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$58+ Cheap flights from Illinois to Detroit (DTT)

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ORD — DTT
Nov 26 — Dec 31
Tue 11/26
Tue 12/3
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Illinois to Detroit

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Illinois (USIL) to Detroit (DTT). 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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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.
Mon 12/166:07 pmORD - DTW
1 stop12h 48mFrontier
Mon 1/2711:26 amDTW - ORD
1 stop12h 01mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$108
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.
Tue 12/176:49 pmMDW - DTW
1 stop12h 06mFrontier
Wed 12/1812:52 pmDTW - MDW
1 stop9h 40mFrontier
Deal found 11/20$108
This Spirit 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 Spirit Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/177:33 amORD - DTW
1 stop10h 25mSpirit Airlines
Wed 12/188:58 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop9h 32mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 11/20$115
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 12/177:05 amORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Wed 12/1812:35 pmDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 25mDelta
Deal found 11/20$137
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 12/175:50 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Wed 12/1812:31 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 19mDelta
Deal found 11/20$137
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.
Mon 12/167:35 pmORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Wed 12/186:00 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 35mUnited Airlines
Deal found 11/20$142
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/163:10 pmMDW - DTW
Nonstop1h 10mSouthwest
Tue 12/176:05 pmDTW - MDW
Nonstop1h 15mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$143
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Fri 12/1310:38 amORD - DTW
1 stop7h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 1/269:14 pmDTW - ORD
1 stop17h 57mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$163
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Tue 12/176:35 pmORD - DTW
1 stop4h 54mAmerican Airlines
Wed 12/186:35 amDTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 11/20$207
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/232:55 pmORD - DTW
1 stop7h 35mSouthwest
Wed 12/256:10 amDTW - ORD
1 stop8h 50mSouthwest
Deal found 11/20$255
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Fri 12/64:12 pmPIA - DTW
2 stops14h 34mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/87:53 pmDTW - PIA
1 stop14h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/20$275
This Southwest 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 Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/195:40 amSTL - DTW
1 stop5h 30mSouthwest
Sun 12/225:50 amDTW - STL
2 stops9h 05mSouthwest
Deal found 11/19$289

Find flights from Illinois to Detroit within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Illinois 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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ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

6:07 pm-7:55 am

1 stop12h 48m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/27

11:26 am-10:27 pm

1 stop12h 01m

$108

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/17

6:49 pm-7:55 am

1 stop12h 06m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/18

12:52 pm-9:32 pm

1 stop9h 40m

$108

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

7:33 am-6:58 pm

1 stop10h 25m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/18

8:58 pm-5:30 am

1 stop9h 32m

$115

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/10

12:17 pm-9:00 pm

1 stop7h 43m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 1/13

8:47 am-4:38 pm

1 stop8h 51m

$127

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 12/17

2:56 pm-5:17 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/31

7:15 am-7:58 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Tue 12/17

5:50 pm-8:09 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/18

12:31 pm-12:50 pm

Nonstop1h 19m

$137

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 12/16

7:30 pm-10:00 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/17

7:55 pm-8:28 pm

Nonstop1h 33m

$142

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Mon 12/16

3:10 pm-5:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 12/17

6:05 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$143

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 1/31

8:45 pm-11:07 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 2/6

10:45 am-11:13 am

Nonstop1h 28m

$157

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Fri 1/10

12:46 pm-8:22 am

1 stop18h 36m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/12

9:14 pm-12:13 am

1 stop27h 59m

$159

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Best time to book a flight from Illinois to Detroit

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Travel insights for flights from Illinois to Detroit

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

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Illinois to Detroit?

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Illinois to Detroit 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 IL to DTT?

Find hourly flight availability from Illinois 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.

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Illinois to Detroit as you normally would.

Weekly flight availability from Illinois to Detroit

Explore weekly flight availability from Illinois 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 USIL to DTT are scheduled on a Thursday (71 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (31 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 November 21, 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Frontier, Spirit Airlines and United Airlines from Illinois to Detroit to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

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

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

8.1

Food

7.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

JetBlue
7.5
Good
3,395 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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
9,173 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
5,015 reviews

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.7

Entertainment

7.7

Overall

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 Illinois 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 Illinois?

    Detroit All airports (DTT), located 0.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Illinois to Detroit.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Spirit Airlines. According to our data, you can fly for as low as $58. Users have also found prices from $59 and $69 on Frontier and Delta, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from Illinois to Detroit?

    The most popular route from Illinois to Detroit is Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. You may also consider Chicago Midway - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County or Lambert-St Louis - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County.

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

    Consider Korean Air (97%), China Eastern (97%) or WestJet (94%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Illinois to Detroit.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Illinois to Detroit?

    While on average a flight from Illinois to Detroit is generally $718, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $58. When looking at the most popular route, (Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County), you can expect to pay $115 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Illinois to Detroit (average of $253). Flying from Illinois to Detroit 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 5 airlines flying from Illinois to Detroit

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Illinois 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
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$37Average$70FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
DeltaCheapest$90Average$229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
American AirlinesCheapest$97Average$392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
SouthwestCheapest$118Average$242FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
United AirlinesCheapest$118Average$486FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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