Cheap flights from Portland to Detroit (PWM - DTT) from $65

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 9/25. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
PWM — DTT
Oct 1 — Oct 81

The best prices from Portland to Detroit All airports are usually found in January or December, booked 49 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Tuesday

How to find the cheapest flight from Portland (PWM) to Detroit (DTT)

All the information you need to plan the best PWM to DTT flight in 2023: compare Portland to Detroit flight prices with the expected peak season, weather and rainfall in Detroit.

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$387

Round-trip from

$218
High demand for flights, 25% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 24% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in September 2023
From Portland to Detroit (DTT)

PWM - DTT

Price

$218 - $402

DTT

Temperature

24.8 - 73.4 °F

DTT

Rainfall

1.8 - 3.1 inches

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Thursday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

When searching for a good deal, it’s best to be prepared for potential fluctuations in price. We recommend booking at least 50 days in advance, which can save you up to 61% on flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit compared to booking the week you need them. Waiting 50 days out may not be for everyone, so we have options available for flights within the next two weeks, with the lowest price starting at $435. For sooner than that we have options available in the next 3 days from $571.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

Flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit lean towards being more expensive in November. Prices are generally better when you fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit in January, with the cheapest ticket starting at $201.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit (PWM - DTT)?

It’s typically best to fly out from Portland, Maine to Detroit in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 76% on the flight price compared to flying at noon, which is usually more expensive.

Cheap Frontier flights from Portland to Detroit

Take a peek at the cheapest Frontier flights we've detected traveling from Portland to Detroit. Make sure to check back often as deals are often changing.

Cheap American Airlines flights from Portland to Detroit

Browse through some of the cheapest American Airlines flights traveling from Portland to Detroit. Deals frequently update to provide users with more options.

Cheap Portland to Detroit flights in September & October 2023

The best prices found for PWM to DTT flights for September, October
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Portland to Detroit in 2023. Check back soon for alternative fares.

Portland to Detroit 2023 flight deals

Cheap flights to Detroit from Portland found for this year
These are some of the most attractive deals on flights from Portland to Detroit in 2023. Check back soon for alternative fares.

Non-stop flights to Detroit from Portland

Save time with Portland to Detroit direct flight deals
Consider booking one of these non-stop flights heading from Portland to Detroit. If you're looking for other options for flights from Portland to Detroit, make sure to update the search form at the top of page.

Portland to Detroit flights leaving soon

Late deals on return flights to Detroit from Portland, departing today and this week
Have a look at some of the flights available from Portland to Detroit departing last-minute. Users should double check the flight they book to ensure it matches the day, time, and destination they're looking for.

One-way flights to Detroit from Portland

The cheapest one-way flights from Portland to Detroit
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from Portland to Detroit. For those needing a return trip from Portland, there is a search form available above.

Find flights from Portland to Detroit within your budget

Use the slider to find flights from Portland to Detroit that fit your budget.

Fly from

Any airport

Fly to

Any airport

Budget

$188 - $395

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Thu 11/30

1 stop12h 04m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/3

1 stop13h 44m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Fri 10/20

1 stop11h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/23

2 stops15h 15m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Wed 10/25

2 stops10h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/30

1 stop7h 20m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Fri 10/20

1 stop12h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/23

1 stop9h 52m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Mon 10/9

1 stop14h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 10/10

1 stop24h 10m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Fri 10/20

1 stop11h 05m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/23

2 stops15h 15m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Wed 10/25

1 stop11h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/30

1 stop10h 50m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Wed 11/1

Nonstop2h 17m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/6

Nonstop2h 01m

PortlandDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

PWM - DTW

PWMDTW

Portland

Mon 11/6

1 stop15h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/7

1 stop19h 53m

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 9/26

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Detroit, such as Frontier, American Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

United Airlines
7.4
Good
1,890 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

American Airlines
7.2
Good
2,635 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

JetBlue
7.2
Good
781 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Frontier
5.8
Fair
762 reviews
Delta
7.9
Good
3,021 reviews

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.9

Boarding

8.0

Overall

7.9

Entertainment

7.8

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

We were supposed to land 1/2 early but instead was diverted to Cleveland for unknown reason with 10 other planes. Ended up in Detroit an hour and 1/2 late. People were waiting on me for quite a while. Very angry with Delta!!!!

Related info for your journey

Useful info, stats and facts about Portland to Detroit flights.

What airports do I use to fly from Portland to Detroit?

Detroit All airports is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Detroit from Portland. Booking flights from Portland (PWM) to All airports (DTT) should be relatively easy as there are 4 daily flights to Detroit from 4 different airlines. 2h 13m is how long a flight from Portland to Detroit All airports will take if you book a nonstop flight.

Can I find flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit for under $200 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit for under $200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Frontier for just $188, but on average you can expect to pay $303.

Are there nonstop flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit for under $400 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has at least 16 direct flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit under $400. A good price for a nonstop flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit is less than $581.

Are there last-minute flights available from Portland, Maine to Detroit for under $600?

There are currently 10+ open flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit within the next 7 days for less than $600.

What days are nonstop flights available from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

You can find nonstop flights on the following days: Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday.

How many flights depart from Portland, Maine to Detroit on average per day?

14 flight departures from Portland, Maine to Detroit per day on average.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 29% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Noon) - 14% of flight departures
Afternoon (Noon - 6pm) - 57% of flight departures

How long is the flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

There are many flights that can get you from Portland, Maine to Detroit in 2h 17m. Fly via Frontier, American Airlines, or Delta to get the fastest option. The distance between Portland, Maine and Detroit is about 670 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Portland, Maine to Detroit round-trip?

Flying on Frontier is currently your cheapest option to Detroit, with prices starting at $188. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Delta, with the lowest prices starting at $287 and $358, respectively. You may be able to fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit for 50% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit one-way?

One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $65 on Frontier. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include American Airlines from $189 and Delta from $219 one-way.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

What are the most reliable airlines from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Portland, Maine to Detroit are Korean Air (90%), Aeromexico (90%) and WestJet (79%).

What are the cheapest flights from Portland, Maine to Detroit?

Looking for the cheapest flight from Portland, Maine to Detroit? While on average our users pay $852, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $140. The most popular route (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $199.

What does PWM to DTW mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Portland Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a PWM to DTW flight.

Top 4 airlines flying from Portland to Detroit

The chart below displays the airlines Cheapflights users traveling from Portland to Detroit choose most often. Cheapest and average prices are based on aggregated data from the past 12 months.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetBlueCheapest$116Average$202FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Search JetBlue flights
United AirlinesCheapest$235Average$306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Search United Airlines flights
DeltaCheapest$237Average$418FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
Search Delta flights
American AirlinesCheapest$305Average$420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Search American Airlines flights

Hourly flight availability from Portland to Detroit

See what time of day planes typically take off from Portland to Detroit
84%of flight departuresEarly morningMidnight to 6 am
0%of flight departuresMorning6 am to noon
16%of flight departuresAfternoonNoon to 6 pm
0%of flight departuresEvening6 pm to midnight
Midnight
6 AM
Noon
6 PM

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Detroit

See how many times per day planes take to the skies headed from Portland to Detroit
Sunday4daily flights
Monday4daily flights
Tuesday4daily flights
Wednesday4daily flights
Thursday4daily flights
Friday4daily flights
Saturday4daily flights

Fly with Cheapflights

What makes Cheapflights the go-to destination for all your flight needs

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from Portland to Detroit?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find Portland to Detroit flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from Portland to Detroit?

Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight to Detroit from Portland by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

Can Cheapflights find flights from Portland to Detroit with no change fees?

Need flexible booking options for your flight to Detroit from Portland? Don’t worry, Cheapflights have you covered. Use our search filter to only show flights with no change fees.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from Portland to Detroit become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from Portland to Detroit and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and make a flight search when you’re ready to set up your price alert.

100% Free
Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.
Book with Flexibility
Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees
Travel Smart
Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.