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$65+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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 2/28. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ORD — DTW
Feb 4 — Feb 111
Tue 2/4
Tue 2/11
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Detroit (DTW). 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 January 30, 2025.

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This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/195:35 amORD - DTW
1 stop10h 26mSpirit Airlines
Fri 2/218:00 amDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 18mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/29$126
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/206:50 amORD - DTW
1 stop6h 45mFrontier
Thu 2/209:26 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop13h 01mFrontier
Deal found 1/30$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/28. 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.
Wed 2/128:12 amMDW - DTW
1 stop5h 40mFrontier
Thu 2/133:43 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop6h 46mFrontier
Deal found 1/28$130
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Thu 2/276:45 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 33mDelta
Mon 3/35:55 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Deal found 1/29$137
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Mon 3/109:25 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 08mDelta
Mon 3/105:50 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Deal found 1/30$137
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 2/256:25 amMDW - DTW
1 stop6h 10mSouthwest
Tue 2/254:35 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 1/30$142
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:45 amORD - DTW
1 stop11h 32mMultiple Airlines
Sun 5/1812:49 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop11h 43mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/30$144
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Thu 2/277:00 amORD - DTW
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Mon 3/36:50 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/30$157
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/265:20 pmSTL - DTW
1 stop26h 06mFrontier
Wed 3/59:02 amDTW - STL
1 stop15h 41mFrontier
Deal found 1/29$160
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/30. 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.
Tue 3/44:00 pmSTL - DTW
2 stops15h 27mSpirit Airlines
Wed 3/57:52 pmDTW - STL
2 stops21h 50mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/30$191
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/29. 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.
Wed 2/262:37 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 20mUnited Airlines
Wed 3/59:15 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/29$197
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Thu 2/272:46 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 14mAmerican Airlines
Mon 3/33:35 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/29$207

Find flights from Illinois to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois to Detroit 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 January 30, 2025.

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ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 3/12

9:16 am-4:42 pm

1 stop6h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/13

11:45 am-11:06 pm

1 stop12h 21m

$124

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/20

6:50 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/20

9:26 pm-9:27 am

1 stop13h 01m

$130

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Wed 2/12

8:12 am-2:52 pm

1 stop5h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/13

3:43 pm-9:29 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$130

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

6:15 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 3/6

5:55 pm-6:25 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Mon 3/10

6:42 pm-8:50 pm

Nonstop1h 08m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/17

5:50 pm-6:02 pm

Nonstop1h 12m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

8:55 pm-11:13 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

2:40 pm-2:58 pm

Nonstop1h 18m

$138

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 2/25

6:25 am-1:35 pm

1 stop6h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 2/25

4:35 pm-4:50 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$142

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 5/16

6:45 am-7:17 pm

1 stop11h 32m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

12:49 pm-11:32 pm

1 stop11h 43m

$144

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/27

7:00 am-12:40 pm

1 stop4h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

6:50 pm-10:20 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$157

St. LouisDetroit

STL - DTW

STLDTW

Lambert-St Louis

Sun 3/2

5:20 pm-8:02 am

1 stop13h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 3/5

9:02 am-11:43 pm

1 stop15h 41m

$170

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Detroit

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Illinois to Detroit including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 IL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois to Detroit. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 30, 2025.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois to Detroit. 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 January 30, 2025.

The most flights from USIL to DTW are scheduled on a Wednesday (65 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (33 on average).

Rainfall in Detroit by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport ranges from 1.8 - 3.1 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.1 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport when rainfall is around 1.8 in.

Temperature in Detroit by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, 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 24.8 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Detroit

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Detroit. 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 Detroit. Reviews last updated January 30, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Illinois to Detroit, see what other customers have to say about Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,686 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,450 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,153 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,906 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,585 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

6.0
Good

Lauren,Dec 2024

MCI - DCA

We BARELY made the connection and when we got onboard we were treated like disobedient children who should have arrived earlier because we had to ask other passengers to move so we could sit with our kids. The flight attendants on the first flight were nice but the second one, they were snippy and fairly rude.

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Detroit from Illinois?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Illinois, you will be flying to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is located 17.3 mi from the center of Detroit.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Frontier. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $65. Users have also found prices from $68 and $69 on Spirit Airlines and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Most travelers choose Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, Chicago Midway - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Lambert-St Louis - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County when deciding on the best route from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

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

    Before booking your flight to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Illinois, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SWISS (100%), WestJet (92%), China Eastern( 90%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $799 for a flight from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $98 while the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) is currently priced at $118.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Illinois to Detroit 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 Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Illinois to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in March is currently the most expensive (average of $305). 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois to Detroit. 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 January 30, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$90Average$223FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$403FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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