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$114+ Cheap flights from Detroit to Portland (DTT - PDX)

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 11/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — PDX
Oct 17 — Oct 241
Fri 10/17
Fri 10/24
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Portland (PDX). 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 September 17, 2025.

Round-trip from

$220
(Priceline)

One-way from

$114
(Kiwi.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$499

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$466 or less
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Portland
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Portland. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 17, 2025.

This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/206:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Fri 10/2412:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$220
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/17. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 10/187:55 amDTW - PDX
1 stop6h 53mFrontier
Mon 10/2012:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/17$233
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/256:10 amDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Mon 9/296:05 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$234
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/153:42 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops50h 21mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/2112:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$236
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Thu 10/166:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Thu 10/2312:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$237
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:10 amDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Sun 10/127:30 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops26h 29mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$240
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Fri 10/176:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Fri 10/2410:34 amPDX - DTW
2 stops11h 25mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$241
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/26:10 amDTW - PDX
1 stop21h 02mFrontier
Mon 10/66:05 amPDX - DTW
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$242
This Priceline deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. 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 Priceline is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/176:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Mon 10/2012:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/16$243
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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 10/172:56 pmDTW - PDX
2 stops23h 52mFrontier
Tue 10/2112:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$244
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. 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.
Mon 10/206:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 48mFrontier
Thu 10/2312:43 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 16mFrontier
Deal found 9/15$245

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Portland 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 September 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Portland that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Portland

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

6:10 am-12:12 am

1 stop21h 02m

Portland

Mon 10/6

6:05 am-12:46 am

1 stop15h 41m

$242

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 10/2

7:10 pm-11:34 am

1 stop19h 24m

Portland

Sun 10/12

6:40 pm-11:33 am

1 stop13h 53m

$395

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

5:41 pm-10:27 pm

1 stop7h 46m

Portland

Tue 12/9

7:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$419

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/2

5:41 pm-12:19 am

1 stop9h 38m

Portland

Mon 12/8

4:32 pm-4:45 pm

2 stops21h 13m

$421

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

4:53 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Portland

Tue 12/2

7:25 am-4:45 pm

1 stop6h 20m

$422

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 11/5

4:51 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Portland

Sun 11/9

10:28 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop14h 27m

$422

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/16

5:41 pm-9:32 am

1 stop18h 51m

Portland

Fri 12/19

3:59 pm-5:20 am

1 stop10h 21m

$422

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/25

4:53 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop9h 07m

Portland

Mon 12/1

1:24 pm-4:45 pm

1 stop24h 21m

$432

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

7:00 am-1:55 pm

2 stops9h 55m

Portland

Mon 11/24

12:45 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop7h 15m

$442

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/14

4:51 pm-8:37 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Portland

Wed 11/19

6:00 am-3:55 pm

1 stop6h 55m

$442

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Portland

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

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Detroit to Portland, you should look to book at least 81 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.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Detroit to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 PDX?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Portland. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 17, 2025.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 52% on flights from Detroit to Portland by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Portland. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Portland flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons 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 Detroit to Portland?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Portland?

Share of 1-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Portland chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Chicago (ORD) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 70% of 1-stop itineraries from Detroit to Portland on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Portland?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Portland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Las Vegas (LAS) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of $288.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Portland?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Portland, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 6h 42m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Portland?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Portland, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 47m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Portland

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Portland. 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 Portland. Reviews last updated September 17, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit to Portland, such as Southwest, Delta, and American Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,961 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,173 reviews
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,242 reviews

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.6

Food

7.0

Overall

8.0

Entertainment

7.5

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Mike,Aug 2025

OKC - AUS

AC was not adequate, even on a night flight. WiFi subpar even for the airlines

Related info for your journey

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

    If you wish to fly to Portland from Detroit, then you need to book flights from Detroit All airports to Portland. There are 3 flights from All airports (DTT) to Portland (PDX) per day to choose from. Flights to Portland from All airports are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 38m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Portland typically takes.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Portland?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit to Portland in 7h 46m. Fly via Frontier, Sun Country Air, or Hawaiian Airlines to get the fastest option. There are 1946 mi between Detroit and Portland. 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 Detroit to Portland round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Detroit to Portland round-trip from $146. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $151, and Sun Country Air, from $157. You may be able to fly from Detroit to Portland for 67% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

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

    Before booking your flight to Portland from Detroit, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Delta (78%), KLM (71%), Korean Air( 69%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Portland?

    The cheapest flight price from Detroit to Portland is $408. On average you can expect to pay $499. The most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Portland), can usually be booked for $288.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Detroit to Portland in March is currently the most expensive (average of $368). 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 Detroit to Portland

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Detroit to Portland. 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 September 17, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$146Average$247FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$151Average$266FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$157Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
SouthwestCheapest$297Average$464FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
American AirlinesCheapest$312Average$515FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$337Average$478FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
United AirlinesCheapest$358Average$496FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$371Average$527FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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