What percentage of Detroit to Toronto flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 22.1% of flights from Detroit to Toronto were direct. For travelers with connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was one. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one stop. These figures are based on data observed over a 90-day period.

How often do cheap flights from Detroit to Toronto come up?

Historically, cheap flights from Detroit to Toronto have been classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find favorable prices for this route. This classification is based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day period. The route consistently offers competitive pricing.

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

The direct flight from Detroit to Toronto typically takes 1 hour and 19 minutes, with a median duration of 79 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 4 hours and 52 minutes, or 292 minutes. The total distance covered on this route is 344 kilometers. These durations are based on historical flight data.

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Detroit to Toronto: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Toronto

The journey from Detroit to Toronto covers a distance of 344 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. For travelers seeking cheap flights from Detroit to Toronto, fares typically range from $356 to $652, with a median price of $481. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Toronto? The data indicates that February is the most affordable month, with a median fare of $266. Other budget-friendly options include April, with a median fare of $339, and May, where the median price is $351.

Most itineraries for this route involve connections, as only 22.1% of recent fares are for non-stop flights. For the majority of itineraries that do connect, the typical number of stopovers is one.

How long is the flight from Detroit to Toronto? A typical journey, including connections, takes approximately 6h 55m. This duration reflects the prevalence of connecting itineraries on this route.

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Toronto

Regular price: $265 - $630

Prices for flights from Detroit to Toronto are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Toronto is $265 to $630. The current lowest deal is $288 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 12-Sep 30.

now $288

Low $265

High $630

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Toronto

The cheapest month to fly from DTT to YTO is February, with a median price of $266. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $683. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $266

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $683

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Direct flights from Detroit to Toronto

Air Canada

Last-minute flights going from Detroit to Toronto

Tue, Aug 4

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Toronto

Detroit (DTW) - Toronto (YTZ)

Frontier Airlines

$531

$496

One-way

Sat, Aug 8

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Waterloo

Detroit (DTW) - Waterloo (YKF)

WestJet

$597

$520

One-way

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Toronto

Detroit (DTW) - Toronto (YTZ)

Frontier Airlines

$459

$422

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Toronto

Detroit (DTW) - Toronto (YTZ)

Frontier Airlines

$413

$391

One-way

Sat, Aug 15

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Toronto

Detroit (DTW) - Toronto (YTZ)

Frontier Airlines

$411

$368

One-way

Mon, Aug 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DTW - Toronto

Detroit (DTW) - Toronto (YTZ)

Frontier Airlines

$440

$381

One-way

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

4 nights

Dec 10 - Dec 14

$1,182 → $534

55%

8 nights

Dec 23 - Dec 31

$1,158 → $573

51%

6 nights

Dec 24 - Dec 30

$1,177 → $652

45%

18 nights

Dec 13 - Dec 31

$1,058 → $548

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Detroit to Toronto

Detroit - Toronto route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Detroit to Toronto are above the typical level at $288.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Toronto, with a median price of $266.

⏱️ Flight duration

Median flight time is 6h 55m

The median flight time from Detroit to Toronto is 6 hours and 55 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights are dominant on this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Air Canada offers direct flights

Air Canada is one airline that offers direct flights from Detroit to Toronto.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals on flights from Detroit to Toronto are frequent, appearing often over a 30-day window.

Detroit main airports to depart from

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is the cheapest option for flights from Detroit to Toronto.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Toronto main airports to arrive at

Toronto Pearson International (YYZ)

Cheapest

Toronto Pearson International Airport is a good choice for flights from Detroit to Toronto.

📍 ~20 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$305

Airports nearby Toronto used as alternative

John C. Munro Hamilton International (YHM)

John C. Munro Hamilton International is a useful alternative, especially for low-cost carriers in the region.

📍 ~60 km from Toronto (reachable by car, less frequent public transit)

💸 Flights from ~$358

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Toronto

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Detroit to Toronto has been 7-13 days prior to departure. During this period, the average price was around $385. Booking within 0-6 days of departure typically saw prices increase to an average of $903. For those planning further ahead, flights booked 28-59 days out averaged $567, while those booked 60+ days in advance had an average price of $584. These trends are based on pricing data observed across the trailing 90 days.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Detroit to Toronto is considered to be $356 or less. The median price for this route was $481. Prices typically ranged up to $652, which represented the higher end of observed fares. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $356 threshold.

Historically, February has been the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Toronto, with a median price of $266. April and May also offered relatively lower median prices, at $339 and $351 respectively. The annual median price for this route was $481. These insights are based on pricing data observed across the trailing 270 days.

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Detroit to Toronto: Overview

Insights for flights from Detroit to Toronto

How much is a round trip from Detroit to Toronto

Regular price: $265 - $630

Prices for flights from Detroit to Toronto are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Detroit to Toronto is $265 to $630. The current lowest deal is $288 with Frontier Airlines, for travel from Sep 12-Sep 30.

now $288

Low $265

High $630

The cheapest time to fly from Detroit to Toronto

February

Cheapest

Flights from $266

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $683

Jan

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Apr

May

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Jul

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Sep

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Dec