Detroit to Blountville (DTW–TRI) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No scheduled airline flights on this route — it's flown by charter / private operators (). No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
Most recently operated nonstop flights — the month shown is when each was last scheduled. Most destinations remain reachable with a connection.
No discontinued nonstop flights on record for this route.
DTW–TRI had nonstop service from American Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. There's no nonstop on it right now, so today you'd fly it with one stop. The connecting options below are sorted by layover. Nonstop, it's about 400 miles in 3h.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AA American Airlines | 1 | – | – | Oneworld | – |
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · TRI: EDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 6:00 PM in Blountville.
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.
DTW–TRI Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to TRI
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport (TRI) had nonstop service from American Airlines, last on the schedule in July 2026. The nonstop is dormant right now, so the way to fly it today is one connection, and the options above are sorted by layover.
DTW to TRI Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to TRI is about 3 hours gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 400 miles (643 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Charlotte Douglas, Hartsfield Jackson Atlanta and Chicago O'Hare. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.