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$131+ Cheap flights from Portland to Detroit (PDX - DTT)

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PDX — DTT
jun. 17 — jun. 241
mar. 6/17
mar. 6/24
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Detroit All airports are usually found in April or September, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Friday

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 junio 12, 2025.

Round-trip from

$287
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$131
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$554

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$185 or less
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on junio 12, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mié. 7/3010:23 amPDX - DTW
1 stop10h 46mMultiple Airlines
lun. 8/42:11 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops27h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/10$287
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/12. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 6/276:39 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop8h 01mSpirit Airlines
dom. 7/139:53 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/12$288
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sáb. 8/27:01 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop12h 58mFrontier
dom. 8/106:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop7h 11mFrontier
Deal found 6/10$298
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/11. 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jue. 7/311:59 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 06mSun Country Air
lun. 7/711:27 amDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 19mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/11$315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/10. 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
vie. 9/510:10 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops14h 15mAlaska Airlines
mar. 9/96:30 amDTW - PDX
2 stops9h 53mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/10$365

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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 junio 12, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Detroit that are best for you.

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Detroit

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PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

mié. 7/30

10:23 am-12:09 am

1 stop10h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 8/4

2:11 pm-2:15 pm

2 stops27h 04m

$287

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

vie. 6/27

6:39 pm-5:40 am

1 stop8h 01m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 7/13

9:53 pm-9:18 am

1 stop14h 25m

$288

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

sáb. 8/2

7:01 pm-10:59 am

1 stop12h 58m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 8/10

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

$298

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

jue. 7/3

11:59 pm-9:05 am

1 stop6h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 7/7

11:27 am-10:46 pm

1 stop14h 19m

$315

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

vie. 9/5

10:10 pm-3:25 pm

2 stops14h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

mar. 9/9

6:30 am-1:23 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$365

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

dom. 7/20

10:23 am-12:09 am

1 stop10h 46m

$131

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

sáb. 7/26

5:58 pm-9:05 am

1 stop12h 07m

$140

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

mié. 7/16

10:23 am-5:14 pm

2 stops27h 51m

$147

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

mié. 6/18

6:35 am-4:56 pm

1 stop7h 21m

$185

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

jue. 8/21

6:35 am-6:45 pm

2 stops9h 10m

$231

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Best time to book a flight from Portland to Detroit

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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 June 9, 2025.

Booking 56 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Portland 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 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 junio 12, 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 56% 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 June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Portland to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland 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 junio 12, 2025.

The most flights from PDX to DTT are scheduled on a Monday (5 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

Plan your trip to Detroit by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 24.8 F).

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 junio 12, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Portland to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,287 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,950 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,790 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.5

Comfort

7.8

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.1

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

James,Apr 2025

LAX - SFO

Good flight except the uncontrollable cold air from the ceiling.

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 4 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 09m.

  • 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 $288 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Sun Country Air, starting at $298 and $315 round-trip. These flights start at 44% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Spirit Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $131. Sun Country Air flights start at $140 while deals on Frontier start at $185 one-way.

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

    Consider Korean Air (83%), Delta (83%) or China Eastern (77%) 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 $904 for a flight from Portland to Detroit. The cheapest flight overall is $108 while the most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $207.

  • 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Portland 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 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 junio 12, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$259FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$148Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$181Average$341FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$321Average$522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$489FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$383Average$484FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$655FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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