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Cheapest round-trip
$485
Typical prices: $493-$695
Frontier
Mon 12/17Mon 12/31
PDX - DTW • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$589
Typical prices: $519-$764
Delta
Sun 12/16Mon 12/31
PDX - DTW • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with Delta. Average duration is 4h 13m
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When to book
in advance
Our data shows that travelers who book at least 14 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 13% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $399 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 6h 27m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Portland to Detroit (PDX-DTW)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Portland to Detroit

Thu, Dec 17 - Thu, Dec 31
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1:04 pm - 12:58 amPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 54m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:51 am - 12:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
7h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$485Frontier
Sun, Dec 13 - Sat, Jan 2
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1:58 pm - 8:48 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
27h 50m1 stop Denver Intl
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8:28 pm - 11:29 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
18h 01m1 stop Denver Intl
$485Frontier
Fri, Dec 18 - Sun, Dec 20
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6:05 am - 5:07 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 02m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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7:51 am - 12:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
7h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$485Multiple Airlines
Fri, Dec 18 - Wed, Dec 23
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11:59 pm - 12:58 amPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
21h 59m2 stops Minneapolis St Paul Denver Intl
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7:51 am - 12:09 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
31h 18m1 stop Denver Intl
$487Multiple Airlines
Wed, Dec 16 - Thu, Dec 31
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11:40 am - 10:45 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
8h 05m1 stop Denver Intl
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7:35 pm - 11:25 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
6h 50m1 stop Chicago Midway
$488Southwest
Wed, Nov 18 - Mon, Nov 23
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6:00 am - 3:30 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
6h 30m1 stop Chicago Midway
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1:30 pm - 9:50 pmDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
11h 20m2 stops Chicago Midway Las Vegas Harry Reid Intl
$489Southwest
Tue, Dec 1 - Fri, Dec 4
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9:27 pm - 5:20 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
16h 53m2 stops Los Angeles Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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6:18 pm - 9:25 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
18h 07m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Sacramento Intl
$490Alaska Airlines
Wed, Jan 13 - Wed, Jan 20
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2:32 pm - 4:32 pmPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
23h 00m2 stops Pasco Tri Cities Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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5:30 pm - 9:45 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
19h 15m2 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl San Diego
$494Alaska Airlines
Mon, Dec 14 - Sat, Jan 2
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2:15 pm - 6:30 amPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:40 am - 10:42 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
5h 02mnonstop
$526Delta
Mon, Dec 14 - Wed, Dec 30
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2:15 pm - 6:30 amPDX  Portland-DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County
13h 15m1 stop Seattle/Tacoma Intl
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8:40 am - 10:42 amDTW  Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County-PDX Portland
5h 02mnonstop
$526Delta
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Price, demand and travel trends for Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

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

Round-trip flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport typically range from $493 to $695. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $485, on Frontier.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. It’s 7% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 21% higher.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport at $495 round-trip.
•December ($628) and June ($626) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 26% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are cheapest 14 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Expert advice for your flight from Portland to Detroit

 
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Gabriel Leigh

Gabriel Leigh

Expert on PDX

Gabriel is a writer and video creator. As senior content producer for Flightradar24 and Monocle’s transport correspondent, he keeps a close eye on aviation in particular. He has also written travel articles for the likes of The New York Times. Born in New York but raised around the world, he now lives in Sweden. He’s been to 75 countries, flying 2.3 million miles on 113 airlines and through 234 airports in the process.

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.

Key details for Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$109
Beat the crowds with an average 62% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 34% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport

When to book flights from Portland to Detroit

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Your Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

    • Earliest: departs at 11:43 am and lands at 3:56 pm
    • Latest: departs at 11:20 pm and lands at 3:33 am.

    The flight takes about 4h 13m.

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

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

    • Economy Class
    • First Class

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

    A nonstop flight from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport takes 4h 13m, covering 1,946 miles.

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

    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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport range from $493 to $695, with an average of $566 over the past 12 months. Anything below $493 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 35% above the $566 route average. Book 14 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $399 round-trip via Dallas/Fort Worth (DFW), compared to $617 for nonstop.

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

    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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    The Airbus A321neo family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Delta and JetBlue. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-900 variants.

  • Have flight prices from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 $485 to $1,539. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

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

    • Delta
    • JetBlue

    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.

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

    One-way fares from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $218, which is 29% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)?

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $75 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Hertz
    • Dollar
    • Budget
    • Thrifty
    • Alamo

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

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

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

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

    • Seattle/Tacoma Intl (SEA) - 40% of one-stop connections
    • Denver Intl (DEN) - 38% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago Midway (MDW) - 11% of one-stop connections
    • Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD) - 6% of one-stop connections

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

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 24% on flights from Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $530 round-trip on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $689, a difference of $159.

    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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

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

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

    Flying via Minneapolis St Paul (MSP) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 6h 27m, compared with 6h 49m via Salt Lake City (SLC) and 6h 51m via Chicago Midway (MDW).

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

    Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is 3 hours ahead of Portland (Eastern Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    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.

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

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

    • Delta: offers extra legroom; 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 Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Economy Class
    • JetBlue: 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.

  • What are some of the best choices for transportation from the Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to downtown Detroit?

    One option that uses public transportation to make this trip is the Line 261 bus operated by Southeast Michigan SMART, which takes travelers to the downtown area in about 56 minutes. Travelers that would like to make this trip in a taxi should expect a trip time of about 27 minutes.

  • Where can I find the rental car companies at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    There are about eight rental car companies that operate at this airport. To access the companies after a flight, passengers should follow signage to ground transportation from the baggage claim area and then take one of the courtesy shuttles to the rental car campus that has a location on the northeast corner of the airport property along Lucas Drive. Passengers will find shuttle stops in the ground transportation centers in the McNamara Terminal parking garage as well as the Big Blue Deck at the Evans Terminal.

  • Where should I plan on meeting a rideshare vehicle at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    Rideshare vehicles pick up passengers in a designated area on Level One of the Big Blue Deck or in the McNamara Parking Garage on Level Four.

  • Are there any hotels that have a location close to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport?

    One of the best features of this airport is that it offers The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport, which has a location inside the McNamara terminal at the airport.

Your guide to booking Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport 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 Monday. On this route, Thursday flights average $530, about $159 less than Monday fares (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 14 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Portland to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport trip for February. Fares historically average $495 round-trip in that month - typically $133 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 Dallas/Fort Worth Airport (DFW) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $399 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 Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.

    • The Westin Detroit Metropolitan Airport
  • A terrific way that you can get from downtown Portland to Portland International Airport (PDX) without having to take your own car is to travel on the Portland TriMet MAX Red Line train, that can have passengers at the airport in around 33 minutes. Another option is to take the Central Oregon Breeze bus from Union Station in downtown to the airport in about 30 minutes.
  • Passengers that plan on driving their own car to Portland International Airport will find that the most convenient way to park at the airport is by utilizing the airport's valet service. The airport suggests that you check in online to let them know when you plan on arriving.
  • Passengers looking for something to do before their flight from the Portland International Airport should make their way to Concourse C and visit the Hollywood Theater. This theater offers a number of short films that tell stories specific to the Pacific Northwest.
  • If you are the type of passenger who gets a little bit nervous when flying, the Portland International Airport has a dog therapy program that is a group of 20 dogs and their handlers that travel the airport terminal buildings easing the stress of passengers.
  • If you are a passenger that will be traveling with a pet or a service animal through Portland International Airport, this airport has pet relief areas both before and after the security checkpoints. There is an outdoor pet relief area at the south end of the terminal on the lower level, and then there are relief areas past the security checkpoints on Concourse C next to the Alaska Lounge and also in Concourse D near Gate D5.

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Direct departures

Portland 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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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County to Portland

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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