Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport
3 miles (5 km) from the city centre. 52.3 million passengers in 2024
| How | Route | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Train | PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington station, then Valley Metro Rail to downtown | $2 light rail fare to downtown |
Flights from Detroit to Phoenix
4 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Phoenix.
- Distance
- 1,688 mi
- Nonstop flight
- Varies
- Time difference
- −2h / −3h
- Nonstop airlines
- 4
Fares from Detroit to Phoenix
Checking today’s fares with the airlines.
Nonstop flights
| Airline | From | To |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| Delta Air Lines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| Frontier Airlines | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
| Southwest AirlinesSeasonal | DTW Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport | PHX Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport |
Nonstop service as of October 2026. Airlines change schedules seasonally.
Getting from the airport into Phoenix
Before you go
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.
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Detroit in January and 3 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently. Phoenix uses the US dollar (USD).
Read the Phoenix guide: when to go, weather, airports and tips
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Detroit to Phoenix?
Nonstop flight times vary by airline and season; flights with a connection take longer.
Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Phoenix?
As of October 2026, American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines and Southwest Airlines fly this route nonstop, some of them seasonally.
How far is Phoenix from Detroit?
About 1,688 miles (2,716 km), measured between the city centres.
What is the time difference?
Phoenix is 2 hours behind Detroit in January and 3 hours behind it in July, because the two observe daylight saving time differently.
What ID do I need to fly to Phoenix?
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.
How do I get from Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport into Phoenix?
PHX Sky Train to 44th St/Washington station, then Valley Metro Rail to downtown, $2 light rail fare to downtown.
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Information checked in October 2026. Schedules, fares and entry rules change, so confirm with the airline or the official source before you travel.