2 airlines fly nonstop from Philadelphia to Detroit.
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | PHL Philadelphia International Airport | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport |
| American Airlines | PHL Philadelphia International Airport | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
18 miles (29 km) from the city centre. 33 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Time | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bus | Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) nonstop bus to downtown Detroit | about 40m | $6 online, $8 at the door (launch fare) |
| Bus | SMART Route 261 to Rosa Parks Transit Center | – | – |
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Detroit is the same time as Philadelphia. Detroit uses the US dollar (USD).
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Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
As of October 2026, Delta Air Lines and American Airlines fly this route nonstop.
About 442 miles (711 km), measured between the city centres.
Detroit is the same time as Philadelphia.
No passport or visa is needed for domestic travel, but a REAL ID-compliant license or another accepted ID is required to fly within the US.
Detroit Air Xpress (DAX) nonstop bus to downtown Detroit, about 40 minutes, $6 online, $8 at the door (launch fare).
Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.