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$66+ Cheap flights from Chicago (CHI) to Detroit (DTT)

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CHI — DTT
Jan 28 — Feb 41
Tue 1/28
Tue 2/4
1 adult, Economy
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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$130
(Frontier)

One-way from

$66
(FlightHub)

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January

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$448

Good round-trip deal

$344 or less

Good one-way deal

$149 or less
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Chicago to Detroit. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 23, 2025.

This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Mon 4/219:14 amORD - DTW
1 stop5h 13mFrontier
Thu 4/244:13 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 58mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$130
This Frontier deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Tue 3/47:05 amMDW - DTW
1 stop6h 30mFrontier
Tue 3/112:43 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop10h 34mFrontier
Deal found 1/23$131
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 2/2112:48 pmORD - DTW
1 stop6h 15mSpirit Airlines
Mon 2/246:25 amDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 12mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 1/23$136
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.
Thu 2/1310:30 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 30mDelta
Mon 2/1712:26 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 29mDelta
Deal found 1/22$137
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.
Thu 2/139:33 amMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 12mDelta
Mon 2/178:25 amDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Deal found 1/22$137
This American Airlines 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 American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 2/138:56 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 23mAmerican Airlines
Mon 2/176:30 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 41mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 1/22$138
This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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 1/23$142
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/23. 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.
Sat 2/224:21 pmORD - DTW
1 stop11h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 2/246:25 amDTW - ORD
1 stop7h 12mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/23$151
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.
Tue 2/184:00 pmORD - DTW
1 stop5h 35mSouthwest
Thu 2/206:50 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop4h 30mSouthwest
Deal found 1/22$157
This United Airlines 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 United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 2/259:05 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Wed 2/266:00 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 37mUnited Airlines
Deal found 1/22$197

Find flights from Chicago to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Chicago 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 23, 2025.

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ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 4/21

9:14 am-3:27 pm

1 stop5h 13m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 4/24

4:13 pm-11:11 pm

1 stop7h 58m

$130

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

4:21 pm-4:45 am

1 stop11h 24m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 3/3

4:45 pm-11:18 pm

1 stop7h 33m

$131

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 3/4

7:05 am-2:35 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/11

2:43 pm-12:17 am

1 stop10h 34m

$131

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 2/24

11:35 am-5:20 am

1 stop16h 45m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/4

10:53 am-6:18 pm

1 stop8h 25m

$132

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 2/25

10:30 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 3/4

3:50 pm-4:13 pm

Nonstop1h 23m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 2/13

2:08 pm-4:23 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/17

8:25 am-8:51 am

Nonstop1h 26m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/13

11:40 am-1:56 pm

Nonstop1h 16m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/17

7:20 am-7:38 am

Nonstop1h 18m

$139

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 2/21

10:50 am-1:19 pm

Nonstop1h 29m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/24

6:05 pm-6:35 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$212

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/29

4:00 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop6h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 7/1

5:40 am-11:50 am

1 stop7h 10m

$328

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

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Detroit from Chicago with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Chicago to Detroit

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

How far ahead should I book a flight from Chicago to Detroit?

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

The best time to book flights from Chicago to Detroit is 64 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 Chicago to Detroit?

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit 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 CHI to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Chicago 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 23, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Chicago to Detroit 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 69% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Chicago to Detroit?

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

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Chicago to Detroit flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Chicago to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Chicago 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 23, 2025.

The most flights from CHI to DTT are scheduled on a Wednesday (80 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (36 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 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 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, 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 23, 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Frontier, Southwest and Spirit Airlines from Chicago 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
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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
4,647 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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
8,508 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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
3,186 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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
8,971 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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
4,647 reviews

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.2

Overall

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 Chicago 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 Chicago?

    If you book a flight to Detroit from Chicago, you will be flying to All airports, which is the city’s only airport. Detroit All airports (DTT) is located 0.6 mi from the center of Detroit. There are 70 flights from Chicago to All airports per day from 5 different airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Chicago to Detroit is Frontier. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $130 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Spirit Airlines and Delta, starting at $136 and $137 round-trip. You may be able to fly from Chicago to Detroit for 42% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Chicago to Detroit one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Chicago to Detroit are Frontier ($66), Spirit Airlines ($68), and United Airlines ($69).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Chicago to Detroit?

    Consider SWISS (100%), WestJet (92%) or China Eastern (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Chicago to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Chicago to Detroit? While on average our users pay $1,186, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $93. The most popular route (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), is priced around $118.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Chicago 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 Chicago to Detroit?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Chicago to Detroit (average of $257). Flying from Chicago to Detroit 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 Chicago to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Chicago 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 23, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$90Average$222FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$235FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
United AirlinesCheapest$116Average$333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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