HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Springfield

$287+ Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, IL (DTW - SPI)

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 2/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — SPI
Dec 18 — Dec 251
Thu 12/18
Thu 12/25
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Detroit to Springfield with Cheapflights

1. Tell us where you want to go

Enter your travel information like dates, passengers, trip type (one-way or round trip), and preferred cabin class then click “Find deals”

2. Select your favorite providers

We find the providers serving your travel needs. Choose up to four travel providers to compare side-by-side for flights, hotels, or car rentals.

3. Compare prices and book

Review each provider’s pricing and select the best option for you! Book through your favorite provider’s website for a seamless experience.

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Springfield

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Springfield (SPI). 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 November 18, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

eDreams
3 stars

Round-trip from

$411
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$287
(American Airlines)
Provider with most accurate pricing for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Springfield Capital flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-Springfield Capital flights.
Search Deals
From Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Springfield Capital
Search Deals
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Springfield Capital
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Detroit to Springfield

Cheapest flights from Detroit to Springfield
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Springfield. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 18, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/15. 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/226:26 pmDTW - SPI
1 stop5h 59mAmerican Airlines
Sat 12/276:14 pmSPI - DTW
1 stop4h 45mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/15$411
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/18. 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.
Sat 12/276:39 pmDTW - SPI
1 stop5h 56mAmerican Airlines
Tue 12/306:14 pmSPI - DTW
2 stops15h 57mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/18$534

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customize your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Springfield 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 November 18, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield that are best for you.

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Springfield

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitSpringfield

DTW - SPI

DTWSPI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/22

6:26 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop5h 59m

Springfield Capital

Sat 12/27

6:14 pm-11:59 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$411

DetroitSpringfield

DTW - SPI

DTWSPI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/27

6:39 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop5h 56m

Springfield Capital

Tue 12/30

6:14 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop4h 41m

$411

DetroitSpringfield

DTW - SPI

DTWSPI

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/8

5:57 pm-10:09 pm

1 stop5h 12m

$287

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 11/17

Compare providers for flights from Detroit to Springfield

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 Springfield in November.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Springfield, Illinois flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Springfield, Illinois flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Springfield, Illinois flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Springfield, Illinois 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport-Springfield, Illinois 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 Springfield

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Springfield from Detroit with our price prediction graph.
Estimated round-trip price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois (average of $40). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Springfield

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Springfield. 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 Springfield. Reviews last updated November 18, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with American Airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,045 reviews

Comfort

7.2

Food

6.4

Overall

7.2

Entertainment

6.9

Boarding

7.5

Crew

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

BNA - ORD

My flight was 8 hours delayed, so I missed my connecting flight to Dublin. I understand it’s not the staff’s fault but the lack of sympathy and apology was appalling. I had been sat in the airport since 4am until 3pm and they did not seem understanding. Not good. Need better customer service.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Springfield. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois?

    There are many flights that can get you from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois in 5h 59m. Fly via American Airlines to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 368 mi.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Springfield 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 Springfield, Illinois?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois (average of $40). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Springfield, Illinois in December is currently the most expensive (average of $271). 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.

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Springfield?

Book flights to Springfield if you plan to visit one of these locations
Lincoln

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top airline flying from Detroit to Springfield

Discover the top airline that operate flights from Detroit to Springfield. 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 November 18, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
American AirlinesCheapest$500Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book with Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.