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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago from £55

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CHI
27 Nov — 4 Dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 44 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Tuesday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Chicago

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTW) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£99

One-way from

£55

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

September
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 11/1-13/1
  • 2 total stops
  • 19h 46m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
High demand for flights, 26% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 48% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 November 2024.

Tue 17/1218:00DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 31mDelta
Wed 18/1213:45ORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 18mDelta
Deal found 21/11£108
Mon 16/1207:25DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 40mUnited Airlines
Tue 17/1221:05ORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 24mUnited Airlines
Deal found 21/11£160
Sun 15/1206:10DTW - ORD
1 stop7h 50mSouthwest
Sun 15/1217:45ORD - DTW
1 stop4h 35mSouthwest
Deal found 21/11£179
Mon 2/1206:35DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 21mAmerican Airlines
Thu 5/1213:57ORD - DTW
1 stop5h 40mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 21/11£352
Thu 28/1109:05DTW - ORD
1 stop5h 18mJetBlue
Thu 5/1208:50ORD - DTW
1 stop9h 15mJetBlue
Deal found 21/11£417

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DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/1

11:10-23:35

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 13/1

07:00-18:34

1 stop10h 34m

£99

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 17/12

18:00-18:31

Nonstop1h 31m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 18/12

13:45-16:03

Nonstop1h 18m

£108

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 1/2

05:30-12:45

1 stop8h 15m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 3/2

07:00-16:00

1 stop8h 00m

£159

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 16/12

07:25-08:05

Nonstop1h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 17/12

21:05-23:29

Nonstop1h 24m

£160

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 2/12

06:35-06:56

Nonstop1h 21m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 5/12

13:57-20:37

1 stop5h 40m

£352

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 6/5

10:55-17:20

1 stop7h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 18/5

08:40-17:09

1 stop7h 29m

£479

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 24/12

16:15-16:40

Nonstop1h 25m

£55

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 5/3

06:40-11:30

1 stop5h 50m

£74

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/12

06:00-06:35

Nonstop1h 35m

£82

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 20/5

10:55-17:20

1 stop7h 25m

£138

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Deals found on 22/11

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Travel insights for flights from Detroit to Chicago

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Detroit to Chicago including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Detroit to Chicago. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 44 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago (average of £598). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTW to CHI?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Chicago. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

When flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Chicago. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 22 November 2024.

The most flights from DTW to CHI are scheduled on a Friday (95 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (32 on average).

Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 43.0 - 125.0 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 125.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 43.0 mm.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around -5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated 22 November 2024.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Delta, Southwest and United Airlines from Detroit to Chicago to help guide your decision. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

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1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

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8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Very Good
8,747 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

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Good
3,382 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.4
Good
9,171 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
8.1
Very Good
4,996 reviews

Entertainment

7.7

Crew

8.7

Food

7.2

Boarding

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

Great service throughout our flight. Easy boarding with early bird check in

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    For a flight from Detroit to Chicago, you will be flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) is just 17.3 mi from the center of the city. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County is the only Detroit airport and it handles 75 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Chicago from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago round-trip?

    Flying on Spirit Airlines is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £99. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Delta and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at £108 and £159, respectively. Spirit Airlines is currently priced 33% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago are Delta (£55), Southwest (£74), and United Airlines (£82).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

    Before booking your flight to Chicago from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: GoJet (100%), Republic Airways (98%), Austrian Airlines( 96%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

    While on average a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago is generally £812, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £150. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £108 for that flight.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago (average of £598). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £774). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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