How many flights from Memphis to Detroit are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 10% of flights from Memphis to Detroit were non-stop. For flights requiring connections, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey.

How many hours is the flight from Memphis to Detroit?

The median flight time for a direct flight from Memphis to Detroit is 1 hour and 55 minutes, covering a distance of 982 kilometers. Flights with one stop typically have a significantly longer median duration of 11 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should consider these differences when planning their journey.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Memphis to Detroit come up frequently. This route is classified as one where deals appear often. Travelers looking for budget-friendly options can expect to find them with regularity.

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September 7 - September 9

Cheapest

MEM - Detroit

$276

$202

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September 7 - September 30

MEM - Detroit

$227

$203

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September 7 - October 7

MEM - Detroit

$227

$203

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August 31 - September 30

MEM - Detroit

$234

$215

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August 31 - September 9

MEM - Detroit

$262

$215

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August 30 - September 9

MEM - Detroit

$252

$216

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August 10 - August 12

Best

Earliest

MEM - Detroit

$312

$219

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September 7 - October 4

MEM - Detroit

$227

$243

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September 7 - October 2

MEM - Detroit

$227

$244

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September 7 - October 5

MEM - Detroit

$227

$252

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Memphis to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Memphis to Detroit

A typical journey from Memphis to Detroit, including connections, takes about 12h 24m. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this duration reflects the time spent on the ground as well as in the air. The distance between Memphis and Detroit is 982 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

Right now, if you're looking for cheap flights from Memphis to Detroit, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $499–$1156, with a median of $728. Currently, new deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better fares.

The cheapest months to fly from Memphis to Detroit are March, with a median fare of $250, followed by January at $334, and May at $403. Planning your travel during these months can significantly reduce your costs.

For flights from Memphis to Detroit, most itineraries connect at least once, with only 0.1% of recent fares being non-stop. When connecting, the typical number of stopovers is 2, indicating that direct flights from Memphis to Detroit are rare.

How much is a round trip from Memphis to Detroit

Regular price: $220 - $326

Prices for flights from Memphis to Detroit are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Memphis to Detroit is typically between $220 and $326. The current lowest deal is $186 with Breeze Airways, for travel from Aug 31-Sep 9.

now $186

Low $220

High $326

The cheapest time to fly from Memphis to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Detroit is March, with a median price of $250. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $624. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

March

Cheapest

Flights from $250

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $624

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Direct flights from Memphis to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Memphis to Detroit

Mon, Jul 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$361

One-way

Tue, Jul 21

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$314

$383

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$314

$300

One-way

Thu, Jul 23

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$312

$311

One-way

Fri, Jul 24

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Frontier Airlines

$335

$342

One-way

Sat, Aug 1

⌛ Last-Minute

MEM - Detroit

Memphis (MEM) - Detroit (DTW)

Allegiant Air

$317

$267

One-way

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

2 nights

Sep 7 - Sep 9

$277 → $191

31%

9 nights

Aug 17 - Aug 26

$262 → $180

31%

12 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 26

$246 → $185

25%

16 nights

Aug 10 - Aug 26

$242 → $185

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Memphis to Detroit

Memphis - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Current fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Memphis to Detroit are below the typical level at $186.

📅 Best time to fly

March is historically the cheapest month

Historically, March is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $250.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights are typically 12h 24m

The typical flight duration from Memphis to Detroit is 12 hours and 24 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Most flights from Memphis to Detroit include 2 stopovers, with few direct options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Breeze Airways offers a notable deal

Breeze Airways has a recent deal for $186 from Memphis to Detroit.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently on this route

Deals for flights from Memphis to Detroit appear frequently, often within 30 days.

Memphis main airports to depart from

Memphis International (MEM)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~15 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan is a primary airport for flights to the Detroit area.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$176

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Consider Bishop International as a domestic alternative to avoid congestion and higher parking costs at DTW.

📍 ~95 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$285

Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE)

Cheapest

Cleveland Hopkins International is a major alternative for long-haul flights or different airline alliances.

📍 ~160 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$202

Windsor International (YQG)

Windsor International is geographically closest to downtown Detroit, good for regional Canadian travel.

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

💸 Flights from ~$592

Toledo Express (TOL)

Toledo Express is a small airport with easy navigation, a relatively short drive from Detroit.

📍 ~70 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$319

Gerald R. Ford International (GRR)

Gerald R. Ford International is a highly rated regional airport with good domestic connectivity.

📍 ~200 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$243

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the most favorable prices for flights from Memphis to Detroit are found when booking 28-59 days in advance. During this period, the average price is typically around $455. Booking 14-27 days out sees the average price increase to $842. Prices for bookings made 60+ days out are also around $455, indicating that booking too far in advance does not offer additional savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Memphis to Detroit is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $499. The median price for this route over the same period was $728. Prices can go as high as $1156, which represents the 75th percentile of prices observed.

Historically, March has been the cheapest month to fly from Memphis to Detroit, with a median price of $250. January also offers competitive prices, with a median of $334. May, with a median price of $403, is another relatively inexpensive option. The annual median price for this route is $728, indicating significant savings during these months.

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