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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago from £46

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 12/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — CHI
26 Feb — 5 Mar1
1 adult

The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago are usually found in September or October, booked 35 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Saturday

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 21 February 2025.

Round-trip from

£92

One-way from

£46

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

September

Average price

£193

Good round-trip deal

£583 or less

Good one-way deal

£226 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 24/3-26/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 46m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
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Delta
  • Delta
  • 12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 33m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 26% potential increase in price (£42 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 21 February 2025.

Mon 24/317:55DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 26mDelta
Wed 26/313:26ORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 20mDelta
Deal found 20/2£92
Thu 24/405:25DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 33mAmerican Airlines
Thu 24/422:10ORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 27mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 20/2£93
Thu 6/317:35DTW - ORD
1 stop4h 55mSouthwest
Mon 10/307:00ORD - DTW
1 stop4h 25mSouthwest
Deal found 20/2£109
Sun 6/422:02DTW - ORD
1 stop11h 42mFrontier
Sun 13/409:25ORD - DTW
1 stop10h 37mFrontier
Deal found 20/2£135
Mon 10/315:46DTW - ORD
Nonstop1h 39mUnited Airlines
Thu 13/321:05ORD - DTW
Nonstop1h 25mUnited Airlines
Deal found 20/2£141
Thu 24/406:00DTW - ORD
2 stops12h 41mSpirit Airlines
Thu 24/419:49ORD - DTW
2 stops21h 49mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 20/2£144
Sun 1/606:00DTW - ORD
1 stop7h 17mJetBlue
Sat 7/613:12ORD - DTW
1 stop9h 32mJetBlue
Deal found 19/2£373
Sun 24/808:15DTW - ORD
1 stop16h 44mAlaska Airlines
Sat 30/818:50ORD - DTW
1 stop10h 57mAlaska Airlines
Deal found 21/2£459

Find flights from Detroit to Chicago within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Detroit to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 21 February 2025.

Fly from

Detroit

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Chicago

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 24/3

17:55-18:21

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 26/3

13:26-15:46

Nonstop1h 20m

£92

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 24/4

05:25-05:58

Nonstop1h 33m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/4

22:10-00:37

Nonstop1h 27m

£93

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 6/3

17:35-21:30

1 stop4h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 10/3

07:00-12:25

1 stop4h 25m

£109

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 6/4

22:02-08:44

1 stop11h 42m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 13/4

09:25-21:02

1 stop10h 37m

£135

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 10/3

15:46-16:25

Nonstop1h 39m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 13/3

21:05-23:30

Nonstop1h 25m

£141

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 24/4

06:00-17:41

2 stops12h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 24/4

19:49-18:38

2 stops21h 49m

£144

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 1/6

06:00-12:17

1 stop7h 17m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 7/6

13:12-23:44

1 stop9h 32m

£373

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sun 27/4

17:13-06:05

1 stop13h 52m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 4/5

17:56-05:11

1 stop10h 15m

£691

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 12/3

08:45-09:18

Nonstop1h 33m

£46

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 8/4

11:00-11:30

Nonstop1h 30m

£47

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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 14 February 2025.

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 35 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 £595). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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 21 February 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 76% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

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 21 February 2025.

The most flights from DTW to CHI are scheduled on a Thursday (87 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (22 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 21 February 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Southwest, Alaska Airlines and Delta 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.
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Alaska Airlines
8.0
Very Good
9,697 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very Good
8,213 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

JetBlue
7.4
Good
3,069 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

United Airlines
7.4
Good
8,759 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very Good
4,401 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Food

7.1

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

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 66 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 Delta is currently your cheapest option to Chicago, with prices starting at £92. Additional return tickets that might be worth considering are offered by American Airlines and Southwest, with the lowest prices starting at £93 and £109, respectively. Delta is currently priced 40% 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 (£46), United Airlines (£47), and Southwest (£55).

  • 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: Emirates (87%), Virgin Atlantic (86%), Republic Airways( 84%).

  • 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 £461, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £220. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £105 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 £595). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in July is currently the most expensive (average of £843). 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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