HomeSearch by dateVacation packagesHotelsFlight dealsCar rentalTravel tips & news
Detroit

$67+ 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 4/29. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PDX — DTW
Apr 8 — Apr 151
Tue 4/8
Tue 4/15
1 adult, Economy
We work with more than 300 partners to bring you better travel deals

Find cheap flights from Portland to Detroit 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.

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are usually found in April or October, booked 59 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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 April 3, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$322
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$67
(Cheapflightsfares)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

$399

Good round-trip deal

$352 or less

Good one-way deal

$168 or less
Provider with most accurate pricing for Portland-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flight deals.
Search Deals
Provider most trusted by Cheapflights users for Portland-Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County flights.
Search Deals
From Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Search Deals
One-way flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($53 potential increase over avg. RT price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($17 potential savings vs. average RT price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2025
Search Deals
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Search Deals
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.
Search Deals

Find flight deals from Portland to Detroit

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 April 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/1. 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.
Fri 4/1110:25 amPDX - DTW
2 stops31h 37mSpirit Airlines
Sun 4/1310:07 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop14h 05mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 4/1$321
This Sun Country Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Wed 7/306:45 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop11h 20mSun Country Air
Sun 8/37:00 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop6h 46mSun Country Air
Deal found 4/2$325
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/232:32 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops18h 52mMultiple Airlines
Mon 4/282:39 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop13h 03mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/2$328
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 5/911:11 pmPDX - DTW
Nonstop4h 19mDelta
Sun 5/118:23 pmDTW - PDX
Nonstop4h 38mDelta
Deal found 4/2$339
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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 4/29:54 amPDX - DTW
1 stop24h 58mFrontier
Wed 4/166:05 amDTW - PDX
1 stop11h 17mFrontier
Deal found 4/2$340
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Tue 5/209:38 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop8h 45mAmerican Airlines
Sat 5/315:30 amDTW - PDX
1 stop12h 04mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/2$353
This Alaska Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 10/34:45 pmPDX - DTW
1 stop9h 24mAlaska Airlines
Tue 10/74:40 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop8h 46mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 4/2$359
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Fri 9/1211:25 amPDX - DTW
2 stops9h 12mUnited Airlines
Sun 9/146:00 amDTW - PDX
1 stop6h 45mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/2$364
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/2. 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.
Sat 6/219:15 pmPDX - DTW
2 stops11h 00mSouthwest
Wed 6/257:35 pmDTW - PDX
1 stop7h 20mSouthwest
Deal found 4/2$393

Cheapflights Fare Finder

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Portland

Fly to

Detroit

Route

Depart

Return

Price

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 4/12

6:40 am-1:35 pm

1 stop27h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/13

10:07 pm-9:12 am

1 stop14h 05m

$322

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 4/18

2:32 pm-9:14 pm

2 stops27h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/21

1:56 pm-1:37 pm

3 stops26h 41m

$323

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Wed 7/30

6:45 pm-9:05 am

1 stop11h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 8/3

7:00 pm-10:46 pm

1 stop6h 46m

$325

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 5/9

11:11 pm-6:30 am

Nonstop4h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 5/11

8:23 pm-10:01 pm

Nonstop4h 38m

$339

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 5/20

9:38 pm-9:23 am

1 stop8h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 5/31

5:30 am-2:34 pm

1 stop12h 04m

$353

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 9/12

11:25 am-11:37 pm

2 stops9h 12m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 9/14

6:00 am-9:45 am

1 stop6h 45m

$364

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 4/29

5:22 pm-5:11 am

1 stop8h 49m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/7

5:13 pm-8:56 pm

1 stop6h 43m

$378

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Sat 6/21

9:15 pm-11:15 am

2 stops11h 00m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 6/25

7:35 pm-11:55 pm

1 stop7h 20m

$393

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Fri 7/18

6:35 am-12:42 am

1 stop15h 07m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 7/27

6:00 am-10:11 am

1 stop7h 11m

$432

PortlandDetroit

PDX - DTW

PDXDTW

Portland

Tue 4/29

7:01 pm-11:58 am

1 stop13h 57m

$67

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 4/2

Showing 1-10 of 17 results
1
2

Compare providers for flights from Portland to Detroit

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 Portland to Detroit in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
CheapflightsfaresPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 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 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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Portland 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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

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 March 28, 2025.

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 59 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (average of $257). Flying from Portland 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 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 April 3, 2025.

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 March 30, 2025.

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. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 April 3, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Portland to Detroit, such as Alaska Airlines, Southwest 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.
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Southwest
8.0
Very good
4,274 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,897 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,619 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them
American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very good
9,827 reviews

Entertainment

7.1

Crew

8.5

Overall

8.0

Food

7.1

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

7.9

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Cheri,Jan 2025

FAT - SEA

Very friendly. I really liked that they had water for us in cartons not plastic. Impressed with Alaska Airlines, First time I had flown them

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 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 $323 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Sun Country Air and Delta, starting at $325 and $339 round-trip. Users have found that Spirit Airlines is 40% 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?

    $67 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Spirit Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Frontier and Sun Country Air, with prices starting from $107 and $140, respectively.

  • 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 $103. On average you can expect to pay $625. The most popular route, (Portland - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), can usually be booked for $186.

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

See more FAQs

Traveling to a place near Portland?

Book flights to Portland if you plan to visit one of these locations
Dearborn
Warren
Sterling Heights
Novi
Troy
Southfield
Waterford
Belleville
Romulus
Clarkston
Utica
Plymouth
Auburn Hills
Wixom
Monroe
Port Huron
Put-in-Bay
Chelsea
Brighton
Livonia

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.

Alternative routes for Portland to Detroit

See prices for flight routes from nearby airports that may be better suited for you.
Boise to Detroit flights
Eugene to Detroit flights
Redmond to Detroit flights
Medford to Detroit flights

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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$128Average$249FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
FrontierCheapest$149Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
Sun Country AirCheapest$156Average$325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time83%
American AirlinesCheapest$329Average$533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
Alaska AirlinesCheapest$347Average$488FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
SouthwestCheapest$378Average$498FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$387Average$504FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
DeltaCheapest$399Average$701FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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.