How long does it take to fly to Detroit?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in Michigan you fly out of and what airport in Detroit you fly into. For example, flying from Grand Rapids to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 56m on average. On the other hand, flying from Traverse City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 07m 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.

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

As of April 2026, there are 883 flights per week flying from Michigan to Detroit. The most common day of the week flights depart is Thu, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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

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

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

126 flights are operational daily from Michigan to Detroit as of April 2026. The most popular departure time for this route is 5:00AM, with 37% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

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

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

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

The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Detroit is 5 as of April 2026.

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

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan 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.

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7:15 pm - 6:07 pm

ORD

DTW

21h 52m

2 stops

1:59 pm - 7:55 am

DTW

ORD

18h 56m

1 stop

$178Multiple Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, Jun 2

12:42 pm - 8:04 pm

ORD

DTW

6h 22m

1 stop

7:55 am - 4:21 pm

DTW

ORD

9h 26m

1 stop

$180Frontier

Fri, Apr 17 - Sat, Apr 18

6:00 am - 6:55 pm

MDW

DTW

11h 55m

1 stop

1:40 pm - 10:19 pm

DTW

MDW

9h 39m

1 stop

$180Frontier

Thu, Apr 30 - Mon, May 4

6:15 am - 7:36 am

ESC

DTW

1h 21mnonstop

9:15 pm - 10:37 pm

DTW

ESC

1h 22mnonstop

$184Delta

Fri, May 1 - Sun, May 3

5:05 pm - 7:26 pm

IMT

DTW

1h 21mnonstop

10:00 am - 10:25 am

DTW

IMT

1h 25mnonstop

$188Delta

Thu, Apr 23 - Sun, Apr 26

6:45 am - 9:13 am

ORD

DTW

1h 28mnonstop

7:42 am - 8:25 am

DTW

ORD

1h 43mnonstop

$188American Airlines

Tue, Apr 28 - Tue, Jun 2

6:10 pm - 7:02 pm

ORD

DTW

23h 52m

2 stops

6:50 am - 9:12 pm

DTW

ORD

15h 22m

1 stop

$192Spirit Airlines

Tue, Apr 14 - Sat, Apr 18

11:28 am - 7:02 pm

ORD

DTW

6h 34m

1 stop

6:50 am - 5:11 pm

DTW

ORD

11h 21m

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$193Spirit Airlines

Thu, Apr 16 - Sat, Apr 18

8:00 am - 10:10 am

MDW

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1h 10mnonstop

8:15 pm - 10:45 pm

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3h 30m

1 stop

$201Southwest

Thu, Apr 23 - Mon, Apr 27

6:55 pm - 11:25 pm

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DTW

4h 30m

1 stop

8:20 am - 2:07 pm

DTW

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5h 47m

1 stop

$297American Airlines

Fri, Apr 24 - Sun, Apr 26

American Airlines flights from Michigan to Detroit

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American Airlines

Apr 28

ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 28m

DTW9:13 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 2

DTW7:42 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 43m

ORD8:25 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$188

American Airlines

Apr 28

ORD6:45 amChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 28m

DTW9:13 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Jun 2

DTW6:00 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

5h 47m

1 stop

ORD10:47 amChicago O'Hare Intl

$196

American Airlines

Apr 28

ORD10:11 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

1h 34m

DTW12:45 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 1

DTW10:11 amDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

6h 10m

1 stop

ORD3:21 pmChicago O'Hare Intl

$216

Southwest flights from Michigan to Detroit

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Southwest

Apr 23

MDW5:30 amChicago Midway

5h 50m

1 stop

DTW12:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 27

DTW1:00 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 10m

MDW1:10 pmChicago Midway

$201

Southwest

Apr 23

MDW7:50 amChicago Midway

5h 30m

1 stop

DTW2:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Apr 27

DTW8:15 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

3h 30m

1 stop

MDW10:45 pmChicago Midway

$211

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May 4

MDW3:50 pmChicago Midway

5h 30m

1 stop

DTW10:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

May 5

DTW1:20 pmDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County

7h 05m

2 stops

MDW7:25 pmChicago Midway

$216

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1:59 pm-7:55 am

1 stop18h 56m

$178

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Fri 4/17

12:42 pm-8:04 pm

1 stop6h 22m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

7:55 am-4:21 pm

1 stop9h 26m

$180

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Chicago Midway

Thu 4/30

6:00 am-6:55 pm

1 stop11h 55m

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1:40 pm-10:19 pm

1 stop9h 39m

$180

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ESC - DTW

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Fri 5/1

6:15 am-7:36 am

Nonstop1h 21m

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Sun 5/3

9:15 pm-10:37 pm

Nonstop1h 22m

$184

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IMT - DTW

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Thu 4/23

5:05 pm-7:26 pm

Nonstop1h 21m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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10:00 am-10:25 am

Nonstop1h 25m

$188

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ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/28

6:45 am-9:13 am

Nonstop1h 28m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/2

7:42 am-8:25 am

Nonstop1h 43m

$188

ChicagoDetroit

ORD - DTW

ORDDTW

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 4/14

6:10 pm-7:02 pm

2 stops23h 52m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

6:50 am-9:12 pm

1 stop15h 22m

$192

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ORD - DTW

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Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 4/16

11:28 am-7:02 pm

1 stop6h 34m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 4/18

6:50 am-5:11 pm

2 stops11h 21m

$193

ChicagoDetroit

MDW - DTW

MDWDTW

Chicago Midway

Thu 4/23

8:00 am-10:10 am

Nonstop1h 10m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 4/27

8:15 pm-10:45 pm

1 stop3h 30m

$201

MarquetteDetroit

MQT - DTW

MQTDTW

Marquette Sawyer Intl

Fri 4/24

6:55 pm-11:25 pm

1 stop4h 30m

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 4/26

8:20 am-2:07 pm

1 stop5h 47m

$297

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

On average, the least expensive day to fly to Detroit from Michigan is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as $539. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. When flying out on a Monday, the most expensive travel day of the week, you can expect to see flight prices from Michigan to Detroit for around $735.

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 Michigan to Detroit when you can find flight prices for as low as $511. 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 in the evening when prices are $796 on average. Flights to Detroit from Michigan in the evening are generally more expensive because this time of day is more convenient for travelers’ schedules.

What is the cheapest Michigan to Detroit flight route?

Fly from Lansing Capital City to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County for the best Michigan - Detroit flight prices

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

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

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

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Best Price Found	$228
Fastest flight time	0h 48m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Detroit	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Detroit from Michigan in the past 72 hours is $228. The best round-trip flight deal from Michigan to Detroit found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $188.

The fastest flight from Michigan to Detroit takes 0h 48m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Detroit every day.

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

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Frequently asked questions about flying from Michigan to Detroit

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Detroit?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Detroit were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Michigan to Detroit?
The number of operators available for flights from Michigan to Detroit is 5 as of April 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Detroit?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan 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.
What is the most popular plane model from Michigan to Detroit?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Michigan to Detroit is Airbus A320-100/200 (14.35% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A220-300 (8.06%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet CRJ-550 (7.26%), and Embraer 175 (Enhanced Winglets) (6.94%).

Best airlines flying from Michigan to Detroit

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Delta	PriceFrom $148	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 8,370 reviews		Search Delta flights

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