Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
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The cheapest flights right now
Chicago – Detroit
Outbound – Sep 24, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 28, 2026
direct
1h 20m $313
yesterday
Chicago – Detroit
Outbound – Sep 24, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 28, 2026
direct
1h 10m $338
yesterday
Chicago – Detroit
Outbound – Sep 24, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 29, 2026
direct
1h 10m $295
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
$111
Average price of a round trip
$199
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h27
A flight from Chicago to Detroit takes on average 1h27.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Detroit is August.
Tips for finding a cheap flight from Chicago to Detroit
Check out our tips for booking your flight to Detroit (USA) from Chicago (USA) at the cheapest possible price.
Usually, the cheapest month to pick up a ticket on this route is August, with an average flight ticket price of $235 (calculation over the last two years). The most touristic season corresponds to the months of July, August and June.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 0 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is Frontier Airlines. A ticket from the airline Frontier Airlines to Detroit costs on average $183.
The airlines that offer the most flights are American Airlines, United Airlines and Southwest Airlines.
Price of flight tickets from Chicago to Detroit
Here is some information and tips to know before booking your flight:
- Flight ticket prices range from $111 to $447
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $199
- Prices are lowest for stays in the month of August
- The month in which booking a ticket is cheaper is: April
info departure city :
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 a city in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Chicago, it is currently {fromLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 23°C, with a minimum of 19°C and a maximum of 28°C.
The city of Chicago (CHI) has 4 airport(s): Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field, Chicago FSS, Chicago-Midway and Chicago-O'Hare
destination info :
Detroit, USA
airports :
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne Airport (DTW)
Willow Run Airport (YIP)
Coleman A. Young Municipal Airport (DET)
local time :
Detroit is in the country USA, the time zone is [[timezone]]. In Detroit, it is currently {toLocalTime}, the temperature is on average 23°C, with a minimum of 20°C and a maximum of 29°C.
The city of Detroit (DTT) has 3 airport(s): Detroit Metropolitan Wayne, Willow Run and Coleman A. Young
Useful info about Detroit
What is the least touristic period to go to Detroit?
If you want to visit Detroit during the least touristic period, choose the month of August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Detroit?
In Detroit, the most popular month is July. It is during this period that the prices offered by airlines are also the highest.
When should I book my flight from Chicago to Detroit?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 0 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 1 weeks before your departure, you may find a price below average. The cheapest day to book a flight from Chicago to Detroit is Sunday.
What are the arrival and destination airports when traveling between Chicago and Detroit?
When you leave, you can leave from Chicago-Midway or Chicago-O'Hare, and you will arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne or Bishop.
How to reach Chicago airport from the city centre?
The airport Chicago-Merrill C. Meigs Field is located 4 km, Chicago FSS is located 29 km, Chicago-Midway is located 12 km or Chicago-O'Hare is located 29 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 Chicago to Detroit?
Airplane is the only means of transportation listed on Liligo for this journey.
Are there big differences in weather between Chicago and Detroit?
In summer, the average temperature is 22°C in Detroit and 22°C in Chicago. The average rainfall in summer is 99 mm in Detroit and 141 mm in Chicago. In summer, it is warmer in Detroit and it rains less in Detroit. In winter, it is colder in Detroit and it rains more in Detroit.