Price observed over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Compare all flight tickets and find cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago
Compare all flight tickets and find cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago
The cheapest flights right now
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Sep 19, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 22, 2026
direct
1h 15m $229
3 days ago
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Sep 18, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 21, 2026
direct
1h 10m $247
3 days ago
* 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
$71
Average price of a round trip
$104
Average flight ticket price recorded over the last 3 months for a round trip.
Flight duration
1h23
A flight from Detroit to Chicago takes on average 1h23.
Best time
August
According to user searches, the ideal month to go to Chicago is August.
The best flight deals for a weekend
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Sep 19, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 22, 2026
direct
1h 15m $229
3 days ago
Detroit – Chicago
Outbound – Sep 18, 2026
direct
1h 10m Return – Sep 21, 2026
direct
1h 10m $247
3 days ago
* 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.
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 July, September and October.
For the cheapest flights, it is advisable to buy your ticket at least 135 days before the departure date.
The airline offering the cheapest flight tickets is United Airlines. A ticket from the airline United Airlines to Chicago costs on average $71.
The airlines that offer the most flights are United Airlines and United 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 $71 to $136
- The average price of a flight ticket is about $104
- 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 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
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 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
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 August.
What is the most popular time to travel to Chicago?
In Chicago, 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 Detroit to Chicago?
According to our data, it is recommended to book your flight 135 days before your departure. If you book your flight ticket 20 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 Monday.
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 .
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 141 mm in Chicago and 99 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.