Detroit to Goose Bay (DTW–YYR) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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1,303 mi airlines charter/private ~1/wk
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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.

✦ 1-Stop connections via 1 hub
YHZ Halifax 28h 20m WS → AC Halifax (YHZ) to Goose Bay flights
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Detroit to Goose Bay
Flown by charter / private operators — no scheduled airline service.
1,303 mi 3h 5m nonstop +1h ahead

DTW–YYR has no scheduled airline service; it is flown by charter / private operators. 1-stop connecting options are also available.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

1-stop and 2-stop options for DTW to YYR.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
1
Hubs
~28h
Fastest
~28h
Longest
YHZ ~28h 20m
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
24
Candidates
Two-stop connections loaded in the connections tab above.
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 → YYR
64%
Moderate delays possible. Allow buffer time.
Departing
64%
Return
YYR → DTW
90%
Generally reliable. Most flights run on time.
Arriving
90%
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
+1h
Goose Bay is 1 hour ahead of Detroit.
DTW: EDT · YYR: ADT

When it's 6:00 PM in Detroit, it's 7:00 PM in Goose Bay.
Distance & Flight Time
1,303 mi / 2,097 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 5m gate to gate.
Visa & Entry

US passport holders enter Canada without a visa for stays up to 6 months. No eTA is needed when arriving by air with a US passport. Passport must be valid for the duration of the stay. A return or onward ticket and proof of funds may be requested at the border.

Verify entry requirements with official sources before travel.
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–YYR Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Detroit to Goose Bay route.
Route details
Distance1,303 mi / 2,097 km
Flight time3h 5m
Time difference+1 hour
Airlines (nonstop)Charter / private
Weekly flights~1 out
1-stop connectionsAvailable
Origin: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
Destination: YYR
Full nameGoose Bay Airport
IATA / ICAOYYR / CYYR
TimezoneAmerica/Goose_Bay
Elevation160 ft / 49 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about DTW to YYR flights.
Nonstop flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport to Goose Bay Airport take about 3h 5m gate to gate. The route covers 1,303 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available, ranked by layover time. Common connecting points include Halifax / Stanfield.
Goose Bay is 1 hour ahead of Detroit.
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.

Flights from DTW to YYR

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and Goose Bay Airport (YYR) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

DTW to YYR Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from DTW to YYR is about 3 hours 5 minutes gate to gate. The route covers a distance of 1,303 miles (2,097 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

1-stop connecting options are also available, commonly via Halifax / Stanfield. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.