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$70+ Cheap flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (PDX - 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 1/23. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DTW
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or October, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Portland (PDX) 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 21, 2024.

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$236
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One-way from

$70
(Frontier)
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Cheapest flights from Portland to Detroit
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Portland to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on November 21, 2024.

This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/165:00 amPDX - DTW
1 stop21h 44mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/2010:10 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop20h 34mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$236
This CheapOair 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 CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/47:16 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop21h 47mSpirit Airlines
Fri 12/137:48 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop27h 40mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/19$245
This Frontier 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 Frontier is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/256:19 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop7h 36mFrontier
Mon 12/306:15 amDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 51mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$278
This Alaska 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 Alaska Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/106:00 amPDX - DTW
1 stop6h 20mAlaska Airlines
Tue 12/174:21 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop10h 23mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 11/20$412
This Sun Country Air 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 Sun Country Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 11/2811:00 amPDX - DTW
1 stop19h 40mSun Country Air
Mon 12/27:00 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop19h 38mSun Country Air
Deal found 11/20$430
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/3012:59 amPDX - DTW
1 stop14h 43mAmerican Airlines
Mon 1/65:36 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 21mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/19$465
This United 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 is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/127:30 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops11h 39mUnited Airlines
Tue 12/176:00 amDTW - PDX
2 stops15h 04mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$530
This Delta 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 Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/247:15 amPDX - DTW
1 stop10h 15mDelta
Fri 1/39:00 amDTW - PDX
Nonstop4h 50mDelta
Deal found 11/20$599

Find flights from Portland to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Portland 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 21, 2024.

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PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Mon 12/16

5:00 am-5:44 am

1 stop21h 44m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/20

10:10 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop20h 34m

$236

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 12/4

7:16 pm-8:03 pm

1 stop21h 47m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/13

7:48 pm-8:28 pm

1 stop27h 40m

$245

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 1/14

9:07 pm-3:44 pm

1 stop15h 37m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 1/17

4:42 pm-9:46 am

1 stop20h 04m

$252

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 12/25

6:19 pm-4:55 am

1 stop7h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/30

6:15 am-6:06 pm

1 stop14h 51m

$278

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sun 1/19

1:36 pm-6:26 am

1 stop13h 50m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/22

8:25 am-11:58 pm

1 stop18h 33m

$303

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 5/14

1:20 pm-9:09 am

1 stop16h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/18

7:00 pm-10:01 am

1 stop18h 01m

$340

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Mon 12/30

12:59 am-6:42 pm

1 stop14h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/6

5:36 pm-10:57 pm

1 stop8h 21m

$465

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 1/23

6:40 pm-9:45 am

1 stop12h 05m

$70

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Thu 2/20

1:33 pm-3:53 pm

1 stop23h 20m

$107

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 12/18

2:55 pm-6:12 am

1 stop12h 17m

$110

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Portland 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
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star

*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 Portland-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 Portland-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Portland-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Portland-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 Portland-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 Portland to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Portland to Detroit

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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 15, 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 56 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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Portland 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 PDX to DTW?

Find hourly flight availability from Portland 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 21, 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 53% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Portland to Detroit. Price data was last updated on November 18, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons 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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Portland 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 21, 2024.

The most flights from PDX to DTW are scheduled on a Monday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 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 21, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Detroit, such as Spirit Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Delta. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,458 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,758 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

Reviews

1 / 10

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

United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,172 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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
5,015 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.7

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 Portland 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 Portland to Detroit?

    To fly from Portland to Detroit, you need to book a flight from Portland (PDX) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). Nonstop flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County from Portland take 4h 10m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County offered by 8 different airlines.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is Spirit Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $245 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Alaska Airlines and Frontier, starting at $252 and $278 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 55% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    $70 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Frontier. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Alaska Airlines and Spirit Airlines, with prices starting from $107 and $110, respectively.

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

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

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

    The cheapest flight price from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is $146. On average you can expect to pay $924. The most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $176.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $253). Flying from Portland 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 8 airlines flying from Portland to Detroit

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Portland 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 21, 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Sun Country AirCheapest$133Average$364FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$144Average$236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$150Average$260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$366Average$482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
American AirlinesCheapest$393Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$416Average$563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$426Average$568FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$599Average$736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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