What percentage of Detroit to Philadelphia flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 58.6% of flights from Detroit to Philadelphia are direct. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers observed is 2. This indicates that a significant portion of travelers on this route can find non-stop options, while others may experience multiple connections.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Historically, good prices on flights from Detroit to Philadelphia are observed frequently. This route is classified as one that regularly offers competitive fares. Travelers can often find favorable deals when planning their trips between these two cities. The consistent availability of good prices makes this a reliable route for budget-conscious travelers.

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Q: How long is the flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

The typical direct flight from Detroit to Philadelphia has a median duration of 1 hour and 33 minutes. This route covers a distance of 728 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median travel time increases significantly to 6 hours and 9 minutes. Travelers should consider these durations when planning their journey.

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Detroit to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia

Flights covering the 728 km between Detroit and Philadelphia are considered short-haul. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Detroit to Philadelphia, fares typically range from $160–$397, with a median of $224. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting opportunities for savings can emerge frequently.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia? The data indicates that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $119. Following closely, April offers a median fare of $129, and June also presents a good option with a median of $144. These months offer the best value for this route.

Regarding direct flights from Detroit to Philadelphia, a meaningful share are non-stop, with 58.6% of recent itineraries being direct. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

How long is the flight from Detroit to Philadelphia? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 1h 33m. Non-stop flights also have a median duration of 1h 33m, while connecting itineraries typically extend to 6h 13m.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Philadelphia

Regular price: $176 - $239

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia is $176 to $239. The current lowest deal is $138 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 17-Aug 19.

now $138

Low $176

High $239

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to PHL is June, with a median price of $149. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $390. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $149

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $390

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Detroit to Philadelphia

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Philadelphia

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$328

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Trenton

Detroit (DTW) - Trenton (TTN)

Frontier Airlines

$484

$300

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Trenton

Detroit (DTW) - Trenton (TTN)

Frontier Airlines

$415

$312

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$270

$245

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$264

$234

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$251

$209

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$484 → $300

38%

3 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 24

$252 → $140

45%

6 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 3

$250 → $144

42%

4 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 28

$255 → $149

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia

Detroit - Philadelphia route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to Philadelphia are below the typical level at $138.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for the best prices

Historically, June offers the lowest median prices at $149 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 33m

The typical direct flight from Detroit to Philadelphia takes 1 hour and 33 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

58.6% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 58.6% of flights on this route are direct, with connecting flights having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

Frontier Airlines provides direct flight options for the Detroit to Philadelphia route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia are historically frequent.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a good option for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia.

📍 ~29 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Philadelphia main airports to arrive at

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a convenient arrival option for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$136

Airports nearby Philadelphia used as alternative

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is a major international hub with a vast network of domestic and global destinations.

📍 ~135 km from Philadelphia (reachable by rail)

💸 Flights from ~$149

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Philadelphia

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price for a ticket is around $101. In contrast, purchasing 0-6 days before departure sees an average price of $374, while buying 7-13 days out averages $330. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made closer to the travel date.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia is considered to be $160 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $224. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $397 or less. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $160 threshold.

Historically, May has been the most affordable month to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia, with a median price of $119. April also offers competitive prices, with a median of $129. June follows with a median price of $144. These months generally present better value compared to the annual median price of $224 for this route.

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Detroit to Philadelphia: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Philadelphia

Regular price: $176 - $239

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia is $176 to $239. The current lowest deal is $138 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 17-Aug 19.

now $138

Low $176

High $239

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to PHL is June, with a median price of $149. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $390. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from $149

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $390

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Detroit to Philadelphia

Frontier Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Philadelphia

Wed, Jul 29

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$367

$328

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Trenton

Detroit (DTW) - Trenton (TTN)

Frontier Airlines

$484

$300

One-way

Mon, Aug 3

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Trenton

Detroit (DTW) - Trenton (TTN)

Frontier Airlines

$415

$312

One-way

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$270

$245

One-way

Wed, Aug 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$264

$234

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Philadelphia

Detroit (DTW) - Philadelphia (PHL)

Frontier Airlines

$251

$209

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 1 - Aug 4

$484 → $300

38%

3 nights

Oct 21 - Oct 24

$252 → $140

45%

6 nights

Oct 28 - Nov 3

$250 → $144

42%

4 nights

Oct 24 - Oct 28

$255 → $149

42%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia