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Today’s best flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Philadelphia to Detroit

August 31 - September 2

Cheapest
Best

PHL - Detroit

$212

$169

Round trip

August 4 - September 2

PHL - Detroit

$167

$178

Round trip

August 11 - September 2

PHL - Detroit

$173

$178

Round trip

July 28 - August 18

PHL - Detroit

$171

$195

Round trip

August 4 - August 18

PHL - Detroit

$174

$195

Round trip

July 24 - July 31

PHL - Detroit

$190

$202

Round trip

July 10 - July 13

Earliest

PHL - Detroit

$204

$202

Round trip

August 3 - August 17

PHL - Detroit

$174

$202

Round trip

October 9 - October 22

PHL - Detroit

$115

$204

Round trip

September 22 - October 22

PHL - Detroit

$101

$204

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit

A meaningful share of recent fares from Philadelphia to Detroit are non-stop, with 65.2% of itineraries flying direct. The remaining itineraries typically include two connections. For those seeking cheap flights from Philadelphia to Detroit, new deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find favorable prices.
Fares for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit typically range from $104–$251, with a median price of $149. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit? The data indicates that April is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $104. Following closely are June and May, both with median fares of $109, offering other cost-effective options for your travel.
A typical journey from Philadelphia to Detroit, including connections, takes about 3h 17m. This duration reflects the overall travel time, accounting for both direct flights and those with one or more stops along the way.
The distance between Philadelphia and Detroit is 728 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall travel time and available flight options.

How much is a round trip from Philadelphia to Detroit

Regular price: $171 - $217

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit is $171-$217. The current lowest deal is $169 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from August 31 to September 2.

now $169

Low $171

High $217

The cheapest time to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit is April, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is February, with a median price of $389. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

April

Cheapest

Flights from $104

February

Most Expensive

Flights from $389

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Direct flights from Philadelphia to Detroit

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Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Philadelphia to Detroit

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$456

$323

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$374

$353

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$391

$356

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$459

$356

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$456

$374

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

TTN - Detroit

Frontier Airlines

Trenton (TTN) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$463

$356

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit

3 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 23

$456  →  $290

36%

4 nights

Jun 17 - Jun 21

$456  →  $323

29%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$463  →  $356

23%

3 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 21

$459  →  $356

22%

Popular Airports to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit

Philadelphia - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Philadelphia to Detroit are above the typical level, with a median price of $149.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically the cheapest month

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit, with a median price of $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 17m

The typical direct flight from Philadelphia to Detroit takes 3 hours and 17 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

65.2% of deals are direct

Historically, 65.2% of flight deals from Philadelphia to Detroit are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines has historically offered direct flights from Philadelphia to Detroit.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit appear frequently, with over 1 deal per day.

Philadelphia main airports to depart from

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Fly from Philadelphia International for a convenient departure option to Detroit.

📍 ~10 km from Philadelphia city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cleveland Hopkins International is a major international airport offering a full range of cabin classes.

📍 ~135 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$178

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International is a close alternative with easier parking and shorter security wait times for domestic travel.

📍 ~90 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$252

Windsor International (YQG)

Windsor International is geographically the closest airport to downtown Detroit, ideal for flights within Canada.

📍 ~10 km from Detroit (reachable by car, involves border crossing)

💸 Flights from ~$687

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Cheapest

Gerald R. Ford International is a significant regional airport with diverse airline representation and premium options.

📍 ~200 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$61

Capital Region International (LAN)

Capital Region International is a reasonable alternative for domestic regional connections, especially for Detroit's western suburbs.

📍 ~140 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$308

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Best Elite deals to Detroit

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Aug 11

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79% AI deal score

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$647

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$377

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$637

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$647

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$647

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$647

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$647

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$647

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$647

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78% AI deal score

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$647

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Detroit, United States

78% AI deal score

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$647

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Detroit, United States

77% AI deal score

$1,127

$560

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Detroit, United States

77% AI deal score

$1,156

$647

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77% AI deal score

$1,086

$647

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77% AI deal score

$1,085

$647

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77% AI deal score

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$647

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the best prices for flights from Philadelphia to Detroit are found when booking 14-27 days in advance, with an average price of $133. Booking 60+ days out typically results in an average price of $182. Flights booked within 0-6 days of departure tend to be more expensive, averaging around $235. Across the trailing quarter, prices can vary significantly depending on how far in advance you purchase your ticket.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit is typically $104 or less. The median price for this route has been $149. Prices can range, with 75% of observed prices being $251 or less. These figures are based on data from the trailing 90 days.

Historically, April has been one of the cheapest months to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit, with a median price of $104. May and June also show competitive median prices at $109. The annual median price for this route is $149. These insights are derived from data spanning 270 days.