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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago from £74

DTW — CHI
12 Nov — 19 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago are usually found in December or November, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Chicago

Mon 9/1120:45 -
1 stop4h 25m
Mon 16/1108:00 -
1 stop4h 20m
Deal found 12/10£164
Fri 13/1107:26 -
Nonstop1h 34m
Sun 22/1112:47 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Deal found 11/10£167
Wed 18/1109:10 -
Nonstop1h 36m
Sun 22/1118:44 -
Nonstop1h 16m
Deal found 9/10£167
Wed 11/1113:25 -
1 stop6h 40m
Wed 18/1113:15 -
2 stops7h 55m
Deal found 12/10£168
Tue 24/1106:40 -
1 stop9h 05m
Tue 1/1213:15 -
2 stops7h 55m
Deal found 10/10£172
Thu 5/1120:15 -
1 stop3h 30m
Mon 9/1118:50 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 10/10£175
Tue 24/1110:10 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Fri 27/1111:19 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 8/10£178
Sat 7/1110:50 -
2 stops7h 35m
Sat 14/1108:00 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 10/10£178
Wed 25/1113:33 -
1 stop10h 45m
Wed 2/1208:15 -
1 stop6h 07m
Deal found 11/10£184
Mon 2/1107:10 -
Nonstop1h 31m
Tue 3/1113:55 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 12/10£184
Tue 3/1106:55 -
1 stop6h 10m
Thu 5/1112:45 -
2 stops5h 50m
Deal found 12/10£186
Fri 18/1212:24 -
Nonstop1h 26m
Sun 20/1210:30 -
Nonstop1h 29m
Deal found 13/10£187

Find flight deals from Detroit to Chicago

Round-trip from

£164

One-way from

£74

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

December

Average price

£225

Good round-trip deal

£535 or less

Good one-way deal

£190 or less
Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 13/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 8h 30m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
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American Airlines
  • American Airlines
  • 18/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 33m total
  • Detroit to Chicago
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (£6 potential savings vs. average return price).
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DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 9/12

13:32-13:56

Nonstop1h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 13/1

08:30-09:15

Nonstop1h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MDW Chicago Midway

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 31/12

08:50-09:10

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 14/12

17:56-18:26

Nonstop1h 30m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 11/12

18:16-18:50

Nonstop1h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MDW Chicago Midway

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 5/11

13:30-13:50

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/11

12:33-12:59

Nonstop1h 26m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MDW Chicago Midway

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Mon 23/11

19:45-20:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - ORD Chicago O'Hare Intl

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 12/11

07:15-07:49

Nonstop1h 34m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75
Fastest return journey

DetroitChicago

DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - MDW Chicago Midway

DTWMDW

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 12/12

16:45-17:00

Nonstop1h 15m

Chicago Midway

Wed 31/12

00:00-01:00

Nonstop0h 00m

£75

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago (average of £198). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of £329). 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?

It’s optimal to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 62% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago

The most flights from DTW to CHI are scheduled on a Monday (101 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (51 on average).

How much does it cost for a return flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago flights typically cost between £189 and £361 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £164 on Southwest (9 Nov–16 Nov).

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

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 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

Related info for your journey

  • 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 79 outbound flights to Chicago per day. 0 airlines have flights to Chicago from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County on a regular basis.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago?

    For as low as £190, Southwest can have you in Chicago from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 1h 28m. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Chicago are separated by a distance of 234 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • 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: Republic Airways (89%), Copa Airlines (86%), Finnair( 77%).

  • 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 £362, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is £190. When looking at the most popular route, (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Chicago O'Hare Intl), you can expect to pay £268 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago (average of £198). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Chicago in February is currently the most expensive (average of £329). 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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