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These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

• Earliest: departs at 6:46 am and lands at 8:16 am
• Latest: departs at 11:55 pm and lands at 1:25 am.

The flight takes about 1h 30m.

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:

• Economy Class
• Business Class
• First Class

A nonstop flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 1h 30m, covering 221 miles.

No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

Round-trip flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $252 to $530, with an average of $386 over the past 12 months. Anything below $252 counts as a good deal.

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 41% above the $386 route average. Book 16 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $170 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $391 for nonstop.

Delta is slightly above the route average for timely arrivals, while Southwest has a lower on-time arrival rate. On-time arrival rates on Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights are:

• Delta: 84% on time
• Southwest: 84% on time
• United Airlines: 82% on time

Overall, flights on this route are punctual 83% of the time on average.

There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

Morning is the busiest departure period on Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights, with 37% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 31%, afternoon flights for 28%, and night flights for 4%.

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $253 to $1,052. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

Two airlines offer in-flight Wi-Fi on Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

• Delta
• American Airlines

Pricing varies by airline and fare class. Some plans are included with the ticket or loyalty program; others are paid add-ons priced by flight length.

One-way fares from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $103, which is 54% below the typical average for this route.

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $31 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Hertz
• Dollar
• Budget
• Thrifty
• Alamo

Flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport may depart from several airports in Chicago area, including Chicago Midway (MDW), Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) and Chicago Greater Rockford (RFD). Flights usually arrive at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW).

Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport route, 17% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 01m.

One-stop flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport most commonly connect through:

• Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 50% of one-stop connections
• Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 43% of one-stop connections
• Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW) - 7% of one-stop connections

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 37% on flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $301 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $471, a difference of $170.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

4 airlines operate flights between Chicago and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

• Delta
• United Airlines
• American Airlines
• Southwest

Flying via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 49m, compared with 7h 22m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 8h 44m via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW).

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern Time vs Central Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Some of the most popular sights in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are Greektown Casino, Ford Field and Little Caesars Arena. These are among the most viewed places in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport on KAYAK.

Among airlines operating Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights:

• United Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Delta: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• American Airlines: offers extra legroom; offers free seat selection
• Southwest: offers free seat selection

Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

• United Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• Delta: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
• American Airlines: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

When you are at DTW after a tiring trip, you can wait for your pickup while sitting at the open area in the international terminal. While at this location, you can make use of the airport's free WiFi, which will help you access social media or music sites.

There are a few ways to get from Detroit Metro Airport (DTW) to downtown Detroit; you can either take a taxi or private transfer at Evans Terminal, which would take around 25 minutes, or you could take the SMART Bus, which would take approximately 45 minutes.

There are several parking options available at Chicago’s O'Hare International Airport (ORD), including valet, hourly, daily parking, and long-term/economy parking. All parking areas have accessible parking.

If you're looking for a more accessible airport experience, Chicago’s O’ Hare International Airport (ORD) and Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW) have upped their standards for ground assistance of disabled persons and those with reduced mobility. Services include a courtesy wheelchair with designated spaces and support bars, strap handles to get you to the plane, and a Provider of Assistance Services. Plus, moving walkways are available to help passengers travel more efficiently through terminals.