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

United Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

Delta, American Airlines and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Chicago from Detroit according to our data. Delta is the first choice among our users, with 53% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Chicago. Keep in mind that there are 5 different airlines that fly to Chicago on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Chicago is 87 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 37% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Chicago is 609 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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

Prices for flights from Detroit to Chicago were last updated today.

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

There are 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to Chicago as of October 2025.

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

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

$46 Cheap Flights from Detroit to Chicago in 2025/26

Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Chicago?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $97 to $248. The lowest price recently found on this route was $107.

1 adult

0 bags

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names and deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customize your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Find the cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago

Round-trip

One-way

Last minute

Direct

Cheap round-trip flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

6:25 am - 6:45 amDTW-MDW

1h 20mnonstop

6:40 am - 12:25 pmMDW-DTW

4h 45m1 stop

$107Southwest

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17

6:12 pm - 12:11 amDTW-ORD

6h 59m1 stop

5:25 am - 6:00 pmORD-DTW

11h 35m1 stop

$108Frontier

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 6 - Thu, Nov 13

5:30 pm - 11:00 pmDTW-MDW

6h 30m1 stop

6:40 am - 12:25 pmMDW-DTW

4h 45m1 stop

$117Southwest

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 13 - Mon, Nov 17

6:45 am - 7:12 amDTW-ORD

1h 27mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:10 pmORD-DTW

1h 30mnonstop

$131American Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

6:45 am - 7:12 amDTW-ORD

1h 27mnonstop

9:40 am - 12:10 pmORD-DTW

1h 30mnonstop

$132American Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

8:30 am - 8:54 amDTW-MDW

1h 24mnonstop

1:26 pm - 3:41 pmMDW-DTW

1h 15mnonstop

$134Delta

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 15

11:00 am - 11:35 amDTW-ORD

1h 35mnonstop

7:50 pm - 10:15 pmORD-DTW

1h 25mnonstop

$134United Airlines

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 13 - Sat, Nov 15

10:17 am - 6:34 pmDTW-ORD

9h 17m1 stop

7:34 pm - 7:43 amORD-DTW

11h 09m1 stop

$137Spirit Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 8

9:39 pm - 2:31 pmDTW-ORD

17h 52m1 stop

7:34 pm - 7:43 amORD-DTW

11h 09m1 stop

$139Spirit Airlines

Find Deal

Tue, Nov 11 - Tue, Nov 18

9:25 am - 10:01 amDTW-ORD

1h 36mnonstop

6:45 am - 9:08 amORD-DTW

1h 23mnonstop

$144Delta

Find Deal

Thu, Nov 20 - Mon, Nov 24

Frontier flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets

Frontier

Nov 6

DTW6:12 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 59m

1 stop

ORD12:11 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 13

ORD5:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 35m

1 stop

DTW6:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$108

Find similar

Frontier

Nov 7

DTW5:14 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 01m

1 stop

ORD12:15 amChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 8

ORD6:00 amChicago O'Hare Intl

10h 26m

1 stop

DTW5:26 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$129

Find similar

Frontier

Nov 13

DTW7:28 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

26h 03m

1 stop

MDW8:31 pmChicago Midway

Nov 16

MDW5:40 amChicago Midway

6h 09m

1 stop

DTW12:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$130

Find similar

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets

Spirit Airlines

Nov 4

DTW10:17 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

9h 17m

1 stop

ORD6:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 8

ORD7:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 09m

1 stop

DTW7:43 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$137

Find similar

Spirit Airlines

Nov 11

DTW9:39 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

17h 52m

1 stop

ORD2:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 18

ORD7:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

11h 09m

1 stop

DTW7:43 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$139

Find similar

Spirit Airlines

Nov 5

DTW10:42 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 52m

1 stop

ORD6:34 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

Nov 8

ORD2:31 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 36m

1 stop

DTW12:07 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

$153

Find similar

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

6:25 am-6:45 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/17

6:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$107

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/6

6:12 pm-12:11 am

1 stop6h 59m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 11/13

5:25 am-6:00 pm

1 stop11h 35m

$108

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

5:30 pm-11:00 pm

1 stop6h 30m

Chicago Midway

Mon 11/17

6:40 am-12:25 pm

1 stop4h 45m

$117

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

6:45 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

9:40 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$131

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

6:45 am-7:12 am

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

9:40 am-12:10 pm

Nonstop1h 30m

$132

DetroitChicago

DTW - MDW

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

8:30 am-8:54 am

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago Midway

Sat 11/15

1:26 pm-3:41 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$134

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/13

11:00 am-11:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/15

7:50 pm-10:15 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$134

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/4

10:17 am-6:34 pm

1 stop9h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 11/8

7:34 pm-7:43 am

1 stop11h 09m

$137

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 11/11

9:39 pm-2:31 pm

1 stop17h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 11/18

7:34 pm-7:43 am

1 stop11h 09m

$139

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 11/20

9:25 am-10:01 am

Nonstop1h 36m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 11/24

6:45 am-9:08 am

Nonstop1h 23m

$144

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 20 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Chicago

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

Prices

Airlines

Other information

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Detroit, with most prices found around $152. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Chicago during October average around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as $543. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Detroit to Chicago for around $776.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Detroit to Chicago during this time can be as low as $520. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $879.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Chicago flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Detroit when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around $242 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Detroit for as low as $159 on momondo.

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Detroit to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Detroit to Chicago flights are approximately 39% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated round-trip price

Cheap Detroit to Chicago (DTT to CHI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Chicago

Best Price Found	$169
Fastest flight time	1h 05m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	2 airports

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Detroit in the past 72 hours is $169. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $280.

The fastest flight from Detroit to Chicago takes 1h 05m

Direct flights go from Detroit to Chicago every day.

There are 2 airports near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD), Chicago Midway (MDW)

Search flight deals

How far is Detroit to Chicago by plane?
Detroit and Chicago are 236.5 mi apart from one another. By plane, this route typically takes 1h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Detroit to Chicago were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Chicago?
There are 5 operators available for flights from Detroit to Chicago as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Chicago?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Detroit to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago 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 Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Detroit to Chicago is Airbus A319 (9.95% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (9.59%), Boeing 737-900 (9.33%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (8.41%).
What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Detroit and Chicago, the leading airline is Delta, making up 38% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Southwest with 28%, United Airlines with 18%, and American Airlines with 10%.

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Chicago

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Chicago with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Spirit Airlines	PriceFrom $51	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.3 8,096 reviews	Search Spirit Airlines flights
Southwest	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,238 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $99	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,975 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $100	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 11,042 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $110	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,976 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

Southwest Flights From Detroit to Chicago
Across 15 Southwest flights from Detroit to Chicago this week, the average price was $277, with the best Southwest deals starting from $97 round-trip. 4,238 users have rated Southwest on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.
Delta Flights From Detroit to Chicago
Delta is also a popular choice for this route. Delta flight deals for Detroit to Chicago start from as low as $99 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average Delta deals seen on momondo around $259. Delta operates 51 flights to Chicago from Detroit in an average week. Users have rated it 7.9/10 across 7,975 reviews.

Merrillville

New Buffalo

Hammond

Benton Harbor

Saint Joseph

Portage

Lansing

Schererville

Valparaiso

Crown Point

Munster

Chesterton

Monticello

Porter

Griffith

Saint John

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to Chicago?

momondo collates all your flight options in one place and lets you filter them to find the perfect flight from Detroit to Chicago. momondo saves you time and could save you money on your trip.

Can I find flights from Detroit to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Detroit to Chicago 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.

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Chicago?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Detroit to Chicago.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

Yes momondo offers price alerts on flights to Chicago from Detroit. After performing a search on this page you should be able to see the price alert set up feature. Simply provide a valid email address and momondo will instantly alert you when prices change.

An easier way to manage your Chicago trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Thu 11/13

Thu 11/20

Email me momondo's favorite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to the United States

Cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago from $46

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Detroit to Chicago departing on 11/24. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Big names and deals

Big names and deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Find the cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago

Cheap round-trip flights

Cheap one-way flights

Cheap last minute flights

Cheap direct flights

Frontier flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Frontier deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets

Spirit Airlines flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Spirit Airlines deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Chicago that are best for you.

See travel insights to Chicago from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Detroit to Chicago

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 typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of April is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Detroit, with most prices found around $152. If you’re not able to fly to Chicago in April, then October is your next best option. Flight prices from Detroit to Chicago during October average around $157.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Chicago is in the evening. Flights from Detroit to Chicago during this time can be as low as $520. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Chicago is in the afternoon when prices are around $879.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Chicago flight route?

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

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Detroit to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Detroit to Chicago flights are approximately 39% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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

United Airlines, Southwest, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Detroit to Chicago

What airlines fly to Chicago?

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Chicago is 87 per day as of October 2025. The most frequent departure time is 6:00PM, with 37% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

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

The number of flights available between Detroit and Chicago is 609 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Mon, with 16% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

When to book flights from Detroit to Chicago

Cheap Detroit to Chicago (DTT to CHI) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Detroit to Chicago

Best Price Found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Airports in Chicago

How far is Detroit to Chicago by plane?

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

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

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

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Chicago?

What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Chicago?

Best airlines flying from Detroit to Chicago

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Detroit to Chicago with momondo

Southwest Flights From Detroit to Chicago

Delta Flights From Detroit to Chicago

Traveling to a place near Chicago?

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Detroit to Chicago?

Can I find flights from Detroit to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Chicago?

I’m not ready to book a flight from Detroit to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

An easier way to manage your Chicago trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organize and travel with friends or family. Trips is free — and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to the United States

Fly into one of these airports located in Chicago

Airports listed have a maximum distance of 78.5 mi from Chicago