Detroit

$49+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Detroit (PHL - 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 7/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DTT
May 15 — May 221
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Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit

Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 15, 2026.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Wed 5/68:35 pm
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop16h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 5/106:11 pm
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 38m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$135
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1712:00 pm
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop11h 59m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 6/2011:34 am
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$136
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 8/178:20 pm
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 45m
Spirit Airlines
Fri 8/211:27 pm
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$138
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 6/186:30 am
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 37m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/2011:34 am
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/10$139
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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.
Thu 5/78:35 pm
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop16h 00m
Frontier
Sun 5/106:57 pm
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop6h 09m
Frontier
Deal found 4/14$140
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 5/283:37 pm
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Sat 5/308:25 pm
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop13h 00m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/14$141
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/10. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 4/3010:01 am
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Mon 5/46:11 pm
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/10$143
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 5/283:37 pm
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 6/46:11 pm
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 38m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$144
This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/14. 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 5/213:37 pm
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 39m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 6/41:59 pm
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop8h 11m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 4/14$145
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/118:44 pm
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop12h 19m
Spirit Airlines
Thu 6/1811:34 am
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 30m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/13$146
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/11. 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.
Fri 8/2110:38 am
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 44m
Spirit Airlines
Wed 8/261:27 pm
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 51m
Spirit Airlines
Deal found 4/11$147

Find flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 April 15, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$135
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$49
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$307

Good round-trip deal

$311 or less

Good one-way deal

$241 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Philadelphia-Detroit (DTT) flight deals.
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Philadelphia-Detroit (DTT) flights.
From Philadelphia to Detroit (DTT)
One-way flight from Philadelphia to Detroit (DTT)
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price ($21 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Detroit (DTT).
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Detroit (DTT).

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 April 15, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Philadelphia to Detroit that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest round-trip

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Tue 6/16

6:05 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 6/27

9:35 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$307

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Wed 7/1

12:36 pm-2:24 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/4

9:35 pm-11:17 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

$307

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Mon 6/15

6:05 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/23

5:40 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$323

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 6/5

6:12 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/9

5:40 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$323

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Wed 6/3

9:45 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/8

5:40 pm-7:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$323

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 5/22

9:45 am-11:29 am

Nonstop1h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/23

9:30 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$323

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Wed 7/8

12:55 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/15

1:25 pm-10:20 pm

2 stops8h 55m

$337

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Tue 5/12

6:20 am-3:35 pm

2 stops9h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 5/19

1:40 pm-10:00 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$337
Quickest round-trip

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Thu 7/16

6:05 am-7:43 am

Nonstop1h 38m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/20

9:35 pm-11:16 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

$339

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Tue 5/5

11:35 am-9:15 pm

2 stops9h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/7

1:00 pm-11:05 pm

2 stops10h 05m

$349

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Compare providers for flights from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia to Detroit in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust 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 Philadelphia-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia-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 Philadelphia to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on April 10, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Philadelphia to Detroit may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 41 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit (average of $54). Flying from Philadelphia to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $86). 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 PHL to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 April 15, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 18% on flights from Philadelphia to Detroit by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2026.

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

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 April 15, 2026.

The most flights from PHL to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (14 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Philadelphia 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 April 15, 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Philadelphia to Detroit, such as Delta,JetBlue, andAmerican Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jim,Nov 2025

AVL - ATL

The exit row seats without a seat in front are great for leg room but don’t have a fold out entertainment console so you’re forced to use the screen several feet in front of you (there is, at least, a remote). Best to bring a tablet loaded with entertainment or a book.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Philadelphia to Detroit. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit, you will be flying from Philadelphia to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from Philadelphia (PHL) take 1h 39m for a nonstop flight. There are 24 flights from Philadelphia to Detroit per day from 4 airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    There are many flights that can get you from Philadelphia to Detroit in 1h 40m. Fly via Delta to get the fastest option. There are 452 mi between Philadelphia and Detroit. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    According to our current data, Frontier ($78), Spirit Airlines ($82), and American Airlines ($195) offers the cheapest pricing from Philadelphia to Detroit. Frontier is currently priced 72% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $29. Users have also found prices from $52 and $109 on Spirit Airlines and Southwest, respectively.

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

    Consider Republic Airways (100%), Aeromexico (87%) or Korean Air (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Philadelphia to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Philadelphia to Detroit is $117. On average you can expect to pay $748. The most popular route, (Philadelphia - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $103.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit (average of $54). Flying from Philadelphia to Detroit in June is currently the most expensive (average of $86). 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 4 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 April 15, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$78Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$82Average$149FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$195Average$326FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$209Average$347FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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