Cheap flights from Detroit to Phoenix

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Cheapest round-trip flights $99
Spirit Nonstop 5 hr Mon, Jan 5 — Tue, Jan 13
The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Phoenix is currently $99
Cheapest one-way flight $34
Frontier Nonstop 5 hr Wed, Jan 7
The cheapest one-way flight from Detroit to Phoenix is currently $34
Last-minute weekend getaway $221
Frontier 1 stop 17 hr Sat, Oct 25 — Sun, Oct 26
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Detroit to Phoenix is currently $221
Cheapest business class flights $684
American Nonstop 5 hr Sat, Dec 6 — Fri, Dec 12
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Detroit to Phoenix is currently $684
Fastest flight 4 hr 13 min The fastest nonstop flight from Detroit to Phoenix takes 4 hr 13 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Phoenix is typically September. The most expensive month to fly is typically May.
September
Cheapest
Typical prices: $100–185
May
Most expensive
Typical prices: $165–260

Popular airlines from Detroit to Phoenix

  • Delta
    Nonstop
    from $217
    Typical price: $245–620
    29 weekly nonstop flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
    338 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
  • American
    Nonstop
    from $209
    Typical price: $245–570
    13 weekly nonstop flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
    400 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
  • Southwest
    from $199
    Typical price: $275–580
    274 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
  • United
    from $251
    Typical price: $285–580
    234 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
  • Frontier
    Nonstop
    from $143
    Typical price: $130–290
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    DTW - PHX Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
    17 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every day
  • Spirit
    Nonstop
    from $130
    Typical price: $145–355
    4 weekly nonstop flights
    DTW - PHX Every Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
    8 weekly connecting flights
    DTW - PHX Every Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun

Popular airports near Detroit

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
    Detroit United States 27 min 17 mi
  • Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
    Toronto Canada 3 hr 29 min 196 mi
  • Windsor International Airport (YQG)
    Windsor Canada 25 min 6 mi
  • Cleveland Hopkins International Airport (CLE)
    Cleveland United States 2 hr 24 min 88 mi

Popular airports near Phoenix

  • Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
    Phoenix United States 12 min 3 mi
  • Mesa Gateway Airport (AZA)
    Phoenix United States 41 min 25 mi
  • Tucson International Airport (TUS)
    Tucson United States 1 hr 53 min 112 mi
  • Scottsdale Airport (SCF)
    Phoenix United States 31 min 15 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Detroit to Phoenix

When are the cheapest days to fly from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest flights from Detroit to Phoenix are usually in September. Typical ticket prices in September range from $100 to $185.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Spirit from $99. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $34.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $217, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest American flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $209, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $199, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $251, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $143, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 8.
  • The cheapest Spirit flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $130, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 7.
What are the cheapest flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Phoenix starts at $99 from Mon, Jan 5 to Tue, Jan 13. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $34 and departs on Wed, Jan 7.
How long does it take to fly from Detroit to Phoenix?
4 hr 13 min is the shortest flight time from Detroit to Phoenix.
When should you fly to Phoenix, United States?
Most visitors arrive Dec–May, when the weather is warm and dry. Summers (May–Sep) are very hot. Local events include the Phoenix Open professional golf tournament (late Jan–early Feb), the Arizona State Fair (Oct) and the Arizona National Livestock Show (Dec).
How do I find cheap dates to fly from Detroit to Phoenix?
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Detroit to Phoenix.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What is the best airline to fly from Detroit to Phoenix?
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Detroit to Phoenix really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Detroit to Phoenix.

In terms of nonstop flights, Delta is the most popular. Delta offers 29 nonstop flights and 338 connecting flights per week. Delta flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .

In terms of flights, American is the most popular. American offers 13 nonstop flights and 400 connecting flights per week. American flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .

Other popular airlines flying from Detroit to Phoenix are:
  • Southwest offers 274 connecting flights per week. Southwest flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • United offers 234 connecting flights per week. United flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Frontier offers 4 nonstop flights and 17 connecting flights per week. Frontier flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
  • Spirit offers 4 nonstop flights and 8 connecting flights per week. Spirit flies from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Detroit and Phoenix.
Which airlines provide the cheapest flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest round-trip flight from Detroit to Phoenix recently found on Google Flights was with Spirit from $99. The cheapest one-way flight was with Frontier from $34.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest Delta flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $217, flying from Dec 6 to Dec 13.
  • The cheapest American flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $209, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest Southwest flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $199, flying from Jan 10 to Jan 17.
  • The cheapest United flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $251, flying from Jan 8 to Jan 14.
  • The cheapest Frontier flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $143, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 8.
  • The cheapest Spirit flight from Detroit to Phoenix is $130, flying from Jan 1 to Jan 7.
Which airlines have direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
Delta, American, Frontier and Spirit fly direct from Detroit to Phoenix.
  • There are 29 Delta direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 American direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Frontier direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 4 Spirit direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Detroit and Phoenix at price $221 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 25 to Sun, Oct 26.
Which airlines have direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
Delta, American, Frontier and Spirit fly direct from Detroit to Phoenix.
  • There are 29 Delta direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 13 American direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 4 Frontier direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
  • There are 4 Spirit direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix per week. Flights are available on Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
When are direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix available?
There are direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix on a daily basis.
What are the cheapest direct flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Detroit and Phoenix start at $99 from Mon, Jan 5 to Tue, Jan 13 with Spirit.
How can I find nonstop flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Detroit to Phoenix, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
What are the cheapest business class flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Detroit and Phoenix start at $684 from Sat, Dec 6 to Fri, Dec 12 with American.
What are the cheapest economy class flights from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Detroit and Phoenix start at $99 from Mon, Jan 5 to Tue, Jan 13.
How can I book business class trips from Detroit to Phoenix?
To book business class trips from Detroit to Phoenix, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
Are there any last-minute deals from Detroit to Phoenix next weekend?
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Detroit and Phoenix starts at $221 from Sat, Oct 25 to Sun, Oct 26 with Frontier.
Which airline provides the cheapest last-minute getaway flight from Detroit to Phoenix?
The cheapest last-minute deal between Detroit and Phoenix at price $221 is offered by Frontier from Sat, Oct 25 to Sun, Oct 26.
How can I find last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Phoenix?
To find last-minute flight deals from Detroit to Phoenix, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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