What percentage of Phoenix to Detroit flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 42.8% of flights from Phoenix to Detroit were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 2. This indicates that while direct options are available, a significant portion of routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey and evaluating travel time.

How long is the flight from Phoenix to Detroit?

The direct flight from Phoenix to Detroit typically takes 3 hours and 52 minutes. This corresponds to a median duration of 232 minutes for non-stop journeys. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 6 hours and 44 minutes, or 404 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 2684 kilometers, making it a moderately long domestic flight.

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

Historically, cheap flights from Phoenix to Detroit are classified as frequent. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find good deals on this route. The consistent availability of favorable pricing makes it a popular option for budget-conscious travelers. Keeping an eye on price trends can help secure a good fare for this destination.

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Phoenix to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to Detroit

Fares for flights from Phoenix to Detroit typically range from $175–$682, with a median price of $348. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and only 6% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find cheap flights from Phoenix to Detroit.

If you are looking for the cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Detroit, you will find that May is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $118. April also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $122, followed by September at $144.

For travelers considering direct flights from Phoenix to Detroit, a meaningful share are non-stop, accounting for 42.8% of recent fares. For itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2.

The typical journey time for flights from Phoenix to Detroit is 3h 52m, including connections. This median duration reflects both non-stop and connecting itineraries, with non-stop flights also averaging 3h 52m, while connecting flights typically take around 12h 4m.

The distance between Phoenix and Detroit is 2684 kilometers, classifying this route as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Detroit

Regular price: $163 - $287

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

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to Detroit is $163 to $287. The current lowest deal is $215 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 26.

now $215

Low $163

High $287

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Detroit

The cheapest month to fly from Phoenix to Detroit is May, with a median price of $137. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $626. Prices are generally lower from April to November.

May

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Flights from $137

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $626

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Direct flights from Phoenix to Detroit

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Last-minute flights going from Phoenix to Detroit

Sat, Jul 25

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$424

$374

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$434

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$353

$319

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$359

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$357

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$326

$280

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

7 nights

Oct 27 - Nov 3

$324 → $242

25%

8 nights

Oct 26 - Nov 3

$313 → $233

26%

6 nights

Oct 6 - Oct 12

$315 → $244

23%

7 nights

Oct 14 - Oct 21

$318 → $254

20%

Popular Airports to fly from Phoenix to Detroit

Phoenix - Detroit route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Phoenix to Detroit are above the typical level at $215.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in May for the lowest prices

Historically, May has offered the lowest median prices at $137 for Phoenix to Detroit.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 3h 52m

Direct flights from Phoenix to Detroit typically take 3 hours and 52 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

42.8% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 42.8% of flights on this route have been direct, with mixed availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Frontier Airlines offers direct flights

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

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals for flights from Phoenix to Detroit appear frequently, offering good opportunities.

Phoenix main airports to depart from

Phoenix Sky Harbor International (PHX)

Cheapest

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Phoenix to Detroit.

📍 ~6 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car, bus, or PHX Sky Train)

💸 Flights from ~$152

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway (AZA)

Phoenix–Mesa Gateway Airport offers an alternative departure point for your trip to Detroit.

📍 ~42 km from Phoenix city center (reachable by car or bus)

💸 Flights from ~$317

Detroit main airports to arrive at

Detroit Metropolitan (DTW)

Cheapest

Detroit Metropolitan Airport is a great choice for flights to Detroit, offering the cheapest fares.

📍 ~30 km from Detroit city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$226

Airports nearby Detroit used as alternative

Bishop International (FNT)

Bishop International can be a useful alternative for its ease of access and to avoid congestion at DTW.

📍 ~95 km from Detroit (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$161

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Detroit

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Phoenix to Detroit is typically 14-27 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $156. Booking within 0-6 days of departure generally saw prices rise significantly to an average of $683. Even booking 7-13 days out resulted in a higher average price of $808, indicating that planning a few weeks in advance can lead to considerable savings.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Phoenix to Detroit was considered a good deal if priced at or below $175. The median price for this route during the same period was $348. Fares exceeding $682 were in the higher price range, indicating that prices can vary significantly. Travelers aiming for a budget-friendly trip should target fares around the $175 mark.

Historically, May has offered some of the cheapest flights from Phoenix to Detroit, with a median price of $118. April also presented favorable prices, showing a median of $122. While September had a median of $144, it was also identified as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, with the annual median for the route being $348. These trends suggest that spring months often provide more economical travel options.

Phoenix to Detroit: Overview

Insights for flights from Phoenix to Detroit

The distance between Phoenix and Detroit is 2684 kilometers, classifying this route as a medium-haul flight.

How much is a round trip from Phoenix to Detroit

Regular price: $163 - $287

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

The regular price range for flights from Phoenix to Detroit is $163 to $287. The current lowest deal is $215 with Frontier Airlines for travel from Aug 22-Aug 26.

now $215

Low $163

High $287

The cheapest time to fly from Phoenix to Detroit

May

Cheapest

Flights from $137

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $626

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