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

Delta, United Airlines, and Frontier are the most popular carriers operating from Illinois to Detroit

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

As of November 2026, 61 flights take off from Illinois and land in Detroit each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 5:00PM, with 44% of daily flights taking off in the afternoon.

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

As of November 2026, 428 flights take off from Illinois and land in Detroit each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Mon, with 19% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

What airlines fly to Detroit?

United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Detroit from Illinois according to our data. United Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 65% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Detroit. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Detroit on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Illinois you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 16m on average. On the other hand, flying from Moline to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 3h 41m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo if there are any available for your route.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to Detroit is 4 as of November 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois 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 Illinois to Detroit.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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8:51 am - 6:02 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 11m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

2:53 pm - 1:08 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

11h 15m1 stop Orlando

$229Frontier

Sat, Nov 21 - Fri, Dec 11

7:59 am - 5:25 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

8h 26m1 stop Tampa

2:49 pm - 12:26 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 37m1 stop Denver Intl

$229Frontier

Sun, Dec 13 - Thu, Jan 21

8:00 am - 1:20 pmMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

4h 20m1 stop Nashville Intl

7:35 pm - 7:55 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 20mnonstop

$237Southwest

Thu, Dec 3 - Mon, Dec 7

1:15 pm - 10:10 pmMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 55m2 stops Cincinnati Cinci./N. Kentucky Baltimore/Washington

5:30 am - 9:05 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

4h 35m1 stop Baltimore/Washington

$252Southwest

Thu, Dec 3 - Sat, Dec 5

6:45 pm - 9:31 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 46mnonstop

1:39 pm - 2:16 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 37mnonstop

$256American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6

1:37 pm - 4:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 42mnonstop

6:59 am - 8:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 01mnonstop

$256American Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24

11:14 am - 1:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 41mnonstop

1:32 pm - 1:56 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 24mnonstop

$256Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

7:15 pm - 9:43 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 28mnonstop

7:15 am - 7:49 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$256Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

2:54 pm - 5:21 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 27mnonstop

3:33 pm - 4:12 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 39mnonstop

$256United Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14

7:47 pm - 10:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 35mnonstop

7:26 am - 8:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$286United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30

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10:29 am - 6:42 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:25 am - 6:30 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$260Frontier

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14

10:29 am - 6:42 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 13m1 stop Dallas/Fort Worth

6:25 am - 6:30 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

13h 05m1 stop Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson

$280Frontier

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

11:20 am - 3:55 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

6:42 am - 10:50 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MLI Moline Quad-City

5h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$337American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sat, Nov 7

11:20 am - 3:55 pmMLI Moline Quad-City-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

9:10 pm - 12:07 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MLI Moline Quad-City

3h 57m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl

$363American Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Sun, Nov 8

6:50 am - 9:26 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 36mnonstop

12:35 pm - 1:08 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 33mnonstop

$492United Airlines

Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 4

6:56 am - 9:32 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 36mnonstop

10:49 am - 11:30 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 41mnonstop

$492United Airlines

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 7

8:00 am - 10:15 amMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 15mnonstop

4:45 pm - 5:05 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 20mnonstop

$497Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 7

4:20 pm - 6:35 pmMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 15mnonstop

2:15 pm - 2:35 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 20mnonstop

$497Southwest

Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10

7:15 pm - 9:43 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 28mnonstop

1:27 pm - 1:59 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 32mnonstop

$511Delta

Mon, Nov 9 - Wed, Nov 11

5:29 pm - 8:00 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 31mnonstop

5:56 pm - 6:30 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$511Delta

Sat, Nov 7 - Mon, Nov 9

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6:45 pm - 9:31 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 46mnonstop

1:39 pm - 2:16 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 37mnonstop

$256American Airlines

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6

1:37 pm - 4:19 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 42mnonstop

6:59 am - 8:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

2h 01mnonstop

$256American Airlines

Thu, Jan 21 - Sun, Jan 24

11:14 am - 1:55 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 41mnonstop

1:32 pm - 1:56 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 24mnonstop

$256Delta

Sat, Dec 5 - Sun, Dec 6

7:15 pm - 9:43 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 28mnonstop

7:15 am - 7:49 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$256Delta

Fri, Nov 20 - Sun, Nov 22

2:54 pm - 5:21 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 27mnonstop

3:33 pm - 4:12 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 39mnonstop

$256United Airlines

Thu, Feb 11 - Sun, Feb 14

8:20 am - 10:30 amMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 10mnonstop

1:30 pm - 1:50 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 20mnonstop

$256Southwest

Fri, Dec 4 - Sun, Dec 6

8:55 pm - 11:10 pmMDW Chicago Midway-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 15mnonstop

8:00 pm - 8:20 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-MDW Chicago Midway

1h 20mnonstop

$256Southwest

Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 20

10:05 pm - 12:27 amORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 22mnonstop

4:34 pm - 5:13 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 39mnonstop

$256American Airlines

Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 20

11:39 am - 2:11 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 32mnonstop

7:45 pm - 8:15 pmDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 30mnonstop

$256Delta

Thu, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 6

7:47 pm - 10:22 pmORD Chicago O'Hare Intl-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 35mnonstop

7:26 am - 8:00 amDTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34mnonstop

$286United Airlines

Wed, Nov 25 - Mon, Nov 30

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Frontier flights from Illinois to Detroit

Our best Frontier deals on Illinois to Detroit flight tickets

Frontier

Dec 13

ORD7:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 26m

1 stop

DTW5:25 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 21

DTW2:49 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 37m

1 stop

ORD12:26 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$229

Frontier

Nov 17

ORD8:59 amChicago O'Hare Intl

8h 43m

1 stop

DTW6:42 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 21

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

10h 52m

1 stop

ORD3:52 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$240

Frontier

Nov 19

ORD7:55 amChicago O'Hare Intl

14h 42m

1 stop

DTW11:37 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Nov 23

DTW5:56 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 47m

1 stop

ORD12:43 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$250

Delta flights from Illinois to Detroit

Our best Delta deals on Illinois to Detroit flight tickets

Delta

Dec 13

MDW6:41 pmChicago Midway

1h 24m

DTW9:05 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 23

DTW12:35 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 26m

MDW1:01 pmChicago Midway

$256

Delta

Dec 28

MDW9:29 amChicago Midway

1h 15m

DTW11:44 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jan 5

DTW12:51 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 26m

MDW1:17 pmChicago Midway

$291

Delta

Dec 6

MDW1:41 pmChicago Midway

1h 14m

DTW3:55 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Dec 9

DTW12:44 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 17m

MDW1:01 pmChicago Midway

$296

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Sat 11/21

8:51 am-6:02 pm

1 stop8h 11m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 12/11

2:53 pm-1:08 am

1 stop11h 15m

$229

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 12/13

7:59 am-5:25 pm

1 stop8h 26m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 1/21

2:49 pm-12:26 am

1 stop10h 37m

$229

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MDW Chicago Midway - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Chicago Midway

Thu 12/3

8:00 am-1:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 12/7

7:35 pm-7:55 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

$237

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MDW Chicago Midway - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Chicago Midway

Thu 12/3

1:15 pm-10:10 pm

2 stops7h 55m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/5

5:30 am-9:05 am

1 stop4h 35m

$252

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 12/4

6:45 pm-9:31 pm

Nonstop1h 46m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/6

1:39 pm-2:16 pm

Nonstop1h 37m

$256

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 1/21

1:37 pm-4:19 pm

Nonstop1h 42m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/24

6:59 am-8:00 am

Nonstop2h 01m

$256

ChicagoDetroit

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 12/5

11:14 am-1:55 pm

Nonstop1h 41m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 12/6

1:32 pm-1:56 pm

Nonstop1h 24m

$256

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ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 11/20

7:15 pm-9:43 pm

Nonstop1h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 11/22

7:15 am-7:49 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$256

ChicagoDetroit

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 2/11

2:54 pm-5:21 pm

Nonstop1h 27m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 2/14

3:33 pm-4:12 pm

Nonstop1h 39m

$256

ChicagoDetroit

ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl - DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 11/25

7:47 pm-10:22 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 11/30

7:26 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 34m

$286

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Illinois to Detroit

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Detroit?

The cheapest month to fly to Detroit from Illinois is in December. Flight prices, which tend to average around $281, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you’re not able to fly to Detroit in December, then November is your next best option. Flight prices from Illinois to Detroit during November average around $398.

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Illinois is on a Friday. momondo users have found tickets for Friday departures for as low as $429. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Sunday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Illinois to Detroit for around $636.

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

In the morning is the cheapest time of day to fly from Illinois to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $489. Flying to Detroit in the morning is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. If you have a flexible travel schedule, then try to avoid flying at noon when prices are $765 on average. Flights to Detroit from Illinois at noon are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Illinois to Detroit flight route?

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

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

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Illinois 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 Illinois to Detroit flights?

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

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Best Price Found	$99
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Illinois in the past 72 hours is $99. The best round-trip flight deal from Illinois to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $229.

The fastest flight from Illinois to Detroit takes 1h 10m

Direct flights go from Illinois to Detroit every day.

There is 1 airport in Detroit. From Illinois there are direct flights to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Illinois to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Illinois to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Illinois to Detroit were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Illinois to Detroit?
The number of operators available for flights from Illinois to Detroit is 4 as of November 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Illinois 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 Illinois to Detroit.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Detroit?
The required travel and health documents for your Detroit trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's license and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Detroit. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Illinois to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Illinois to Detroit is Airbus A319 (13.73% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (10.69%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (9.25%), and Boeing 717-200 (9.08%).

Best airlines flying from Illinois to Detroit

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Southwest	PriceFrom $97	Free Cancellation	Rating 8.0 4,215 reviews	Search Southwest flights
Delta	PriceFrom $160	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 8,696 reviews	Search Delta flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $197	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.0 12,230 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $224	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 10,460 reviews	Search United Airlines flights

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