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Cheap flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia from C$ 111

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 15/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DTW — PHL
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Philadelphia are usually found in January or December, booked 56 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday 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 (DTW) 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 11 September 2025.

Round-trip from

C$ 184

One-way from

C$ 111

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 224

Good round-trip deal

C$ 164 or less

Good one-way deal

C$ 677 or less
Spirit Airlines
  • Spirit Airlines
  • 9/10-12/10
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 21m total
  • Detroit to Philadelphia
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Southwest
  • Southwest
  • 10/12
  • 1 total stop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Detroit to Philadelphia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 16% potential increase in price (C$ 80 potential increase over avg. RT price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease (C$ 19 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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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 11 September 2025.

Thu 9/102:20 p.m.DTW - PHL
Nonstop1h 34mSpirit Airlines
Sun 12/106:19 a.m.PHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 47mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 184
Fri 7/115:14 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop11h 35mFrontier
Sun 9/116:00 a.m.PHL - DTW
1 stop5h 29mFrontier
Deal found 11/9C$ 200
Thu 13/116:11 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop6h 08mFrontier
Sat 15/115:50 a.m.PHL - DTW
1 stop11h 36mFrontier
Deal found 10/9C$ 211
Fri 7/115:14 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop11h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/111:31 p.m.PHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 11/9C$ 218
Fri 14/116:07 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop6h 47mMultiple Airlines
Sun 16/111:31 p.m.PHL - DTW
Nonstop1h 49mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 220
Thu 18/92:53 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop9h 06mSpirit Airlines
Sat 20/98:43 p.m.PHL - DTW
1 stop11h 57mSpirit Airlines
Deal found 10/9C$ 223
Thu 9/101:24 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop11h 49mFrontier
Sun 12/106:15 a.m.PHL - DTW
1 stop6h 19mFrontier
Deal found 11/9C$ 233
Tue 23/92:52 p.m.DTW - PHL
1 stop22h 58mFrontier
Thu 25/96:15 a.m.PHL - DTW
1 stop6h 21mFrontier
Deal found 11/9C$ 255

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

Fly from

Detroit

Fly to

Philadelphia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/11

5:14 p.m.-4:49 a.m.

1 stop11h 35m

Philadelphia

Sun 9/11

6:00 a.m.-11:29 a.m.

1 stop5h 29m

C$ 200

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 5/12

9:29 p.m.-11:09 p.m.

Nonstop1h 40m

Philadelphia

Tue 9/12

6:00 a.m.-7:54 a.m.

Nonstop1h 54m

C$ 276

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 13/11

10:00 a.m.-11:37 a.m.

Nonstop1h 37m

Philadelphia

Sat 15/11

5:58 p.m.-8:02 p.m.

Nonstop2h 04m

C$ 276

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 30/10

7:05 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

Philadelphia

Tue 11/11

6:00 a.m.-8:02 a.m.

Nonstop2h 02m

C$ 276

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/10

9:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/11

5:20 p.m.-7:04 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 276

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 30/10

9:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Philadelphia

Sat 8/11

5:20 p.m.-7:04 p.m.

Nonstop1h 44m

C$ 276

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 18/10

7:05 a.m.-12:50 p.m.

1 stop5h 45m

Philadelphia

Sat 18/10

5:10 p.m.-9:30 p.m.

1 stop4h 20m

C$ 288

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 30/10

7:05 a.m.-8:41 a.m.

Nonstop1h 36m

Philadelphia

Mon 10/11

8:14 p.m.-10:04 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 331

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 31/10

9:30 p.m.-11:05 p.m.

Nonstop1h 35m

Philadelphia

Mon 10/11

8:14 p.m.-10:04 p.m.

Nonstop1h 50m

C$ 331

DetroitPhiladelphia

DTW - PHL

DTWPHL

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 7/11

6:10 a.m.-7:51 a.m.

Nonstop1h 41m

Philadelphia

Sun 9/11

1:35 p.m.-3:26 p.m.

Nonstop1h 51m

C$ 364

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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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia

How far ahead should I book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 29 August 2025.

The best time to book flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia is 56 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia (average of C$ 388). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 418). 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 DTW 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 11 September 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 74% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Detroit to Philadelphia. Price data was last updated on 7 September 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia flight should consider departing on Monday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

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 11 September 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia, such as Spirit Airlines and Frontier. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
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Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sep 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sep 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.
Frontier
5.8
Fair
3,177 reviews
Spirit Airlines
6.3
Okay
8,023 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

6.6

Crew

7.0

Entertainment

5.0

Overall

6.3

Comfort

5.9

Food

5.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Rebecca,Sep 2025

DTW - LAX

At least one free drink and snack. Plugs for charging on long flights and wider seats.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Detroit to Philadelphia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    Booking a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) to Philadelphia (PHL) is your only option if you wish to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia. On a typical day, there are 23 flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Philadelphia, all of which are around 1h 34m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Philadelphia.

  • How long is the flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

    For as low as C$ 276, Frontier can have you in Philadelphia from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in 1h 40m. The distance between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Philadelphia is about 727 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia round-trip?

    According to our current data, Frontier (C$ 52), and Spirit Airlines (C$ 74) offers the cheapest pricing from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia. Users have found that Frontier is 82% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

    Consider LATAM Airlines (100%), Frontier (94%) or Aeromexico (85%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for C$ 121. While the most popular route (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County - Philadelphia) can be booked for C$ 206 on average, our data indicates C$ 754 when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia.

  • 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 Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia (average of C$ 388). Flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Philadelphia in September is currently the most expensive (average of C$ 418). 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 2 airlines flying from Detroit to Philadelphia

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FrontierCheapestC$ 52AverageC$ 123FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time62%
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Spirit AirlinesCheapestC$ 74AverageC$ 154FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
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