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$143+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland (DTW - 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 9/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — PDX
Jun 20 — Jun 271
Fri 6/20
Fri 6/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Portland are usually found in August or April, booked 19 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Portland

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) 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 June 15, 2025.

Round-trip from

$268
(Cheapflightsfares)

One-way from

$143
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$469

Good round-trip deal

$499 or less

Good one-way deal

$363 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 June 15, 2025.

This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/319:53 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 25mSpirit Airlines
Sun 8/33:10 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop12h 54mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 6/14$268
This Cheapflightsfares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/13. 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 Cheapflightsfares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/127:15 amDTW - PDX
1 stop7h 15mFrontier
Wed 8/136:35 amPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Deal found 6/13$274
This Orbitz deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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 Orbitz is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/296:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop7h 18mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/93:10 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops18h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/14$276
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Fri 8/87:09 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop25h 07mSun Country Air
Sun 8/1011:59 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop7h 14mSun Country Air
Deal found 6/14$315
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/14. 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.
Wed 9/36:30 amDTW - PDX
2 stops13h 20mAlaska Airlines
Wed 9/242:30 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops11h 35mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 6/14$365
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Thu 8/147:30 amDTW - PDX
1 stop9h 25mSouthwest
Mon 8/185:35 amPDX - DTW
2 stops10h 10mSouthwest
Deal found 6/14$399

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Portland

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Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 7/31

9:53 pm-9:18 am

1 stop14h 25m

Portland

Sun 8/3

3:10 pm-7:04 am

1 stop12h 54m

$268

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/12

7:15 am-11:30 am

1 stop7h 15m

Portland

Wed 8/13

6:35 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$274

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/29

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

Portland

Wed 7/9

3:10 pm-12:53 pm

2 stops18h 43m

$276

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 8/8

7:09 pm-5:16 pm

1 stop25h 07m

Portland

Sun 8/10

11:59 pm-10:13 am

1 stop7h 14m

$315

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/3

6:30 am-4:50 pm

2 stops13h 20m

Portland

Wed 9/24

2:30 pm-5:05 am

2 stops11h 35m

$365

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 8/14

7:30 am-1:55 pm

1 stop9h 25m

Portland

Mon 8/18

5:35 am-6:45 pm

2 stops10h 10m

$399

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 9/1

11:14 am-4:48 pm

1 stop8h 34m

$143

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/15

6:30 am-2:15 pm

3 stops34h 45m

$145

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 6/30

6:00 am-10:18 am

1 stop7h 18m

$156

DetroitPortland

DTW - PDX

DTWPDX

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 9/23

6:30 am-1:23 pm

2 stops9h 53m

$178

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Portland

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 June 13, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 19 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 DTW 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 June 15, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 61% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland by exploring options for tickets at noon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Portland. Price data was last updated on June 8, 2025.

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

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Portland. 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 June 15, 2025.

The most flights from DTW to PDX 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 (4 on average).

Rainfall in Portland by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Portland ranges from 0.7 - 5.6 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 5.6 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Portland when rainfall is around 0.7 in.

Temperature in Portland by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Portland, 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 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 June 15, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Alaska Airlines, Southwest and Delta from Detroit to Portland. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
4,285 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
7,961 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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
8,793 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
10,000 reviews

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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

Comfort

7.8

Entertainment

7.1

Food

7.1

Overall

8.0

Crew

8.5

Boarding

8.1

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 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 Metropolitan Wayne County to Portland. There are 4 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Portland (PDX) per day to choose from. Flights to Portland from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are available from 8 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 4h 41m is how long a nonstop flight from Detroit to Portland typically takes.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $268 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Frontier and Sun Country Air, starting at $274 and $315 round-trip. Spirit Airlines is 43% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as $143 on Sun Country Air. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Spirit Airlines from $145 and Frontier from $156 one-way.

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland consider choosing China Eastern (100%), Korean Air (88%) or Delta (86%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $449 for a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland. The cheapest flight overall is $318 while the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Portland) is currently priced at $209.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Portland (average of $277). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 June 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$121Average$237FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$146Average$240FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$157Average$315FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$158Average$436FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$359Average$505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$360Average$460FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
DeltaCheapest$371Average$598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SouthwestCheapest$383Average$462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%

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