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$71+ Cheap flights from Portland to Detroit (PDX - DTT)

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PDX — DTT
Dec 4 — Dec 111
Thu 12/4
Thu 12/11
1 adult, Economy
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This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/301:51 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop12h 29mAlaska Airlines
Mon 1/56:40 amDTW - PDX
1 stop26h 38mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$362
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/215:28 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 37mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/59:59 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop13h 54mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$363
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/232:29 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 1/310:01 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop16h 42mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$365
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Mon 12/228:45 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop18h 42mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/412:10 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$366
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/316:02 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop14h 17mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/117:20 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop18h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$369
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/243:59 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/319:02 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 58mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$371
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/45:49 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop19h 56mAlaska Airlines
Wed 12/105:41 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops15h 39mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$372
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 11/285:28 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 37mFrontier
Sat 11/296:11 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop26h 51mFrontier
Deal found 11/2$373
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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.
Sat 12/205:39 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops19h 19mMultiple Airlines
Tue 12/308:46 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 14mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$374
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/3. 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 12/302:29 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops24h 58mMultiple Airlines
Fri 1/99:05 amDTW - PDX
1 stop11h 22mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/3$375
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 12/232:29 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops23h 56mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/412:10 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 28mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/2$376
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/2. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/167:25 amPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/236:40 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 33mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/2$378

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 November 4, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$354
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$71
(CheapOair)

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$519

Good round-trip deal

$343 or less

Good one-way deal

$204 or less
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease ($8 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 November 4, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Detroit that are best for you.

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Portland

Fly to

Detroit

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Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 12/27

1:51 pm-5:20 am

1 stop12h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

6:40 am-4:27 pm

1 stop12h 47m

$382

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 12/24

5:15 pm-6:16 am

1 stop10h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/31

8:52 am-10:49 am

Nonstop4h 57m

$403

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sun 12/28

5:10 am-5:20 am

1 stop21h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 1/6

6:40 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$413

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 1/1

12:00 pm-7:14 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/10

8:30 am-4:30 pm

1 stop11h 00m

$421

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 1/1

12:00 pm-7:14 pm

Nonstop4h 14m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/9

12:20 pm-8:59 pm

1 stop11h 39m

$441

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 12/11

5:30 am-5:50 pm

2 stops9h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/21

6:35 am-2:10 pm

2 stops10h 35m

$508

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 12/19

11:16 pm-6:27 am

Nonstop4h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/25

8:52 am-10:49 am

Nonstop4h 57m

$519

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 12/11

11:20 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/13

8:15 pm-10:10 pm

Nonstop4h 55m

$519

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 12/25

6:14 am-3:56 pm

1 stop6h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/1

6:40 am-12:13 pm

1 stop8h 33m

$522

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 12/11

11:20 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/21

5:57 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop9h 02m

$529

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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 Portland to Detroit in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JustAirTicketPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*1 star

*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 Portland-Detroit flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Portland-Detroit flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Detroit flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-Detroit flights, Cheapflights users trust eDreams the most. eDreams 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 Portland-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 Portland to Detroit

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Portland with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on October 31, 2025.

Booking 25 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Portland 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 Portland to Detroit?

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit (average of $170). Flying from Portland to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 PDX to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 November 4, 2025.

When flying from Portland to Detroit, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the afternoon, which can drop the price by up to 42% versus a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 2, 2025.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Portland 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 November 4, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Detroit, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest, and Delta. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,237 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Delta
7.9
Good
8,002 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,998 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,116 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
11,237 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

7.8

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.0

Crew

8.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sep 2025

BOS - HNL

The flight was awesome but a little long. I would prefer a flight with a layover. The amount of space available was minimal and a little uncomfortable for that long of a flight.

Related info for your journey

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

    You will need to book a flight from Portland to Detroit All airports if you want to fly from Portland to Detroit. At least 8 different airlines have flights from Portland (PDX) to All airports (DTT) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to Detroit from the Portland airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from PDX to DTT to be around 4h 10m.

  • How long is the flight from Portland to Detroit?

    Alaska Airlines and Delta can get you from Portland to Detroit in just under 10h 01m. Your travel time can differ by up to 2h 28m. Portland and Detroit are separated by a distance of 1946 mi. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Detroit is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $103 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Alaska Airlines, starting at $170 and $261 round-trip. These flights start at 79% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    Consider KLM (92%), Delta (91%) or Virgin Atlantic (89%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Portland to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Portland to Detroit?

    On average you can expect to pay $791 for a flight from Portland to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $158 while the most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $249.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit (average of $170). Flying from Portland to Detroit in December is currently the most expensive (average of $458). 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to Detroit

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 November 4, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$103Average$303FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$170Average$278FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$261Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Sun Country AirCheapest$285Average$350FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$531FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$356Average$459FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
DeltaCheapest$376Average$577FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$387Average$502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%

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