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Cheap flights from Detroit to Chicago from C$ 99

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Cheap round-trip flights

These are some of the best round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Chicago that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
12:26 p.m. - 12:55 p.m.DTW-ORD
1h 29mdirect
1:40 p.m. - 4:08 p.m.ORD-DTW
1h 28mdirect
C$ 197Delta
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Thu, 20 Feb - Mon, 24 Feb
7:45 p.m. - 9:27 a.m.DTW-ORD
14h 42m1 stop
6:50 a.m. - 2:35 p.m.ORD-DTW
6h 45m1 stop
C$ 217Frontier
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Tue, 18 Feb - Fri, 21 Feb
8:40 a.m. - 9:16 a.m.DTW-ORD
1h 36mdirect
1:40 p.m. - 4:08 p.m.ORD-DTW
1h 28mdirect
C$ 218Delta
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Sat, 22 Feb - Mon, 24 Feb
8:05 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.DTW-ORD
1h 40mdirect
8:55 a.m. - 11:16 a.m.ORD-DTW
1h 21mdirect
C$ 219American Airlines
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Wed, 19 Feb - Sat, 22 Feb
12:49 p.m. - 11:32 p.m.DTW-ORD
11h 43m1 stop
5:45 a.m. - 4:18 p.m.ORD-DTW
9h 33m1 stop
C$ 232Frontier
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Tue, 6 May - Sun, 18 May
6:00 a.m. - 6:37 a.m.DTW-ORD
1h 37mdirect
7:45 a.m. - 10:13 a.m.ORD-DTW
1h 28mdirect
C$ 283United Airlines
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Wed, 26 Feb - Tue, 4 Mar
6:00 a.m. - 6:37 a.m.DTW-ORD
1h 37mdirect
9:05 p.m. - 11:30 p.m.ORD-DTW
1h 25mdirect
C$ 287United Airlines
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Thu, 20 Feb - Mon, 24 Feb
8:05 a.m. - 8:45 a.m.DTW-ORD
1h 40mdirect
5:10 a.m. - 11:13 a.m.ORD-DTW
5h 03m1 stop
C$ 310American Airlines
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Wed, 19 Feb - Sat, 22 Feb
5:55 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.DTW-ORD
6h 55m1 stop
4:00 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.ORD-DTW
4h 40m1 stop
C$ 346Southwest
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Tue, 20 May - Fri, 30 May
5:55 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.DTW-ORD
6h 55m1 stop
4:00 p.m. - 9:40 p.m.ORD-DTW
4h 40m1 stop
C$ 356Southwest
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Tue, 8 Apr - Thu, 10 Apr

Southwest flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Southwest deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets
Southwest
20 May
DTW5:55 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m
1 stop
ORD11:50 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
30 May
ORD4:00 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
1 stop
DTW9:40 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Southwest
8 Apr
DTW5:55 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 55m
1 stop
ORD11:50 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
10 Apr
ORD4:00 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
4h 40m
1 stop
DTW9:40 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Southwest
13 Mar
DTW5:35 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 55m
1 stop
ORD9:30 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
16 Mar
ORD4:00 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
7h 25m
1 stop
DTW12:25 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Delta flights from Detroit to Chicago

Our best Delta deals on Detroit to Chicago flight tickets
Delta
20 Feb
DTW8:40 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 36m
ORD9:16 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
24 Feb
ORD10:30 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 30m
DTW1:00 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta
22 Feb
DTW8:40 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 36m
ORD9:16 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
24 Feb
ORD1:40 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 28m
DTW4:08 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
Delta
22 Feb
DTW8:40 a.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 36m
ORD9:16 a.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
22 Feb
ORD2:05 p.m.Chicago O'Hare Intl
1h 28m
DTW4:33 p.m.Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Detroit and Chicago?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The month of September is another great option to travel to Chicago, with average flight prices from Detroit averaging around C$ 149.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Thursday when prices can be found for as low as C$ 698. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. If your travel schedule is flexible, try to avoid departing on a Monday because tickets tend to average around C$ 1,155. These prices are subject to change though, so be sure to set up a Price Alert for flights to Chicago.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Detroit to Chicago when you can find flight prices for as low as C$ 614. Flying to Chicago in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. At noon is when there is more demand to fly to Chicago, so prices are often more expensive at around C$ 1,380 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Detroit to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Chicago Midway for the best Detroit - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Detroit when booking 4 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around C$ 282 when searching 4 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Detroit for as low as C$ 169 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Detroit to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Detroit to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Detroit to Chicago flight prices changed over time?

As of January 2025, prices for Detroit to Chicago flights are approximately 17% cheaper when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Detroit to Chicago

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Detroit to Chicago according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Detroit to Chicago (DTT to CHI) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

C$ 99

Fastest flight time

1h 20m

Direct flights

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat and Sun

Airports in Chicago

1 airport
The best one-way flight to Chicago from Detroit in the past 72 hours is C$ 99. The best round-trip flight deal from Detroit to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is C$ 197.
The fastest flight from Detroit to Chicago takes 1h 20m
Direct flights go from Detroit to Chicago on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. Airlines offering direct flights are: United Airlines, Delta and American Airlines.
There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

  • Is flying the fastest way to get from Detroit to Chicago?

    We’ve found that taking a flight from Detroit to Chicago with American Airlines is more time-efficient when based simply on travel duration. A train from Detroit to Chicago or a bus from Detroit to Chicago can take you longer than a 1h 20m flight.

  • Is flying the cheapest way to get from Detroit to Chicago?

    Taking a bus to your destination is the cheapest option we’ve found in the past few days. The cheapest price we’ve found for this option is C$ 93, making it less expensive than a flight from Detroit to Chicago and cheaper than a train from Detroit to Chicago.

  • How far is Detroit to Chicago by plane?

    The distance between Detroit and Chicago is about 380.6 km. Flights usually cover this in 1h 20m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Detroit to Chicago?

    Prices for flights from Detroit to Chicago are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Detroit to Chicago?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Detroit to Chicago?

    Although the minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UMNR) service may have their own age limits, which could be impacted by factors such as flight length, timing, and layovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Detroit to Chicago.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

    The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Detroit to Chicago?

  • What is the most popular airline from Detroit to Chicago?


Best airlines flying from Detroit to Chicago

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Airline
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Spirit AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 49Free CancellationRating
6.3
8,098 reviews
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American AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 84Free CancellationRating
7.2
10,000 reviews
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DeltaPriceFrom C$ 91Free CancellationRating
8.0
8,485 reviews
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United AirlinesPriceFrom C$ 158Free CancellationRating
7.4
8,945 reviews
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  • Delta Flights From Detroit to Chicago

    Across 30 Delta flights from Detroit to Chicago this week, the average price was C$ 148, with the best Delta deals starting from C$ 63 round-trip. 8,485 users have rated Delta on momondo, with an average score of 8.0/10.

  • United Airlines Flights From Detroit to Chicago

    United Airlines is also a popular choice for this route. United Airlines flight deals for Detroit to Chicago start from as low as C$ 110 round-trip, depending on your selected dates, with average United Airlines deals seen on momondo around C$ 292. United Airlines operates 39 flights to Chicago from Detroit in an average week. Users have rated it 7.4/10 across 8,952 reviews.


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Can I find flights from Detroit to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo enables you to select and highlight flights to Chicago from Detroit with this policy.

How can momondo help me find flights from Detroit to Chicago?

Once you have performed a search for Detroit to Chicago flights, momondo helps you find the right one by offering useful filters to narrow down your flight selection. Flights can be filtered by multiple factors such as airline, airport and price; but also by other criteria like aircraft type and payment method.

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Choose the best way to get from Detroit to Chicago

Buses

9h 55m
C$ 108 one-wayC$ 93 round-trip
Direct · from C$ 93

Distance to downtown

F991.3 km

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Detroit to Chicago Buses

Trains

5h 06m
C$ 53 one-wayC$ 106 round-trip
Direct · from C$ 106

Distance to downtown

ZUN1.1 km

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Detroit to Chicago Trains

Flights

1h 23m
C$ 99 one-wayC$ 197 round-trip
Direct · from C$ 1971 stop · from C$ 199

Distance to downtown

ORD25.6 km

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