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Cheap flights from Detroit to Philadelphia from C$ 101

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTT — PHL
14 Feb — 21 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit All airports to Philadelphia are usually found in February or January, booked 68 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Detroit to Philadelphia

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Detroit (DTT) to Philadelphia (PHL). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

Round-trip from

C$ 193

One-way from

C$ 101

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

C$ 290

Good round-trip deal

C$ 286 or less
Delta
  • Delta
  • 6/2-8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 31m total
  • Detroit to Philadelphia
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Frontier
  • Frontier
  • 27/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 11m total
  • Detroit to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (C$ 7 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (C$ 9 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Detroit (DTT) to Philadelphia.
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Cheapest flights from Detroit to Philadelphia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Detroit to Philadelphia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 January 2026.

Fri 6/29:37 p.m.
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 36m
Delta
Mon 9/26:00 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Delta
Deal found 15/1C$ 193
Fri 23/18:00 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop12h 01m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 25/17:07 p.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 54m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/1C$ 199
Fri 6/27:05 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 45m
Delta
Wed 11/25:17 p.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Delta
Deal found 12/1C$ 207
Fri 23/17:14 p.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 38m
Frontier
Sun 25/17:07 p.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 54m
Frontier
Deal found 13/1C$ 218
Fri 6/27:05 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 45m
Delta
Sun 8/26:00 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Delta
Deal found 13/1C$ 221
Tue 21/44:02 p.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop5h 38m
JetBlue
Tue 28/48:25 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop6h 41m
JetBlue
Deal found 13/1C$ 227
Fri 30/19:37 p.m.
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 36m
Delta
Sun 1/26:00 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Delta
Deal found 14/1C$ 249
Fri 22/57:30 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop6h 48m
JetBlue
Tue 26/53:15 p.m.
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop7h 41m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/1C$ 264
Mon 16/34:09 p.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop6h 50m
Frontier
Wed 18/310:38 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop9h 41m
Frontier
Deal found 13/1C$ 270
Tue 27/17:05 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
Nonstop1h 45m
Delta
Sat 31/15:19 p.m.
PHL
-
DTW
Nonstop1h 55m
Delta
Deal found 13/1C$ 277
Thu 21/57:30 a.m.
DTW
-
PHL
1 stop6h 48m
JetBlue
Mon 25/510:00 a.m.
PHL
-
DTW
1 stop7h 30m
JetBlue
Deal found 14/1C$ 285

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Detroit to Philadelphia that are best for you.

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Detroit

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/2

7:05 a.m.-8:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Philadelphia

Wed 11/2

5:17 p.m.-7:12 p.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

C$ 207

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 6/2

7:05 a.m.-8:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 45m

Philadelphia

Sun 8/2

6:00 a.m.-7:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

C$ 221

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Tue 21/4

4:02 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop5h 38m

Philadelphia

Tue 28/4

8:25 a.m.-3:06 p.m.

1 stop6h 41m

C$ 227

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 28/1

10:00 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

Philadelphia

Sat 31/1

12:23 p.m.-2:09 p.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

C$ 249

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 30/1

9:37 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

Philadelphia

Sun 1/2

6:00 a.m.-7:55 a.m.

Nonstop1h 55m

C$ 277

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 2/5

3:37 p.m.-9:40 p.m.

1 stop6h 03m

Philadelphia

Tue 5/5

8:25 a.m.-3:06 p.m.

1 stop6h 41m

C$ 345

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 21/2

9:37 p.m.-11:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

Philadelphia

Wed 25/2

9:41 a.m.-11:27 a.m.

Nonstop1h 46m

C$ 371

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 18/3

7:09 a.m.-8:50 a.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

Philadelphia

Sat 21/3

12:26 p.m.-2:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 47m

C$ 371

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 7/3

3:05 p.m.-4:37 p.m.

Nonstop1h 32m

Philadelphia

Tue 10/3

12:26 p.m.-2:13 p.m.

Nonstop1h 47m

C$ 371

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 21/2

10:00 a.m.-11:43 a.m.

Nonstop1h 43m

Philadelphia

Tue 24/2

5:25 p.m.-7:17 p.m.

Nonstop1h 52m

C$ 371

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Best time to book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Detroit to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Detroit to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

Booking 68 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Detroit to Philadelphia. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia (average of C$ 61). Flying from Detroit to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 111). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DTT to PHL?

Find hourly flight availability from Detroit to Philadelphia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

When flying from Detroit to Philadelphia, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 83% versus a flight at noon.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2026.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at noon flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Detroit to Philadelphia

Explore weekly flight availability from Detroit to Philadelphia. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 15 January 2026.

The most flights from DTT to PHL are scheduled on a Wednesday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (10 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit to Philadelphia?

What’s the top layover airport for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Share of one-stop round-trip flights from Detroit to Philadelphia chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 33% of one-stop itineraries from Detroit to Philadelphia on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest layover airport for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Average round-trip fare for 1-stop flights from Detroit to Philadelphia, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same layover each way.

Atlanta (ATL) is the most affordable 1-stop option, with an average round-trip price of C$ 207.

What’s the fastest layover option from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Shortest average travel time for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Philadelphia, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by layover airport.

Flights via Chicago (ORD) have the shortest average one-way travel time for 1-stop routes: 4h 48m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest layover for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Average layover duration for 1-stop one-way flights from Detroit to Philadelphia, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Fort Lauderdale (FLL) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average layover time of 0h 51m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Philadelphia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Philadelphia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Philadelphia. Reviews last updated 15 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Spirit Airlines from Detroit to Philadelphia. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,322 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

4.9

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Overall

6.3

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jose F,Dec 2025

SAT - MCO

5 hours delay, Flight change, no empathy from people at the counter
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,322 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,322 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

4.9

Food

5.1

Comfort

5.9

Boarding

6.6

Overall

6.3

Crew

7.0

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jose F,Dec 2025

SAT - MCO

5 hours delay, Flight change, no empathy from people at the counter

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Booking a flight from Detroit All airports (DTT) to Philadelphia (PHL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia. On a typical day, there are 17 flights from All airports to Philadelphia, all of which are around 1h 35m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 1 airline when you book a flight from All airports to Philadelphia.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Airlines like Delta and JetBlue fly from Detroit to Philadelphia in about 1h 45m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 53m. Airlines will cover a distance of 727 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Spirit Airlines (C$ 75), offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit to Philadelphia. Spirit Airlines is priced at 79% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Detroit to Philadelphia on time: Piedmont Airlines (100%), Republic Airways (100%), Spirit Airlines (82%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Detroit to Philadelphia? While on average our users pay C$ 1,773, our data indicates the cheapest price to be C$ 167. The most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Philadelphia), is priced around C$ 221.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Detroit to Philadelphia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Detroit to Philadelphia flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Detroit to Philadelphia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Detroit to Philadelphia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit to Philadelphia (average of C$ 61). Flying from Detroit to Philadelphia in December is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 111). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top airline flying from Detroit to Philadelphia

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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 75AverageC$ 205FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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