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$72+ Cheap flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit (PIT - 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 10/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PIT — DTT
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Pittsburgh to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Pittsburgh (PIT) 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 September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$144
(Frontier)

One-way from

$72
(Frontier)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$447

Good round-trip deal

$301 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
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Cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Pittsburgh to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 10/1210:56 amPIT - DTW
1 stop7h 05mFrontier
Sun 10/196:00 amDTW - PIT
1 stop10h 38mFrontier
Deal found 9/13$144
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/158:50 pmDTW - PIT
1 stop20h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$155
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/109:26 pmPIT - DTW
1 stop13h 51mFrontier
Sun 10/126:00 amDTW - PIT
1 stop10h 45mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$156
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/87:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Wed 10/158:50 pmDTW - PIT
1 stop20h 39mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$170
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/146:29 pmDTW - PIT
1 stop28h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$175
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/77:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/167:28 amDTW - PIT
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$177
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 9/307:10 amPIT - DTW
2 stops30h 49mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/29:12 amDTW - PIT
1 stop10h 44mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$179
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/39:34 amPIT - DTW
1 stop13h 06mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/78:50 pmDTW - PIT
2 stops26h 26mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/14$181
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/83:12 pmPIT - DTW
1 stop8h 13mAmerican Airlines
Tue 10/147:00 amDTW - PIT
1 stop7h 42mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 9/14$183
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/87:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops11h 32mSpirit Airlines
Thu 10/167:28 amDTW - PIT
1 stop10h 01mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/15$192
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/147:12 amPIT - DTW
2 stops17h 33mSpirit Airlines
Tue 10/216:43 amDTW - PIT
1 stop16h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 9/14$203

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Pittsburgh 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 September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit that are best for you.

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Pittsburgh

Fly to

Detroit

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Return

Price

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Sun 10/12

10:56 am-6:01 pm

1 stop7h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

6:00 am-4:38 pm

1 stop10h 38m

$144

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Fri 10/10

9:26 pm-11:17 am

1 stop13h 51m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/12

6:00 am-4:45 pm

1 stop10h 45m

$156

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Wed 10/8

3:12 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop8h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/14

7:00 am-2:42 pm

1 stop7h 42m

$183

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Tue 10/14

7:12 am-12:45 am

2 stops17h 33m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/21

8:20 pm-4:10 pm

2 stops19h 50m

$206

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Mon 10/6

6:45 am-8:13 am

2 stops25h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/8

7:15 pm-4:28 pm

1 stop21h 13m

$219

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Sat 11/15

8:31 pm-8:19 am

2 stops35h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/22

4:24 pm-7:02 pm

1 stop26h 38m

$220

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Tue 10/7

6:00 am-11:30 am

1 stop5h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/16

12:16 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop4h 54m

$227

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Tue 10/7

11:16 am-8:26 pm

1 stop9h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

10:50 am-3:32 pm

1 stop4h 42m

$227

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Mon 10/13

4:06 pm-8:16 am

2 stops16h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 10/15

6:43 am-11:16 pm

1 stop16h 33m

$231

PittsburghDetroit

PIT - DTW

PITDTW

Pittsburgh

Thu 10/16

7:34 pm-8:13 am

1 stop12h 39m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 10/19

9:05 pm-5:46 pm

2 stops20h 41m

$235

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Best time to book a flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 PIT to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Pittsburgh to Detroit is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the evening tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 39% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh to Detroit. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Pittsburgh to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday afternoons 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 Pittsburgh to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Pittsburgh 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 September 16, 2025.

The most flights from PIT to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Pittsburgh 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 September 16, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta from Pittsburgh to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,957 reviews

Comfort

7.9

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.9

Food

7.3

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Kim,May 2025

PIH - SLC

This trip was fine even with delay I had plenty of time to get connection flight!

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh to Detroit?

    If you book a flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit, you will be flying from Pittsburgh to All airports. Flights to Detroit All airports (DTT) from Pittsburgh (PIT) take 1h 09m for a nonstop flight. There are 15 flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit per day from 1 airline.

  • How long is the flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

    A quick flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit can take about 7h 05m. Frontier provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $144. Airlines will cover a distance of 200 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Pittsburgh to Detroit round-trip?

    Currently priced at $249, Delta will fly you from Pittsburgh to Detroit and back. In addition to Delta, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Delta is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit consider choosing Republic Airways (93%), Endeavor Airlines (92%) or Korean Air (92%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

    The cheapest flight price from Pittsburgh to Detroit is $113. On average you can expect to pay $493. The most popular route, (Pittsburgh - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $179.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit (average of $250). Flying from Pittsburgh 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 airline flying from Pittsburgh to Detroit

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Pittsburgh 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 September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
DeltaCheapest$249Average$383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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