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Cheapest round-trip
$228
Typical prices: $324-$494
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Sun 11/11Sun 11/18
DTW - PNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$116
Typical prices: $187-$307
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Fri 12/7
DTW - PNS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
There are currently no direct flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Pensacola. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 24 weeks in advance save around 32% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • Avg $289 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 4h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Pensacola (DTW-PNS)

 

Cheap flights from Detroit to Pensacola with top airlines, updated regularly. Compare round-trip, one-way, direct and last-minute deals.

Wed, Nov 11 - Wed, Nov 18
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4:29 pm - 9:00 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
17h 31m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:30 am - 5:59 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 29m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$228Multiple Airlines
Tue, Jan 19 - Tue, Jan 26
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7:55 pm - 6:01 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
23h 06m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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2:30 pm - 12:43 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 13m1 stop Tampa
$231Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 16 - Mon, Nov 23
Frontier Logo
9:47 am - 7:19 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
10h 32m1 stop Orlando
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6:30 pm - 10:32 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
15h 02m1 stop Orlando
$238Frontier
Wed, Nov 11 - Mon, Nov 16
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8:35 pm - 2:33 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
18h 58m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:14 pm - 11:40 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 26m1 stop Orlando
$241Frontier
Wed, Dec 9 - Tue, Dec 15
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5:55 am - 11:37 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
6h 42m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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2:35 pm - 9:31 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 56m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339American Airlines
Fri, Feb 5 - Mon, Feb 8
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6:30 pm - 10:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
5h 20m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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8:20 am - 3:50 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 30m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$339American Airlines
Sat, Nov 7 - Sat, Nov 14
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4:45 pm - 9:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
6h 05m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:22 pm - 10:22 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$339United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Mon, Jan 25
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6:15 am - 9:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
4h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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7:55 am - 3:55 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 00m2 stops Nashville Intl Chicago Midway
$344Southwest
Thu, Feb 4 - Fri, Feb 5
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6:15 am - 9:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
4h 40m1 stop Nashville Intl
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12:40 pm - 11:05 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
9h 25m2 stops Dallas Love Field Baltimore/Washington
$344Southwest
Tue, Feb 23 - Tue, Mar 2
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2:15 pm - 9:33 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
8h 18m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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2:18 pm - 10:26 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 08m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$344United Airlines

Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola. It’s 6% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola at $299 round-trip.
•December ($489) and March ($478) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 63% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola the cheapest?

Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola are cheapest 24 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 32% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights

Low season

December

Cheapest flight

$116
Beat the crowds with an average 46% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 90% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola

When to book flights from Detroit to Pensacola

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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola:

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

  • How long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola takes 00m, covering 838 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    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.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola range from $324 to $494, with an average of $387 over the past 12 months. Anything below $324 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 20% above the $387 route average. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $289 round-trip via Tampa (TPA), compared to $507 for nonstop.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $90–$90 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $228 to $1,067. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights?

    Delta is the only airline on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola route offering in-flight Wi-Fi. Pricing depends on fare class.

  • How are flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola looking right now?

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $171, which is 34% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pensacola Airport (PNS)?

    Pensacola Airport (PNS) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $23 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Budget
    • Ace
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    Flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola usually depart from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW) and arrive at Pensacola (PNS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola pass through?

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

    • Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) - 28% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 25% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 23% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 9% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 22% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $366 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $468, a difference of $102.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    Flying via Nashville Intl (BNA) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 4h 33m, compared with 4h 35m via Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) and 4h 56m via Washington, D.C. Reagan-National (DCA).

  • What is the time difference between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Pensacola?

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights?

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

    • Delta: a cabin bag in Economy Class class

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

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Thursday departure and avoid flying on Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $366, about $102 less than Sunday fares (22% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 24 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 32% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola trip for January. Fares historically average $299 round-trip in that month - typically $190 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Tampa Airport (TPA) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $289 round-trip on this route - about $218 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Pensacola Airport.

    • Hyatt Place Pensacola Airport
    • Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport - Medical Center
    • Staybridge Suites Pensacola Airport by IHG

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