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Phoenix.$187 per passenger.Departing Sat, 14 Jun, returning Wed, 18 Jun.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 14 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 18 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $187, select.
Phoenix.$198 per passenger.Departing Sat, 28 Jun, returning Sat, 5 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 28 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 5 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $198, select.
Phoenix.$199 per passenger.Departing Sat, 12 Jul, returning Sat, 19 Jul.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 12 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 19 Jul, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $199, select.
Phoenix.$216 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Jun, returning Wed, 20 Aug.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 17 Jun, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Spirit Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Wed, 20 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $216, select.
Phoenix.$220 per passenger.Departing Tue, 27 May, returning Sat, 31 May.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Tue, 27 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $220, select.
Phoenix.$225 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Jul, returning Sat, 2 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 26 Jul, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 2 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $225, select.
Phoenix.$235 per passenger.Departing Wed, 6 Aug, returning Sat, 16 Aug.Return flight with Frontier Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Detroit Wayne County on Wed, 6 Aug, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound direct flight with Frontier Airlines departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Sat, 16 Aug, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $235, select.
Phoenix.$249 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 May, returning Mon, 2 Jun.Return flight with Spirit Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Detroit Wayne County on Sat, 31 May, arriving in Phoenix Sky Harbor.Inbound indirect flight with Spirit Airlines, departs from Phoenix Sky Harbor on Mon, 2 Jun, arriving in Detroit Wayne County.Price includes taxes and charges.From $249, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix flights are currently cheapest in June.
May
from $219
Jun
from $187
Jul
from $198
Aug
from $235
Sep
from $251
Oct
from $365
Nov
from $405
Dec
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Jan
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Feb
from $634
Mar
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Detroit to Phoenix: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$187
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time4 hrs, 21 mins
Most popular airlineAlaska Airlines
Average flights per week146

Finding cheap flights from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix: Frequently asked questions

There are 4 airports in Phoenix: Phoenix Sky Harbor, Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal, Phoenix-Deer Valley, and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway.
The best price we found for a return flight from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix is $187. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
4 hours and 21 minutes is the average flight time from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix.
Alaska Airlines, American Airlines and Delta fly direct from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix.
As of May 2025, there are 146 flights per week flying from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix.
The cheapest month to fly from Detroit Wayne County to Phoenix is usually May 2025.
If you're flying from Detroit Wayne County Airport, the cheapest airport near Phoenix is Phoenix Sky Harbor – which is 6.0 km away from the centre of Phoenix. We've found flights into this airport from $187.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Detroit Wayne County Airport to Phoenix on Saturday, 14 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 4 hours and 21 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Phoenix but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Phoenix is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
In May, the average temperature is usually around 25°C. July is typically the warmest month in Phoenix, when it usually averages around 40°C. You can expect the least rain in June. The coldest month is December, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is August.
Currently, Frontier Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Phoenix.

Travelling from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix: what you need to know

  • The average duration of a direct flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix is 3 hours 48 minutes.

  • The timezone in Phoenix is UTC-7. The city is 3 hours behind Detroit, where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located.

  • Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is the most popular route, with 61 weekly departures to choose from. If you prefer a later start to the day, the last flight from DTW to PHX is with Frontier Airlines at 22:29. Choose the first departure operated by Southwest Airlines at 06:10 if you want to get on your way earlier.

  • For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to board your flight from DTW to Phoenix.

  • If you're travelling during a popular month like August, be at the airport even earlier. It's wise to arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours ahead of a domestic departure. Check-in and security lines are longer during holiday periods like Christmas, New Year and spring break.

  • Direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix are available for booking. Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX) is where you'll arrive.

  • There's a range of carriers that offer direct flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix, including:

  • You don't need a visa or passport to travel within United States. You will need a valid form of identification however, such as a driver's licence or ID card. Put them on your packing checklist once you've booked cheap tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix.

  • DTW is about 32 kilometres from central Detroit. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 27 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the journey time to be around 1 hour and 8 minutes.

  • Want a leisurely start to your journey? Stay near DTW. Whether you're catching an early flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:

How to find the cheapest flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Phoenix

  • The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix is $88. The cheapest price for a return flight is $187. Bear in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.

  • Get cheap tickets from DTW to Phoenix by booking 10 months ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.

  • The cheapest month for tickets from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix is June. Compare prices using the 'Whole month' tool to find the dates with the lowest fares.

  • Getting a cheap ticket from DTW to Phoenix is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. Simply set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll let you know when there's a better deal.

  • Take advantage of the filters to find your ideal journey. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Airports in Phoenix

Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF)

  • Phoenix Scottsdale Municipal Airport (SCF) to the centre of Phoenix is around 33 minutes by car. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.

  • If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour and 54 minutes.

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SCF instead:

Phoenix Sky Harbour International Airport (PHX)

Best time to go to Phoenix

  • Travel to Phoenix during peak season if you like a bustling atmosphere, but remember that hotel prices tend to be higher. Or, schedule your flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix in the low season when prices are cheaper and it's less crowded.

  • Lock in your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix for July to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures to range from 26ºC to 44ºC.

  • Look for cheap flights from DTW to Phoenix in January if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 4ºC and 20ºC on average.

More about Phoenix

  • After booking your flight from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Phoenix, think about where to rest your head in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Phoenix:

  • Desert Botanical Garden and Heard Museum are just two of the big attractions to add to your Phoenix itinerary. Keep the adventure rolling by checking out Papago Park.

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