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$86+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh (DTT - PIT)

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 6/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — PIT
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Pittsburgh

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Pittsburgh (PIT). 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 May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$185
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$86
(CheapOair)

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$528

Good round-trip deal

$259 or less

Good one-way deal

$208 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Pittsburgh. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Thu 5/226:45 amDTW - PIT
2 stops16h 36mMultiple Airlines
Sat 5/316:30 amPIT - DTW
1 stop13h 31mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$185
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 7/2311:00 amDTW - PIT
1 stop3h 57mAmerican Airlines
Sun 7/276:00 amPIT - DTW
1 stop6h 12mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/30$229
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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.
Fri 5/164:40 pmDTW - PIT
1 stop5h 40mSpirit Airlines
Mon 5/1911:06 amPIT - DTW
1 stop21h 11mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/30$244
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 6/1810:57 pmDTW - PIT
Nonstop1h 11mDelta
Sun 6/227:32 pmPIT - DTW
Nonstop1h 13mDelta
Deal found 4/30$259
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 7/74:20 pmDTW - PIT
1 stop4h 31mUnited Airlines
Fri 7/1111:05 amPIT - DTW
1 stop4h 27mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/30$285
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/236:30 amDTW - PIT
2 stops5h 35mSouthwest
Mon 5/266:20 amPIT - DTW
1 stop3h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 4/30$371

Cheapflights Fare Finder

Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh 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 May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Pittsburgh

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/22

6:45 am-11:21 pm

2 stops16h 36m

Pittsburgh

Sat 5/31

6:30 am-8:01 pm

1 stop13h 31m

$185

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 7/23

11:00 am-2:57 pm

1 stop3h 57m

Pittsburgh

Sun 7/27

6:00 am-12:12 pm

1 stop6h 12m

$229

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/16

4:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Pittsburgh

Mon 5/19

11:06 am-8:17 am

1 stop21h 11m

$244

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/18

10:57 pm-12:08 am

Nonstop1h 11m

Pittsburgh

Sun 6/22

7:32 pm-8:45 pm

Nonstop1h 13m

$259

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 7/7

4:20 pm-8:51 pm

1 stop4h 31m

Pittsburgh

Fri 7/11

11:05 am-3:32 pm

1 stop4h 27m

$285

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/23

6:30 am-12:05 pm

2 stops5h 35m

Pittsburgh

Mon 5/26

6:20 am-10:00 am

1 stop3h 40m

$371

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/1

4:40 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop5h 40m

$86

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/4

6:07 am-9:28 am

1 stop3h 21m

$90

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/30

5:55 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop5h 02m

$124

DetroitPittsburgh

DTW - PIT

DTWPIT

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/3

7:45 pm-10:39 am

1 stop14h 54m

$135

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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 Detroit to Pittsburgh in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Detroit to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 DTT to PIT?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Pittsburgh. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

When flying from Detroit to Pittsburgh, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the morning, which can drop the price by up to 14% versus a flight at noon.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Pittsburgh

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Pittsburgh. 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 May 1, 2025.

The most flights from DTT to PIT are scheduled on a Monday (15 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Pittsburgh by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Pittsburgh ranges from 2.3 - 4.3 inches per month. June is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.3 in. October is typically the driest time to visit Pittsburgh when rainfall is around 2.3 in.

Temperature in Pittsburgh by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Pittsburgh, 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 28.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Pittsburgh

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and United Airlines from Detroit to Pittsburgh. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,934 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,696 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
JetBlue
7.3
Good
2,924 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,294 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.6

Crew

8.6

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Gina,Apr 2025

LAS - DEN

Good, the crew was friendly and helpful. The pilot had great skills in keeping the plane stable through rough turbulence. Smooth landing, too! Thank you!

Related info for your journey

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

    If you book a flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh, you will be flying from All airports to Pittsburgh. Flights to Pittsburgh (PIT) from Detroit All airports (DTT) take 1h 03m for a nonstop flight. There are 12 flights from All airports to Pittsburgh per day from 2 airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit to Pittsburgh is American Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $229 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $244 and $259 round-trip. American Airlines is currently priced 44% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $86. Users have also found prices from $90 and $124 on American Airlines and JetBlue, respectively.

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

    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 to Pittsburgh on time: Korean Air (80%), Aeromexico (80%), Air France (80%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh?

    On average you can expect to pay $369 for a flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh. The cheapest flight overall is $198 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Pittsburgh) is currently priced at $182.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh (average of $262). Flying from Detroit to Pittsburgh in November is currently the most expensive (average of $333). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Pittsburgh

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh. 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 May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$75Average$232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$259Average$380FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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