Dallas to Detroit (DAL–DET) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Dallas to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
+2h ahead 5 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DAL and DET, connecting options are available through 5 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DAL to DET.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
5
Hubs
~2h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
CLE ~2h 58m YYZ ~3h 29m PSP ~6h 40m MIA ~7h 2m IAH ~27h 19m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
Connections computed from published schedules with minimum connection time verification. Use the interactive explorer above the fold to filter by airline, tier, and layover time.
Reliability

On-Time Performance

What to expect at each end of your journey.
Outbound
DAL → DET
68%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
68%
Return
DET → DAL
78%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
78%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DAL delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+2h
Detroit is 2 hours ahead of Dallas.
DAL: MDT · DET: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Dallas, it's 8:00 PM in Detroit.
Facts

DAL–DET Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Dallas to Detroit route.
Route details
Time difference+2 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections5 hubs
Origin: DAL
Full nameDallas Love Field
IATA / ICAODAL / KDAL
TimezoneAmerica/Denver
Passengers/yr17.3M
Elevation487 ft / 148 m
Destination: DET
Full nameColeman A. Young Municipal Airport
IATA / ICAODET / KDET
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Elevation626 ft / 191 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DAL to DET flights.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through CLE, YYZ, PSP, MIA and IAH. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 2 hours ahead of Dallas.
Click the 'Search Flights' button to check availability and prices on Google Flights. You can also compare airlines and schedules on this page to find the best option.
See the On-Time Performance section for the latest delay data at both airports. This shows departure and arrival reliability to help you plan.
Route data is updated regularly from official airline schedules. On-time performance data comes from recent airport delay snapshots.

Connecting Options and Alternatives

5 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 2 hours via CLE.