thursday
59 daily flights
Friday
67 daily flights
Saturday
40 daily flights
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