Detroit to Dayton (DTW–MGY) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Detroit to Dayton
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1 Flights/wk 187 mi 0h 35m nonstop 1 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between DTW and MGY, connecting options are available through 1 hub.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for DTW to MGY.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~3h
Fastest
~3h
Longest
PIT ~3h 25m
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
DTW → MGY
100%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Departing
100%
Return
MGY → DTW
75%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
75%
OTP = percentage of flights arriving within 15 min of schedule. Based on airport-level delay snapshots. DTW delays →
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
0h
Dayton is 0 hours the same as Detroit.
DTW: EDT · MGY: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Dayton.
Distance & Flight Time
187 mi / 301 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 0h 35m.
Getting to DTW

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.

Facts

DTW–MGY Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Dayton route.
Route details
Distance187 mi / 301 km
Flight time0h 35m
Time difference0 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
Weekly flights1 out
1-stop connections1 hubs
Origin: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
Destination: MGY
Full nameDayton-Wright Brothers Airport
IATA / ICAOMGY / KMGY
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Vevay
Elevation957 ft / 292 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DTW to MGY flights.
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport take approximately 0h 35m. The route covers 187 miles.
There are approximately 1 nonstop flights per week from DTW to MGY.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through PIT. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
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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.

Flights from DTW to MGY

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Dayton-Wright Brothers Airport (MGY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DTW to MGY Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DTW to MGY ranges from 0 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 187 miles (301 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 3 hours via PIT.