Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Nov 13, 2026
direct
1h 20m Return – Nov 16, 2026
direct
1h 10m $237
yesterday
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Oct 29, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Nov 3, 2026
direct
1h 10m $251
yesterday
* Prices are in USD per passenger, including taxes, for a round trip. Prices are based on searches carried out within the last 72 hours. Please note that availability and ticket prices are subject to change and should not be considered as the final price quoted.
Cheapest flight tickets
$152
Average price of a round trip
$234
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h29
A flight from Detroit to Chicago takes on average 1h29.
Best time
February
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is February.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Detroit to Chicago
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Chicago (USA) from Detroit (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is July, with an average flight ticket price of $130 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of September, July and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 30 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Chicago costs on average $217.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Detroit to Chicago
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $152 to $350
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $234
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of July
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: September
info departure city :
Detroit, USA
airports :
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne Airport (DTW)
Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
local time :
Detroit is a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Detroit, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 14°C, with a minimum of 9°C and a maximum of 18°C.
The city of Detroit (DTT) has 3 airport(s): Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, Willow Run and Coleman A. Young
destination info :
Chicago, USA
airports :
Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field Airport (CGX)
Chicago FSS (CHI)
Chicago-Midway International Airport (MDW)
Chicago-O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
local time :
Chicago is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 18°C, with a minimum of 13°C and a maximum of 23°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
Useful info about Chicago
What is the least touristic period to go to Chicago?
If you want to visit Chicago during the least touristic period, choose the month of February.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, the most popular month is September. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Detroit to Chicago?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 30 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 5 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. You can also choose morning flights that are 100% cheaper than afternoon and evening flights. The cheapest day to book a flight from Detroit to Chicago is Friday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Detroit and Chicago?
When you leave, you can leave from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, and you will arrive at Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare.
How to reach Detroit airport from the city centre?
The airport Detroit Metropolitan Wayne is located 33 km, Willow Run is located 49 km or Coleman A. Young is located 9 km from the city centre. You can access it by using public transportation, taking a taxi, or renting a car.
Are there other means of transportation to go from Detroit to Chicago?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Detroit and Chicago?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Chicago and 22°C in Detroit. The average rainfall in summer is 145 mm in Chicago and 101 mm in Detroit. In summer, it is warmer in Chicago and it rains less in Detroit. In winter, it is colder in Chicago and it rains more in Detroit.
