Detroit to Van Nuys (DTW–VNY) — 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–VNY has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.
Connection Landscape
On-Time Performance
Other ways to reach Van Nuys from Detroit
| Metric | DTW→VNY | CLE→VNY | GRR→VNY |
|---|---|---|---|
| Distance from DTW | – | 95 mi | 120 mi |
| Nonstop airlines | – | 3 | 3 |
| Weekly flights | ~1 | 1 | 1 |
| Flight time | 4h 1m | 4h 2m | 3h 50m |
| Departure OTP | 68% | – | – |
Travel Essentials
DTW: EDT · VNY: PDT
When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 3:00 PM in Van Nuys.
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–VNY Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from DTW to VNY
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Van Nuys Airport (VNY) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.
DTW to VNY Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from DTW to VNY is about 4 hours 1 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,971 miles (3,171 km).
Connecting Options and Alternatives
1-stop connecting options are also available. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Cleveland (CLE) and Grand Rapids (GRR).