Detroit to Dallas-Fort Worth (DTW–DFW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
DTW–DFW is served by 9 airlines with nonstop service. American Airlines, Aeromexico and Delta Air Lines lead the route. The flight covers 986 miles in approximately 2h 55m. Beyond nonstop, 100 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 54 | 738, E75 | 3h02-3h56 | Oneworld | – | |
| AM Aeromexico | 41 | 319, 320, 321, 717 | 2h55-3h10 | SkyTeam | – | |
| DL Delta Air Lines | 34 | 319, 321 | 2h55-3h40 | SkyTeam | – | |
| AF Air France | 27 | 319, 321 | 2h58-3h10 | SkyTeam | – | |
| GF Gulf Air | 15 | 738, E75 | 3h02-3h19 | – | – | |
| G3 GOL | 13 | 738, E75 | 3h14-3h19 | – | – | |
| F9 Frontier | 12 | 321, 32N | 3h16-4h34 | – | – | |
| CX Cathay Pacific | 7 | 738 | 3h08 | Oneworld | – | |
| QR Qatar Airways | 6 | 738 | 3h04 | Oneworld | – |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Dallas-Fort Worth from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→DFW | CLE→DFW | GRR→DFW |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | 9 | 7 | 2 |
| Weekly flights | 209 | 87 | 35 |
| Flight time | 2h 55m | 3h 4m | 2h 27m |
| Departure OTP | 81% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · DFW: MDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 4:00 PM in Dallas-Fort Worth.
There is no rail link to DTW; the airport is 18 miles southwest of downtown Detroit. SMART bus Route 261 provides a slow connection ($2), but ride-share or car is standard for most travelers. Ride-shares from downtown cost $30–45.Driving is the primary mode: I-94 and I-275 are the main expressways. Economy parking is well-organized with frequent shuttles. For Windsor, Ontario arrivals, the airport connects via I-75 and the Ambassador Bridge or DRIC tunnel.
DART Orange Line runs to downtown Dallas (50 min, $3). TEXRail reaches downtown Fort Worth in 55 minutes ($2.50). Taxis and ride-shares cost $25–45 to either city center.Rental car facilities are at the south end. All terminals connect via the free Skylink train; this is an airside-only connection, so you must clear security first to use it.
Hot continental climate. Summers are intensely hot (35–40°C) with little rain. Winters are mild (3–12°C) but ice storms hit 2–3 times per year, causing major airport disruptions.
Spring (March–May) brings severe thunderstorms and tornado risk that regularly ground flights. Fall is the best travel window with moderate temperatures and low storm frequency.
DTW–DFW Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to DFW
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) are connected by nonstop service from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico, Cathay Pacific, Delta Air Lines, Frontier, GOL, Gulf Air and Qatar Airways. With 209 weekly departures, this is a heavily served route.
DTW to DFW Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to DFW ranges from 2 hours 55 minutes to 4 hours 34 minutes. The route covers a distance of 986 miles (1,586 km). There are approximately 209 weekly flights outbound and 174 return, totaling 383 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
100 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 5 hours via TUL. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE), Grand Rapids (GRR) and Fort Wayne (FWA).