Round-Trip Flight Cost: Toronto (YYZ) to Detroit (DTW)

Economy: CAD $350 – $650 (US$260–$480)
Premium Economy: CAD $650 – $950
Business: CAD $1,100 – $1,800+

As of early 2024, round-trip fares from Toronto Pearson (YYZ) to Detroit Metro (DTW) typically range:

Advance purchase: 3–8 weeks out = best price.
Season: Summer, holidays, auto show (NAIAS) = peak.
Airline: Air Canada / United (Star Alliance JV) dominate non-stop (1h 20m). Delta (via DTW hub) also non-stop. WestJet, Porter (via YTZ/Billy Bishop) sometimes cheaper.
Baggage: Basic economy often no carry-on; check total cost.

Use Google Flights, Skyscanner, Kayak with flexible dates (±3 days).
Set price alerts.
Check Buffalo (BUF) – 2 hr drive from Toronto, often cheaper US-domestic fares.
NEXUS/Global Entry saves border time (land or air).

Flight time is short—often driving (3.5–4 hr via 401/I-75) or train (Via Rail + Amtrak, ~5 hr) competes on total door-to-door time/cost.

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