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Flights operate between Philadelphia (PHL) and Detroit (DTW).

1 airline operates this route with 5-10 flights daily flights.

Average flight time is 1h 42m - 2h 15m.

Route distance is 454 miles (730 km).

Route Distance

454 miles (730 km)

Average Duration

1h 42m - 2h 15m

Airlines Operating This Route

American Airlines

Flight Frequency

Daily Flights

5-10 flights

Weekly Flights

57

Typical Departure Time Ranges

Earliest Departure

08:40

Latest Departure

21:20

Route Intelligence Dashboard

Overall Connectivity Score

70

Good
Route Diversity

1

Direct Routes

American Airlines serves 1 destination from PHL

Weekly Frequency

21

Weekly Flights

Trend: Stable

Top 1 Most Frequent Routes - Details
RouteWeekly FlightsDurationDistanceReliability
PHLDetroit (DTW) (DTW)
21/week
1h 42m - 2h 15m454 km
Moderate
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American Airlines flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)

American Airlines operates scheduled nonstop flights between Philadelphia (PHL) and Detroit (DTW). American Airlines operates 5-10 flights daily flights on this route.Flight Duration: 1h 42m - 2h 15m (average flight time)Distance: 454 miles (730 km) (air miles between airports)Daily Flights: 5-10 flights (scheduled departures per day)

PHL
Philadelphia (PHL)

US

DTW
Detroit (DTW)

US

FLIGHT TIME

1h 42m - 2h 15m

FLIGHT DISTANCE

454 miles (730 km)
Flight time
1h 51m - 1h 52m
Earliest flight
08:40
Last flight
21:20
Distance
454 miles (730 km)
Cheapest month
March
Airlines
1 (Show)
Flights per week
57

American Airlines Terminal Information & Contact

Departure Terminal - Philadelphia (PHL)

Terminal: 1

Phone: 800-433-7300

Location: 1, Philadelphia, US

Arrival Terminal - Detroit (DTW)

Terminal: N

Phone: 800-433-7300

Location: N, Detroit, US

American Airlines Flight Schedule from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)

FlightAirlineDepartureArrivalAircraft

AA5636

American Airlines

American Airlines

08:40

10:32:00

Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900

AA5122

American Airlines

American Airlines

13:35

15:26:00

Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900

AA5448

American Airlines

American Airlines

21:20

23:12:00

Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 and Challenger 870

American Airlines Monthly Flight Calendar

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View all 10 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW) operated by 4 airlines

American Airlines Terminal Information

Departure Terminal at Philadelphia (PHL):

Terminal 1:

American Airlines Terminal Phone: 800-433-7300

Arrival Terminal at Detroit (DTW):

Terminal N:

American Airlines Terminal Phone: 800-433-7300

Weather & Climate at Detroit (DTW)

10.9°C

Avg Temperature

77mm

Avg Rainfall

11.9km/h

Avg Wind Speed

71%

Avg Humidity

Best Months to Visit

Challenging Months

12-Month Weather Overview

Wind Speed by Month

Humidity by Month

Best Time to Book Flights to Detroit (DTW)

Best Booking Window

Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices

Booking Tip

Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals

Recommended Months

2025-06
2025-09

These months offer the best balance of weather, prices, and availability.

Monthly Booking Recommendations

Recommended - Best Value
Peak - Book Early
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Flight Price Trends for Detroit (DTW)

Cheapest Months to Fly

2023-06
2023-09

Book flights during these months for the best deals and lowest prices.

Price Trend Analysis

Prices are typically lower during shoulder seasons

Monthly Price Trends

Cheapest - Best Deals
Expensive - Higher Prices
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Best Months to Fly American Airlines to Detroit (DTW)

Best Months

2025-06
2025-09

Optimal conditions for travel with favorable weather, prices, and availability.

Shoulder Season

2025-01
2025-02
2025-03
2025-04
2025-05
2025-07
2025-08
2025-10
2025-11
2025-12

Transition periods with moderate conditions. Good balance of price and experience.

Seasonal Insight

Best travel months: 2025-06, 2025-09

Seasonal Travel Calendar

Best - Optimal Conditions
Shoulder - Good Value
Challenging
Extreme - Use Caution

American Airlines Contact Information and Customer Services

American Airlines Address

1 Skyview Drive, Fort Worth, Texas, 76155
Fort Worth, Texas 76155, USA

Official Website

aa.com
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Frequently Asked Questions

How many American Airlines flights operate from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)?

American Airlines operates 3 flights from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW).

What city does Detroit (DTW) airport serve?

Detroit (DTW) airport serves Detroit, US.

How long is the American Airlines flight from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)?

The flight duration is approximately 1h 42m - 2h 15m.

What is the distance from Philadelphia (PHL) to Detroit (DTW)?

The distance is 454 miles (730 km).

What aircraft does American Airlines use on this route?

American Airlines uses Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900, Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 700 and Challenger 870 on this route.

Which other airlines operate on this route?

3 other airlines operate on this route: Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines, Frontier Airlines.

What are the earliest and latest American Airlines flight departure times?

The earliest American Airlines flight departs at 08:40 and the latest departs at 21:20.

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Route data verified regularly by Triposia Travel Research Team.

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