Route guide · 707 miles
Cheap Flights from Detroit to Savannah
DTW → SAV · Nonstop 1h 56m · Live round-trip fares
The run from Detroit (DTW) to Savannah (SAV) is 707 miles of sky, and ticket prices on it are anything but steady. One week can cost double the next. Booking about 2–4 weeks in advance — and watching fares with a free Airfare Deal alert — is how regulars on this route keep costs down.
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Flight time
1h 56m
Nonstop, typical
Distance
707 mi
DTW → SAV
Book ahead
2–4 weeks
Best window, typically
Nonstop airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Nonstop flights from Detroit to Savannah
The fastest way between the two cities is the nonstop: about 1h 56m for the 707-mile run from DTW to SAV. Those flights are flown by Delta Air Lines. Prices behave best when you book 2–4 weeks out.
Booking insights: Detroit → Savannah
- Distance: 707 miles · nonstop flight time: 1h 56m.
- Fares tend to bottom out when you book about 2–4 weeks ahead — earlier than that rarely helps, later usually hurts.
- If your dates flex by a day or two, shifting to a midweek departure is the easiest saving there is.
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Flying from Detroit to Savannah: what you need to know
The flight
The nonstop from DTW to SAV runs about 1h 56m over 707 miles. It's a comfortable mid-range flight: long enough that seat choice matters a little, short enough that paying up for extras rarely does.
Airlines on this route
Delta Air Lines flies this route nonstop. That matters more than it sounds: the cheapest fare on one carrier is rarely the same product as the cheapest on another. Checked-bag fees, free seat selection and change rules all differ, so compare the full trip cost before you pick a winner. See our airline guides for exactly what each carrier charges — then send an enquiry and we'll confirm the all-in price for your dates.
Leaving from Detroit (DTW)
Plan to be at the airport two hours before a domestic departure — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times, but security lines are the one variable you can't control. If you're checking a bag, add time rather than cutting it close. Our Detroit airport guide covers terminals, parking and ground transport so you can plan the trip to the airport, not just the flight.
Arriving in Savannah (SAV)
Before you land, know how you're getting from the airport to where you're staying — it's the part of the trip people forget to plan. The Savannah airport guide lays out your ground options, from transit and shuttles to rideshares and rental cars. Flying back the other way? Check Savannah to Detroit fares — prices on the return direction often move on a different rhythm.
When to book
For a trip of 707 miles, booking 2–4 weeks ahead typically lands you in the sweet spot. Leave it to the final two weeks and prices usually climb as the cheapest seats sell out. If your dates are flexible, midweek departures are where the lower fares hide on most domestic routes.
Good to know before you go
- Basic economy fares often exclude checked bags and seat selection. Price the whole trip, not the headline fare.
- Get to the airport two hours before departure; security, not the flight, is the part that runs late.
- If you're traveling with only a carry-on, you can skip the bag-drop line entirely with mobile check-in.
- Download the airline's app before you fly; gate changes and delays show up there first.
- Nonstop time on this route is about 1h 56m — a one-stop itinerary needs to be a lot cheaper to be worth the extra hours.
Detroit to Savannah flight FAQs
How long is the flight from DTW to SAV?
Plan on about 1h 56m in the air for a nonstop from Detroit to Savannah — the route runs roughly 707 miles. Connecting flights typically add 2–4 hours.
Are there nonstop flights from Detroit to Savannah?
Delta Air Lines typically operate nonstop flights from DTW to SAV. Nonstops are usually cheapest when booked 2–4 weeks ahead of departure.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Detroit to Savannah?
Travelers usually find the gentlest prices away from peak periods — think post-holiday January and the early-fall weeks. Midweek dates inside those windows are cheaper still.
How much are last minute flights from DTW to SAV?
Book inside the final week and you'll usually pay a premium on DTW to SAV. Fares booked 2–4 weeks ahead are almost always kinder.
What is a good round-trip deal from Detroit to Savannah?
A good deal is anything at or below the recent fares shown above. Set a free Airfare Deal alert and we'll ping you the moment fares drop.
Which airlines fly from Detroit to Savannah?
You'll mainly see Delta Air Lines on Detroit to Savannah. Checking each against the live fares below is the surest way to find the lowest price for your dates.
How early should I get to Detroit airport for this flight?
Plan on two hours before departure for a domestic flight — ninety minutes can work at smaller airports outside peak times. If you're checking a bag, earlier is better; the bag-drop line, not the flight, is what runs late.
Do the cheapest fares on this route include a checked bag?
Usually not. Basic economy fares on most airlines include a carry-on but charge extra for checked bags, and seat selection can cost more too. Add up the real total before comparing — a slightly higher regular fare sometimes works out cheaper. Our team confirms the full breakdown with you before you pay.
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