Question 1

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Phoenix flights?

Accepted Answer

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

Question 2

How often are flights from Detroit to Phoenix delayed?

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About 18% of weekly flights between Detroit and Phoenix have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 165 minutes.

Question 3

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Phoenix flights?

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Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

Question 4

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Question 5

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix round-trip?

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Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix round-trip from $26. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are JetBlue, from $198, and Southwest, from $208. Users have found that Frontier is 92% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

Question 6

What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix one-way?

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The cheapest airline one-way is Frontier, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $59. However, be on the lookout for offers from Southwest and American Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix for a low price.

Question 7

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

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To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix, you should look to book at least 83 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

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Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix (average of $197). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix in March is currently the most expensive (average of $370). 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.

Question 9

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

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Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon 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.

Question 10

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix

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The most flights from DTW to PH1 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

Question 11

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In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Phoenix ranges from 0.0 - 1.1 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.1 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Phoenix when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

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If weather is an important factor for your trip to Phoenix, 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 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of December, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 55.4 F).

Question 13

What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

Accepted Answer

On average you can expect to pay $1,312 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix. The cheapest flight overall is $113 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Phoenix Sky Harbor Intl) is currently priced at $152.

Question 14

What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

Accepted Answer

Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix on time: American Airlines (84%), KLM (80%), WestJet (78%).

Question 15

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

Accepted Answer

When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix, you may want to consider flying on Frontier, American Airlines or Delta as they are the most popular for this route.

Question 16

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to PHX?

Accepted Answer

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

Question 17

What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Phoenix?

Accepted Answer

Most people fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) if they book a flight from Detroit to Phoenix. On average, Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has 12 outbound flights to Phoenix per day from 6 airlines. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is conveniently located just 17.3 mi from Detroit’s city center.

Question 18

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 19

How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix?

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

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Phoenix by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

Popular in	March
Cheapest in	January
Average price	$356

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Frontier	Cheapest$26	Average$257	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
JetBlue	Cheapest$198	Average$347	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time62%
Southwest	Cheapest$208	Average$374	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time63%
American Airlines	Cheapest$238	Average$388	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time71%
Delta	Cheapest$238	Average$420	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
United Airlines	Cheapest$274	Average$370	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time69%

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to PHX?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 35% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix?

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix

The most flights from DTW to PH1 are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Wednesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (5 on average).

How often are flights from Detroit to Phoenix delayed?

About 18% of weekly flights between Detroit and Phoenix have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 165 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Detroit to Phoenix flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Wednesday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Sunday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Detroit to Phoenix flights?

Over the last year, American Airlines have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.

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