Track Chicago to Detroit Flights
Get SMS alerts for ORD-DTW flights. Great Lakes shuttle between rival hubs.
Track This RouteOutbound
1 hour 10 minutes
Return
1 hour 15 minutes
Daily Flights
10+
Airlines
4
Timezone note
Detroit is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern vs Central Time).
About this route
Chicago to Detroit flights
Chicago to Detroit connects two Great Lakes hubs separated by just 235 miles. United and Delta each defend their home bases on this corridor, creating robust competition that includes premium cabin service despite the very short flight time. Many auto industry executives commute on this route weekly.
The short distance means weather at either end dominates the experience — lake-effect snow and winter storms can shut down operations at both airports simultaneously. The 1-hour timezone change is often forgotten on such a short route, making landing alerts useful for keeping pickup drivers and meeting coordinators informed.
How it works
Track Chicago to Detroit.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions.
How long is the ORD to DTW flight?
About 1 hour 10 minutes eastbound and 1 hour 15 minutes westbound.
Which airlines fly Chicago to Detroit?
United, Delta, American, and Spirit all serve this short route.
What's the time difference?
Detroit is 1 hour ahead of Chicago (Eastern vs Central Time).
Know when they land in Detroit
Avoid waiting at arrivals. Get a text the moment their Chicago to Detroit flight touches down.
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