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Cheapest round-trip
$219
Typical prices: $259-$442
Delta
Tue 12/4Wed 12/5
DTW - PIT • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$127
Typical prices: $228-$377
Multiple Airlines
Mon 1/22
DTW - PIT • 1 stop
Nonstop flights
Every day
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 1h 15m
Direct flights
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 30% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top layover airports
Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)
Cheapest • Avg $308 (round-trip)
Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD)
Shortest trip • 3h 45m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh (DTW-PIT)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Detroit to Pittsburgh

Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
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2:00 pm - 3:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 13mnonstop
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12:15 pm - 1:30 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 15mnonstop
$219Delta
Fri, Dec 4 - Sat, Dec 5
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7:50 pm - 11:30 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
3h 40m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
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8:45 am - 3:11 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$234United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
Delta Logo
9:55 pm - 11:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 18mnonstop
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6:05 am - 7:22 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 17mnonstop
$239Delta
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
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2:00 pm - 3:13 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
1h 13mnonstop
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5:41 pm - 6:55 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
1h 14mnonstop
$239Delta
Sat, Dec 5 - Mon, Dec 7
United Airlines Logo
4:08 pm - 8:49 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
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6:10 am - 10:03 amPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
3h 53m1 stop Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl
$239United Airlines
Fri, Jan 22 - Sun, Jan 24
American Airlines Logo
5:03 pm - 9:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 11m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
8:03 am - 12:44 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 41m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$259American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 9:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 35m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
5:32 pm - 9:55 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
4h 23m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$259American Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Mon, Dec 21
American Airlines Logo
4:34 pm - 9:00 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
4h 26m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 9:31 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
5h 06m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$259American Airlines
Thu, Nov 26 - Wed, Dec 30
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 9:56 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
27h 56m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
4:25 pm - 11:53 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
7h 28m1 stop Chicago O'Hare Intl
$260American Airlines
Tue, Dec 1 - Tue, Dec 8
American Airlines Logo
6:00 am - 1:14 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PIT Pittsburgh
7h 14m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
American Airlines Logo
1:33 pm - 9:55 pmPIT  Pittsburgh-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 22m1 stop Washington, D.C. Reagan-National
$261American Airlines
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Price, demand and travel trends for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh?

Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh typically range from $259 to $442. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $219, on Delta.

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

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 Pittsburgh. It’s 18% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 48% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh at $219 round-trip.
•June ($459) and May ($429) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 109% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Expert advice for your flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
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Ramsey Qubein

Ramsey Qubein

Expert on DTW

An avid traveler and aviation expert who has visited 173 countries, all 50 states and seven continents, Ramsey Qubein flies nearly 400,000 miles a year. As a North Carolina-based freelance journalist for publications including Conde Nast Traveler, Forbes, USA Today and Bloomberg among others, he explores the latest trends in aviation, hospitality, cruises and business.

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Matt Meltzer

Matt Meltzer

Expert on PIT

Matt Meltzer has been a travel writer for over a decade, covering U.S. domestic locations and hotels for Thrillist, Fifty Grande, Matador Network, Conde Nast Traveler, and other top publications. He's won multiple travel journalism awards from the Society of American Travel Writers and North American Travel Journalists Association, and currently resides in South Florida.

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Key details for Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

$127
Beat the crowds with an average 12% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 11% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh

When to book flights from Detroit to Pittsburgh

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Detroit to Pittsburgh based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh flight questions, answered

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

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

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

    • Earliest: departs at 8:25 am and lands at 9:40 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:50 pm and lands at 12:05 am.

    The flight takes about 1h 15m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh takes 1h 15m, covering 200 miles.

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

    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 Pittsburgh flight?

    Round-trip flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh range from $259 to $442, with an average of $315 over the past 12 months. Anything below $259 counts as a good deal.

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

    On this route, nonstop and layover fares are close on average, with nonstop at $312 round-trip and layover options via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) at $308.

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

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $35–$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 Pittsburgh?

    The Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta. Other aircraft seen on the route include Embraer 175 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh spread across the day?

    Morning is the busiest departure period on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh flights, with 34% of flights leaving in that window. Afternoon departures account for 33%, night flights for 33%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh 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 $219 to $962. That means the highest observed fare was about 4x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

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

    One-way fares from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $140, which is 59% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Pittsburgh Airport (PIT)?

    Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $77 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Dollar
    • Hertz
    • Sixt
    • Budget
    • Alamo

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

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

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

    Connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh most commonly pass through:

    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 67% of one-stop connections
    • Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) - 33% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 45% on flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $259 round-trip on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at $467, a difference of $208.

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

  • What airlines fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh?

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

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

    Flying via Washington, D.C. Dulles Intl (IAD) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 3h 45m, compared with 4h 18m via Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD).

  • What popular places can I visit in Pittsburgh?

    Some of the most popular sights in Pittsburgh are PNC Ballpark, PPG Paints Arena and David L Lawrence Convention Center. These are among the most viewed places in Pittsburgh on KAYAK.

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

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

    • Delta: offers free seat selection

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

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh 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 always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh 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 Tuesday. On this route, Thursday flights average $259, about $208 less than Tuesday fares (45% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh trip for October. Fares historically average $219 round-trip in that month - typically $240 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chicago O'Hare Intl Airport (ORD) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $308 round-trip on this route - about $4 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 Pittsburgh Airport.

    • Hyatt Regency Pittsburgh International Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Detroit to Pittsburgh?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Pittsburgh Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Pittsburgh

Monday

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Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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Direct returns

Pittsburgh to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Monday

Delta

Delta

Tuesday

Delta

Delta

Wednesday

Delta

Delta

Thursday

Delta

Delta

Friday

Delta

Delta

Saturday

Delta

Delta

Sunday

Delta

Delta

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