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Cheapest round-trip
$214
Typical prices: $310-$477
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Tue 10/9Fri 10/12
DTW - PNS • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way
$90
Typical prices: $180-$298
Multiple Airlines
Tue 9/25
DTW - PNS • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Not available
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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When to book
24 weeks
in advance
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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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 21% price drop
March
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Tampa (TPA)
Cheapest • Avg $289 (round-trip)
Nashville Intl (BNA)
Shortest trip • 4h 33m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Pensacola (DTW-PNS)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Pensacola

Fri, Oct 9 - Mon, Oct 12
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6:51 pm - 9:50 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
15h 59m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
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8:06 pm - 11:39 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
14h 33m1 stop Orlando
$214Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 14 - Wed, Oct 21
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4:29 pm - 8:55 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
17h 26m1 stop Fort Lauderdale
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10:30 am - 5:50 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 20m1 stop Raleigh-Durham
$219Multiple Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 14
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5:39 pm - 1:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
20h 35m1 stop Orlando
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2:11 pm - 11:35 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
20h 24m1 stop Orlando
$226Frontier
Sat, Sep 19 - Mon, Sep 28
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7:08 am - 2:31 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
8h 23m1 stop Denver Intl
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3:26 pm - 12:06 amPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 40m1 stop Denver Intl
$226Frontier
Wed, Sep 30 - Mon, Oct 5
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6:00 am - 9:30 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
4h 30m1 stop Nashville Intl
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6:05 pm - 11:00 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 55m1 stop Nashville Intl
$325Southwest
Tue, Sep 15 - Tue, Sep 22
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6:00 am - 9:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
4h 25m1 stop Nashville Intl
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4:20 pm - 9:35 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 15m1 stop Nashville Intl
$325Southwest
Thu, Dec 10 - Tue, Dec 15
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4:43 pm - 10:06 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
6h 23m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:00 pm - 11:44 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 44m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$325United Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Mon, Nov 16
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10:49 am - 8:04 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
10h 15m2 stops Chicago O'Hare Intl Houston George Bush Intcntl
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3:10 pm - 10:27 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 17m1 stop Houston George Bush Intcntl
$330United Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Tue, Oct 13
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7:55 pm - 11:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
4h 54m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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3:40 pm - 11:37 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 57m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Mon, Oct 26
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6:10 am - 10:11 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PNS Pensacola
5h 01m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
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7:10 am - 1:06 pmPNS  Pensacola-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 56m1 stop Charlotte Douglas
$369American Airlines
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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 from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola with more confidence.

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

Monday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola, it is 5% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 19% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is 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.
  • March ($469) and December ($458) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 56% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices 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.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights

Low season

August

Cheapest flight

$90
Most popular time to fly with an average 25% increase in price.
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 route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola flights?

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

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

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

  • What airlines are available from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    Only Delta operates flights between Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and Pensacola.

  • 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 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 and a checked bag in First Class

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

  • 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
    • Premium Economy Class

  • 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 $447 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 $35–$70 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 Boeing 717-200 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A318/A319/A320/A321 variants.

  • 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) - 33% of one-stop connections
    • Nashville Intl (BNA) - 24% of one-stop connections
    • Charlotte Douglas (CLT) - 22% of one-stop connections
    • Fort Lauderdale (FLL) - 9% of one-stop connections

    Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson (ATL) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

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

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 21% on the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola route. Monday is the cheapest departure day at $358 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $448, a difference of $90. 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 long is a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola takes 2h 16m, covering 838 miles.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pensacola?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 10:49 am and lands at 1:05 pm
    • Latest: departs at 10:49 am and lands at 1:05 pm.

    The flight takes about 2h 16m.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 25% above the route average of $376. Book 24 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • 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.

  • 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 $214 to $970. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • 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 $157, which is 37% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 57m via Charlotte Douglas (CLT).

  • 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.

  • 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

  • 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 $310 to $477, with an average of $376 over the past 12 months. Anything below $310 counts as a good deal.

  • 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.

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 can be flexible, aim for a Monday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Monday flights average $358 - about $90 less than Sunday (20% 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 $170 less than the most expensive month, which is March (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 $158 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.
    - Hampton Inn Pensacola-Airport (Cordova Mall Area)
    - Hilton Garden Inn Pensacola Airport - Medical Center
    - Staybridge Suites Pensacola Airport by IHG

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Pensacola

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Pensacola to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Everything you need to know for your flight from Detroit to Pensacola

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Detroit (DTW)
Pensacola (PNS)