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$63+ Cheap flights from Illinois 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 6/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DTT
May 31 — Jun 71
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Illinois to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Illinois to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2026.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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 5/266:33 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop21h 40m
Frontier
Tue 6/21:59 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop19h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$126
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/275:27 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 12m
Frontier
Wed 6/36:05 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop24h 28m
Frontier
Deal found 4/29$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/205:27 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 12m
Frontier
Tue 5/261:59 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop19h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/30$163
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Thu 5/286:33 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop5h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/316:30 am
DTW
-
STL
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/28$165
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/26. 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.
Thu 6/46:33 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop5h 05m
Frontier
Sun 6/71:59 pm
DTW
-
STL
1 stop19h 56m
Frontier
Deal found 4/26$170
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/191:59 pm
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Thu 5/281:59 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/28. 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.
Fri 5/155:27 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 12m
Frontier
Sun 5/176:50 am
DTW
-
STL
1 stop11h 04m
Frontier
Deal found 4/28$180
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Wed 5/2712:04 pm
MDW
-
DTW
1 stop11h 35m
Frontier
Thu 5/281:59 pm
DTW
-
MDW
1 stop9h 03m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$180
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/141:59 pm
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Tue 5/191:31 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop7h 20m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$181
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. 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 5/275:27 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 12m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/39:47 pm
DTW
-
STL
2 stops20h 46m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/29$182
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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 5/191:59 pm
ORD
-
DTW
1 stop9h 40m
Frontier
Tue 5/261:59 pm
DTW
-
ORD
1 stop6h 42m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$185
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/27. 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.
Tue 5/268:08 pm
STL
-
DTW
1 stop26h 51m
Frontier
Thu 5/286:50 am
DTW
-
STL
1 stop11h 43m
Frontier
Deal found 4/27$185

Find flight deals from Illinois to Detroit

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Illinois to Detroit flight deals. Data was last updated May 1, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$126
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$63
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$199

Good round-trip deal

$364 or less

Good one-way deal

$153 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Chicago (CHI)-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
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From Illinois to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Illinois to Detroit (DTT)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 31% potential increase in price ($148 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 7% potential price decrease ($24 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Illinois to Detroit (DTT).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Illinois to Detroit (DTT).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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 May 1, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Illinois to Detroit that are best for you.

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Price

Cheapest round-trip

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/21

7:00 pm-9:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/28

7:45 pm-8:14 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$191

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 6/3

9:15 pm-11:43 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/10

6:00 am-6:26 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$204

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Tue 5/26

5:35 am-9:45 am

1 stop3h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

7:00 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$207

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Wed 5/27

10:10 am-6:20 pm

2 stops7h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/27

7:40 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$211

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/9

5:22 pm-7:51 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/15

12:15 pm-12:40 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$216

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 5/21

8:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 5/25

7:00 am-12:00 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$234

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Fri 5/22

9:22 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/26

8:25 am-8:43 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$239

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 6/5

6:00 am-8:33 am

Nonstop1h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/6

8:50 am-9:22 am

Nonstop1h 32m

$243

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 5/31

5:19 pm-7:44 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/1

4:00 pm-4:29 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

$243
Quickest round-trip

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 6/4

1:10 pm-3:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/7

8:25 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$243

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Detroit

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

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

Booking 50 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Illinois to Detroit. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Detroit?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit (average of $48). Flying from Illinois to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 IL to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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 May 1, 2026.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Illinois to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 40% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Illinois to Detroit. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 May 1, 2026.

The most flights from USIL to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (92 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (61 on average).

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

Related info for your journey

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

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Detroit.

  • How long is the flight from Illinois to Detroit?

    Departing from Illinois to Detroit will take you 1h 28m. Airlines will cover a distance of 234 mi. Both multi-stop and nonstop flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Southwest. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $45. Users have also found prices from $46 and $48 on Delta and American Airlines, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Detroit?

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

    Consider Republic Airways (75%), Air Canada (74%) or Air New Zealand (69%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Detroit is generally $442, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $83. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $137 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit (average of $48). Flying from Illinois to Detroit in March is currently the most expensive (average of $181). 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 Illinois to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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 May 1, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$91Average$327FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$97Average$313FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$121Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$133Average$389FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
FrontierCheapest$144Average$178FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%

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