How many flights depart from Michigan to Chicago on average per week?

328 flights are operational weekly from Michigan to Chicago as of September 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Tue, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

How many flights depart from Michigan to Chicago on average per day?

The number of flights available between Michigan and Chicago is 46 per day as of September 2025. The most frequent departure time is 16:00, with 50% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Michigan to Chicago?

United Airlines, Southwest, and Delta are the most popular carriers operating from Michigan to Chicago

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Chicago?

Prices for flights from Michigan to Chicago are updated daily.

How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Chicago?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Chicago.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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07:00 - 07:27DTW-ORD

1h 27mdirect

20:01 - 22:28ORD-DTW

1h 27mdirect

£72United Airlines

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Tue, 23 Sep - Thu, 2 Oct

07:45 - 08:05DTW-ORD

1h 20mdirect

13:22 - 15:46ORD-DTW

1h 24mdirect

£86Delta

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05:50 - 11:50DTW-ORD

7h 00m1 stop

13:30 - 22:15ORD-DTW

7h 45m1 stop

£90Southwest

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06:40 - 16:25DTW-ORD

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13:50 - 00:05ORD-DTW

9h 15m1 stop

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16:58 - 23:39DTW-ORD

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10:51 - 00:59ORD-DTW

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1h 27mdirect

13:00 - 15:33ORD-DTW

1h 33mdirect

£109United Airlines

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05:30 - 05:57DTW-ORD

1h 27mdirect

09:20 - 15:19ORD-DTW

4h 59m1 stop

£136American Airlines

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05:30 - 05:57DTW-ORD

1h 27mdirect

15:07 - 17:34ORD-DTW

1h 27mdirect

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21:05 - 20:29DTW-ORD

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21:00 - 08:45ORD-DTW

10h 45m1 stop

£163Spirit Airlines

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19:41 - 15:53ORD-DTW

19h 12m2 stops

£177Spirit Airlines

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American Airlines flights from Michigan to Chicago

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American Airlines

27 Oct

DTW05:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 27m

ORD05:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

29 Oct

ORD09:20Chicago O'Hare Intl

4h 59m

1 stop

DTW15:19Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

£136

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American Airlines

17 Oct

DTW05:30Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 27m

ORD05:57Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Oct

ORD15:07Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 27m

DTW17:34Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

£146

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American Airlines

8 Sept

DTW06:48Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

1h 33m

ORD07:21Chicago O'Hare Intl

10 Sept

ORD09:23Chicago O'Hare Intl

1h 31m

DTW11:54Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

£279

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17 Oct

DTW21:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 24m

2 stops

ORD20:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Oct

ORD21:00Chicago O'Hare Intl

10h 45m

1 stop

DTW08:45Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

£163

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Spirit Airlines

17 Oct

DTW21:05Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

24h 24m

2 stops

ORD20:29Chicago O'Hare Intl

24 Oct

ORD19:41Chicago O'Hare Intl

19h 12m

2 stops

DTW15:53Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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8 Sept

DTW07:20Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

16h 28m

2 stops

ORD22:48Chicago O'Hare Intl

10 Sept

ORD06:30Chicago O'Hare Intl

24h 19m

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DTW07:49Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

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Tue 23/9

07:00-07:27

Nonstop1h 27m

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Thu 2/10

20:01-22:28

Nonstop1h 27m

£72

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DTW - ORD

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Wed 24/9

07:45-08:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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13:22-15:46

Nonstop1h 24m

£86

DetroitChicago

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Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Wed 1/10

05:50-11:50

1 stop7h 00m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sat 4/10

13:30-22:15

1 stop7h 45m

£90

DetroitChicago

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DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Sat 11/10

06:40-16:25

1 stop10h 45m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

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13:50-00:05

1 stop9h 15m

£95

DetroitChicago

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DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/10

16:58-23:39

1 stop7h 41m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

10:51-00:59

1 stop13h 08m

£107

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Thu 25/9

09:15-09:42

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 28/9

13:00-15:33

Nonstop1h 33m

£109

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

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Mon 27/10

05:30-05:57

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Wed 29/10

09:20-15:19

1 stop4h 59m

£136

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/10

05:30-05:57

Nonstop1h 27m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

15:07-17:34

Nonstop1h 27m

£146

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/10

21:05-20:29

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

21:00-08:45

1 stop10h 45m

£163

DetroitChicago

DTW - ORD

DTWORD

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County

Fri 17/10

21:05-20:29

2 stops24h 24m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Fri 24/10

19:41-15:53

2 stops19h 12m

£177

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Chicago?

The cheapest month to fly to Chicago from Michigan is in October. Flight prices, which tend to average around £78, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of October, then book flights to Chicago from Michigan during September instead. Flights to Chicago in September, while not as cheap as those in October, still average around £83.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Chicago is on a Wednesday when prices can be found for as low as £198. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Chicago is Monday, with ticket prices averaging around £1,065.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Chicago?

Flying to Chicago from Michigan in the morning is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as £285 when looking at flights departing in the morning. Flights at midday are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of £816.

What is the cheapest Michigan to Chicago flight route?

Fly from Grand Rapids Gerald R. Ford Intl to Chicago Midway for the best Michigan - Chicago flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to Chicago?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Chicago from Michigan when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Chicago for around £169 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Chicago from Michigan for as low as £99 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Michigan to Chicago flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Michigan to Chicago flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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Best price found	£81
Fastest flight time	1h 19m
Direct flights	Every day
Airports in Chicago	1 airport

The best one-way flight to Chicago from Michigan in the past 72 hours is £81. The best return flight deal from Michigan to Chicago found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £788.

The fastest flight from Michigan to Chicago takes 1h 19m

Direct flights go from Michigan to Chicago every day.

There is 1 airport near Chicago: Chicago O'Hare Intl (ORD)

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Michigan to Chicago?
Prices for flights from Michigan to Chicago are updated daily.
How old do you have to be to fly from Michigan to Chicago?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Michigan to Chicago.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Chicago?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to Chicago may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's license and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at Chicago. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Michigan to Chicago?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Michigan to Chicago is Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 (10.75% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Airbus A320-100/200 (9.88%), Boeing 737-900 (8.48%), and Airbus A319 (8.28%).

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Michigan to Chicago?

It is quick and easy to find Michigan to Chicago flights on momondo. We search and return numerous flight options from various airlines and agents. You can then use our filters to narrow your search until you have found the most convenient flight to Chicago that suits you.

Can I find flights from Michigan to Chicago with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Yes. momondo allows you to filter the results for Michigan to Chicago flights to just show those with flexible booking policies.

How can momondo help me find flights from Michigan to Chicago?

momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Chicago from Michigan. Filter by price, airline, airports, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Michigan to Chicago right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are simply researching potential flights to Chicago, momondo offers a useful price alert feature which will track prices for flights to Chicago from Michigan and alert you when they change.