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$32+ Cheap flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (PHL - 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 2/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DTW
ene. 27 — feb. 31
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in May or September, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Philadelphia (PHL) 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 enero 22, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$72
(Kiwi.com)

One-way from

$32
(FlightHub)

Popular in

February

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May

Average price

$179

Good round-trip deal

$201 or less

Good one-way deal

$116 or less
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Cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Philadelphia to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on enero 22, 2025.

This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
jue. 2/1311:04 amPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 59mSpirit Airlines
mar. 2/185:20 amDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 33mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/22$72
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
sáb. 2/85:20 amPHL - DTW
1 stop7h 44mMultiple Airlines
lun. 2/1010:05 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 44mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/22$94
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
jue. 2/208:26 amPHL - DTW
1 stop6h 12mFrontier
dom. 2/237:59 pmDTW - PHL
1 stop11h 31mFrontier
Deal found 1/22$139
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
sáb. 3/16:00 amPHL - DTW
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
sáb. 3/16:00 pmDTW - PHL
1 stop4h 40mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$189
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/21. 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.
sáb. 3/83:43 pmPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 48mAmerican Airlines
sáb. 3/156:00 amDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 36mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/21$208
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/22. 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.
vie. 2/215:40 amPHL - DTW
1 stop5h 11mDelta
vie. 2/289:40 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 40mDelta
Deal found 1/22$233

Find flights from Philadelphia to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Philadelphia 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 enero 22, 2025.

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PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

jue. 2/13

11:04 am-1:03 pm

Nonstop1h 59m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 2/17

5:20 am-6:53 am

Nonstop1h 33m

$72

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/8

5:20 am-1:04 pm

1 stop7h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

lun. 2/10

10:05 pm-11:49 pm

Nonstop1h 44m

$94

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

mié. 4/23

4:28 pm-8:57 am

1 stop16h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

dom. 4/27

12:49 pm-7:32 am

1 stop18h 43m

$128

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

jue. 2/13

6:30 am-10:15 am

1 stop3h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 2/15

7:40 pm-11:29 pm

1 stop3h 49m

$169

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

sáb. 3/1

6:00 am-12:45 pm

1 stop6h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 3/1

6:00 pm-10:40 pm

1 stop4h 40m

$189

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

sáb. 3/8

3:43 pm-5:31 pm

Nonstop1h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

sáb. 3/15

6:00 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 36m

$208

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

vie. 2/21

5:40 am-10:51 am

1 stop5h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

vie. 2/28

9:40 pm-11:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$233

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

lun. 2/10

11:02 am-1:02 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$32

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

mar. 2/25

8:31 am-2:22 pm

1 stop5h 51m

$55

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

sáb. 2/22

6:25 am-12:25 pm

1 stop6h 00m

$80

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
AranGrantPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice 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 Philadelphia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Philadelphia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Philadelphia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Philadelphia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Philadelphia-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Philadelphia to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Philadelphia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on January 17, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 38 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Philadelphia 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 PHL to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 enero 22, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 47% on airfare.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Philadelphia to Detroit. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Thursday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Philadelphia 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 enero 22, 2025.

The most flights from PHL to DTW are scheduled on a Friday (25 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 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 enero 22, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines, Spirit Airlines and Southwest from Philadelphia to Detroit have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
4,654 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,514 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
3,190 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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
8,975 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,654 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

7.7

Food

7.2

Crew

8.7

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Philadelphia to Detroit. 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 Philadelphia to Detroit?

    Booking a flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is your only option if you wish to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit. On a typical day, there are 21 flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, all of which are around 1h 41m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport round-trip from $72. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $139, and Frontier, from $153. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 61% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Spirit Airlines ($32), Frontier ($55), and Southwest ($80).

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

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport consider choosing Endeavor Airlines (95%), Piedmont Airlines (90%) or Korean Air (89%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

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

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? While on average our users pay $732, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $60. The most popular route (Philadelphia - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $66.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Philadelphia 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 4 airlines flying from Philadelphia to Detroit

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Philadelphia 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 enero 22, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$39Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$138Average$256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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