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Cheap flights Philadelphia — Detroit

from $123 711 km ~1h 20m 5 flights found 2 airlines cheapest on Thursday
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12+ years
1
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2–11 years
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under 2
0
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Cheapest: $123 on 05.01.2027
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Cheapest flights found
05 Jan 2027, Tue
Frontier Airlines F9 2505
00:41
PHL Philadelphia International Airport
06:04
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
5h 23m 1 stop
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04 Jan 2027, Mon
American Airlines AA 5122
21:42
PHL Philadelphia International Airport
23:39
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
1h 57m Direct
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Route characteristics
Distance
711 km
Flight time
1h 20m
Time difference
+0h
Minimum price
from $123 (05.01.2027)
Average price
$161
Maximum price
$198
Cheapest day
Thursday
Departure airports (1)
PHL Philadelphia International Airport
Arrival airports (1)
DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Airlines (2)
AA American Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Agencies (2)
Farera Wingie
Prices by day of week
Airlines — cheapest prices 2
American Airlines
American Airlines
3 flights · 3 days
$102
Frontier Airlines
Frontier Airlines
Low-cost 2 flights · 2 days
$106
Where to buy tickets 2
Farera
4 tickets · 4 days
from $102
Wingie
1 tickets · 1 days
from $198
Airports

From — Philadelphia (1)

  • PHL Philadelphia International Airport

To — Detroit (1)

  • DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
Other destinations from Philadelphia
Frequently asked questions about the route Philadelphia — Detroit
How long is the flight from Philadelphia to Detroit?
Approximate flight time — 1h 20m. This is an average for a direct flight. With connections, the time may be longer.
What is the distance from Philadelphia to Detroit?
The straight-line distance — 711 km.
How much do flights from Philadelphia to Detroit cost?
The minimum price over 3 months — from $123 on 05.01.2027.
What is the average ticket price?
The average price — $161. Range: $123 — $198.
What is the time difference between Philadelphia and Detroit?
The difference — +0h.
From which airports does Philadelphia operate flights?
From Philadelphia: PHL (Philadelphia International Airport).
To which airports in Detroit do flights arrive?
To Detroit: DTW (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport).
Which airlines fly this route?
This route is served by 2 airlines: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.
Are there direct flights?
Yes, there are direct flights. Minimum direct price — from $198. Total direct flights found: 1.
Which day of the week is cheapest?
The cheapest day of the week — Thursday.
When is the best time to buy tickets?
Optimal — 1–3 months before departure. Check the calendar above — it shows the best dates.
How do I book flights?
Click "View this ticket" on any flight card — you'll be redirected to the booking page with this specific ticket pre-selected.
About the route Philadelphia — Detroit

Flights Philadelphia — Detroit is a popular route. The straight-line distance is 711 km. Flight time 1h 20m. Time difference +0h.

From Philadelphia (PHL) flights depart from 1 airport: PHL. To Detroit (DTT) — 1 arrival airport: DTW.

2 airlines operate on this route: American Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

The minimum price for the next 3 months — from $123 (05.01.2027). The cheapest dates are highlighted in the calendar above.

The average ticket price — $161, ranging from $123 to $198. Book 1–3 months in advance to get the best deals.

Cheapest day to fly — Thursday.

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