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$39+ 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 12/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PHL — DTW
Nov 25 — Dec 21
Mon 11/25
Mon 12/2
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in May or September, booked 31 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Friday

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 November 20, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

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Round-trip from

$76
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One-way from

$39
(Kiwi.com)
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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 November 20, 2024.

This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/139:50 amPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Mon 12/1612:42 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 38mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$76
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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.
Sat 11/235:10 amPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/282:42 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/19$80
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Sat 11/234:35 pmPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 51mFrontier
Thu 11/282:42 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 35mFrontier
Deal found 11/19$83
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/19. 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 12/58:21 pmPHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mDelta
Mon 12/99:40 pmDTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 39mDelta
Deal found 11/19$200
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 11/20. 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 12/186:20 amPHL - DTW
1 stop3h 43mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/315:45 amDTW - PHL
1 stop3h 56mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$218

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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.

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PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 12/13

9:50 am-11:37 am

Nonstop1h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/16

12:42 pm-2:20 pm

Nonstop1h 38m

$76

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Sat 1/4

2:40 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

5:35 pm-12:41 am

1 stop7h 06m

$93

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 12/6

6:00 am-12:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/9

10:34 am-10:27 pm

1 stop11h 53m

$128

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Tue 12/10

8:30 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop1h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/17

10:15 am-11:52 am

Nonstop1h 37m

$169

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Thu 2/13

10:10 am-4:57 pm

1 stop6h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/16

9:15 am-2:15 pm

1 stop5h 00m

$204

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 12/6

7:10 pm-9:13 pm

Nonstop2h 03m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/10

5:45 am-7:32 am

Nonstop1h 47m

$219

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Fri 2/28

6:00 am-12:06 pm

1 stop6h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

12:53 pm-5:23 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$246

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Wed 12/18

2:40 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$39

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Thu 11/28

12:01 pm-1:52 pm

Nonstop1h 51m

$50

PhiladelphiaDetroit

PHL - DTW

PHLDTW

Philadelphia

Tue 12/17

6:00 am-7:55 am

Nonstop1h 55m

$70

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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 November.
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*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Philadelphia with our price prediction graph.
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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 November 15, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 31 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 November 20, 2024.

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 at noon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 21% 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 November 10, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings 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 November 20, 2024.

The most flights from PHL to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 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 November 20, 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with United Airlines and Frontier 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
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,756 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,394 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,014 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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 23 flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County, all of which are around 1h 42m 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 $76. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Frontier, from $83, and Delta, from $200. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 63% 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 ($39), Frontier ($45), and Delta ($70).

  • 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 Piedmont Airlines (100%), Endeavor Airlines (100%) or WestJet (96%) 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 $853, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $36. 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $302). 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 2,629,791 searches. Data last updated November 20, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapest$38Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$40Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$119Average$302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$138Average$257FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
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