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Cheap flights from Chicago to Detroit from $47

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Chicago to Detroit departing on 4/8. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap Chicago to Detroit (CHI to DTT) flight deals and tips

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Best Price Found

$47

Fastest flight time

1h 02m

Direct flights

Every day

Airports in Detroit

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Detroit from Chicago in the past 72 hours is $47. The best round-trip flight deal from Chicago to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $95.
The fastest flight from Chicago to Detroit takes 1h 02m
Direct flights go from Chicago to Detroit every day.
There is 1 airport near Detroit: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Chicago to Detroit

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

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

December. The cheapest time of year to fly to Detroit from Chicago is December. Most expensive is January

What is the cheapest day to depart Chicago for Detroit?

Thursday. The cheapest day of the week is typically Thursday. The most expensive is typically Wednesday

When is the cheapest time to fly from Chicago to Detroit?

In the evening. Chicago to Detroit flights are approximately 15% more expensive in the morning than in the evening

What is the cheapest airline that flies to Detroit from Chicago?

Delta. American Airlines, Delta, and United Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from Chicago to Detroit

What is the cheapest Chicago to Detroit flight route?

Chicago O'Hare Intl - Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Fly from Chicago O'Hare Intl to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Chicago - Detroit flight prices

How far in advance should you book Chicago to Detroit flights?

45 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Chicago to Detroit is approximately 45 days to departure

How many flights depart from Chicago to Detroit on average per day?

As of March 2024, 65 flights take off from Chicago and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 4:00PM, with 45% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Chicago to Detroit on average per week?

As of March 2024, 461 flights take off from Chicago and land in Detroit each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Friday, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What cabin class options are available on Chicago to Detroit flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on Chicago to Detroit flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on Chicago to Detroit flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Chicago to Detroit.

When traveling from Chicago to Detroit, the most popular airport to fly into is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The majority of travelers flying into Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport from Chicago are departing from Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport. When booking your trip to Detroit, it is helpful to have an alternative airport to fly out of. The nearest airport to Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport is Chicago Midway Airport which is located in Chicago. The cheapest route from Chicago to Detroit is ORD — DTW with an average price of $99 RT during the month of March.

Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)$99
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Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)$109
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Easily compare round-trip flights from Chicago to Detroit

Below you can see the best fares for your round-trip flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit by changing tabs
Spirit Airlines
Apr 15
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 06m
1 stop
DTW8:06 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 16
DTW7:21 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
24h 22m
2 stops
ORD6:43 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines
Apr 15
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 06m
1 stop
DTW8:06 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 16
DTW10:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 15m
1 stop
ORD5:27 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
May 7
ORD1:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 23m
DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 8
DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 25m
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Frontier
Apr 23
MDW8:39 pmChicago Midway
13h 44m
1 stop
DTW11:23 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 30
DTW10:12 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
10h 03m
1 stop
MDW7:15 pmChicago Midway
American Airlines
Apr 27
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 14m
DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 28
DTW7:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 27m
ORD8:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl
United Airlines
Apr 26
ORD5:50 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 33m
DTW8:23 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 28
DTW7:31 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 34m
ORD8:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Find the cheapest one-way flights from Chicago to Detroit

If you're looking for one-way flights from Chicago to Detroit, view some of our deals below provided by American Airlines, Delta and Southwest
Spirit Airlines
Apr 8
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
16h 53m
1 stop
DTW3:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Multiple Airlines
Apr 23
MDW8:39 pmChicago Midway
10h 27m
1 stop
DTW8:06 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
American Airlines
Apr 27
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 14m
DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Search last-minute flights to Detroit from Chicago

Find and compare round-trip flight prices for your last-minute flight from Chicago to Detroit
Spirit Airlines
Apr 3
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 57m
1 stop
DTW8:57 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 10
DTW10:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
11h 55m
1 stop
ORD9:05 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Multiple Airlines
Apr 3
MDW3:16 pmChicago Midway
18h 24m
1 stop
DTW10:40 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 9
DTW12:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 48m
1 stop
MDW9:31 pmChicago Midway
Frontier
Apr 5
MDW9:04 pmChicago Midway
10h 00m
1 stop
DTW8:04 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 9
DTW12:43 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 48m
1 stop
MDW9:31 pmChicago Midway
American Airlines
Apr 3
ORD8:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 30m
DTW11:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 3
DTW1:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 53m
1 stop
ORD7:58 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Spirit Airlines
Apr 3
ORD10:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
9h 57m
1 stop
DTW8:57 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 10
DTW10:10 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 59m
2 stops
ORD12:09 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Apr 1
ORD12:28 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 17m
DTW2:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 1
DTW7:14 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 26m
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Best airlines flying from Chicago to Detroit

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Chicago to Detroit with momondo
Airline
Rating
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DeltaPriceFrom $91Free CancellationRating
8.0
11,418 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom $98Free CancellationRating
7.3
15,202 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom $117Free CancellationRating
7.4
11,490 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Chicago to Detroit

    The lowest priced Delta flight from Chicago to Detroit from the last 72 hours was $91. Generally, Delta has 53 flights on this route every week with an average price of $263. Delta is rated 8.0/10 by our users.

  • United Airlines Flights From Chicago to Detroit

    United Airlines (7.4/10 from 11,490 reviews) operates around 30 flights from Chicago to Detroit in any given week. The average United Airlines airfare for this route is around $273, with deals from around $117 rare but found on momondo. Referenced prices are for round-trip Chicago to Detroit flight searches in the last 72 hours.


American Airlines flights from Chicago to Detroit

Our best American Airlines deals on Chicago to Detroit flight tickets
American Airlines
Apr 27
ORD3:00 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 14m
DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 28
DTW7:46 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 27m
ORD8:13 amChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
Apr 23
ORD9:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl
5h 57m
1 stop
DTW4:52 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 30
DTW6:17 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 21m
ORD6:38 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines
May 18
ORD7:30 amChicago O'Hare Intl
4h 17m
1 stop
DTW12:47 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 18
DTW6:07 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 22m
ORD6:29 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Delta flights from Chicago to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Chicago to Detroit flight tickets
Delta
May 7
ORD1:32 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 23m
DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
May 8
DTW7:15 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 25m
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Apr 24
ORD7:30 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 23m
DTW9:53 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 26
DTW8:45 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 24m
ORD9:09 pmChicago O'Hare Intl
Delta
Apr 16
ORD7:05 amChicago O'Hare Intl
1h 22m
DTW9:27 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Apr 17
DTW7:14 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 26m
ORD7:40 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Choose the best way to get from Chicago to Detroit

Buses

7h 00m
$32 one-way$59 round-trip
Nonstop · from $59

Distance to downtown

19M0.8 mi

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Chicago to Detroit Buses

Trains

5h 20m
$34 one-way$68 round-trip
Nonstop · from $68

Distance to downtown

ET92.3 mi

Flights

1h 05m
$47 one-way$95 round-trip
Nonstop · from $109

Distance to downtown

DTW17.3 mi

  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Chicago to Detroit?

    The quickest way is to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit, which can be as quick as 1h 02m onboard Delta. You can also get a train from Chicago to Detroit, or a bus from Chicago to Detroit which can take you longer to arrive at your destination.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Chicago to Detroit?

    Taking a bus to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is $59, making it less expensive than a flight from Chicago to Detroit and cheaper than a train from Chicago to Detroit.

  • How far is Chicago to Detroit by plane?

    Chicago and Detroit are 236.5 mi apart from one another. 1h 02m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Chicago to Detroit?

    Prices for flights from Chicago to Detroit refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Chicago to Detroit?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Chicago to Detroit?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Chicago to Detroit.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Detroit may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


Alternative routes for Chicago to Detroit

Compare alternative flights to and from nearby airports and cities to discover the best prices and most convenient flight times
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Cheapest price$156
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Cheapest price$232
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Cheapest price$223
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Cheapest price$218
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Fastest flight time1h 35m
Cheapest price$154
Chicago to Marquette Flights
Fastest flight time1h 20m
Cheapest price$326
Chicago to Hancock, Michigan Flights
Fastest flight time1h 30m
Cheapest price$248
Peoria, Illinois to Detroit Flights
Fastest flight time4h 56m
Cheapest price$375
Chicago to Kalamazoo Flights
Fastest flight time3h 19m
Cheapest price$357
Bloomington, Illinois to Detroit Flights
Fastest flight time3h 38m
Cheapest price$442

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Flights from Chicago to Detroit with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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