Scottsdale to Detroit (SCF–DTW) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections

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Scottsdale to Detroit
Connecting service available through multiple hubs.
1,656 mi 3h 8m nonstop +3h ahead 61 1-stop hubs

While no nonstop service exists between SCF and DTW, connecting options are available through 61 hubs.

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Connections

Connection Landscape

Beyond nonstop. 1-stop and 2-stop options for SCF to DTW.
1-STOP
One-Stop Connections
61
Hubs
~4h
Fastest
~27h
Longest
Verified with published schedule alignment and minimum connection time.
2-STOP
Two-Stop Connections
516
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.
Alternatives

Other ways to reach Detroit from Scottsdale

Nearby airports with service to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Metric SCF→DTW PHX→DTW TUS→DTW
Distance from SCF – 14 mi 119 mi
Nonstop airlines 0 10 1
Weekly flights 0 134 –
Flight time 3h 8m 2h 42m 3h 12m
Phoenix (PHX) to Detroit flights · Tucson (TUS) to Detroit flights
Airports within 200 miles of SCF with service to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Know before you go

Travel Essentials

Practical planning for this route.
Time Difference
+3h
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Scottsdale.
SCF: MST · DTW: EDT

When it's 6:00 PM in Scottsdale, it's 9:00 PM in Detroit.
Distance & Flight Time
1,656 mi / 2,665 km
Nonstop flight time is approximately 3h 8m.
Getting from DTW

DTW has no rail. Ride-shares and taxis are the practical options. Taxis to downtown cost $45–60. Ride-shares run $30–45. The two terminals (McNamara and North) are connected by the automated people mover (MTC); both share the same baggage claim and ground transport facilities.Car rental desks are in the consolidated facility accessible from McNamara Terminal. SMART bus Route 261 serves the airport with transfers into the bus network. Allow extra time for I-94 congestion during peak hours.

Detroit Climate

Humid continental climate. Winters are cold and snowy (−8 to 0°C) from December through March. Lake Erie and Lake St. Clair generate significant lake-effect snow that can fall heavily with little warning. Ice storms and blizzards cause the most serious flight disruptions.

Summers are warm and humid (26–32°C) with frequent afternoon thunderstorms. Spring and fall are transitional with frost risk into April and from October. January and February are the highest disruption-risk months.

Check current weather forecasts before travel.
Facts

SCF–DTW Quick Facts

Key statistics for the Scottsdale to Detroit route.
Route details
Distance1,656 mi / 2,665 km
Flight time3h 8m
Time difference+3 hours
Airlines (nonstop)0
1-stop connections61 hubs
Origin: SCF
Full nameScottsdale Airport
IATA / ICAOSCF / KSDL
TimezoneAmerica/Phoenix
Elevation1,510 ft / 460 m
Destination: DTW
Full nameDetroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport
IATA / ICAODTW / KDTW
TimezoneAmerica/Detroit
Passengers/yr32.2M
Elevation645 ft / 197 m
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about SCF to DTW flights.
Nonstop flights from Scottsdale Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport take approximately 3h 8m. The route covers 1,656 miles.
Yes, 1-stop connections are available through MCI, TUS, OKC, GRR, PHX, MDW, STL, MSP, CAK, DSM, OMA, CMH, MEM, SDF, DAL, BNA, ATW, DEN, IND, MKE, AUS, SAT, PSP, PIT, IAH, YYZ, BUF, ORD, DFW, MSY, SAN, CLT, IAD, PHL, CHS, BWI, SAV, ATL, LAX, JAX, ALB, SJC, SRQ, TPA, YUL, SJD, BOS, MCO, RSW, PDX, SFO, PBI, MIA, YLW, PVR, LIR, LAS, SLC, HND, SNA and YYC. These options provide additional schedule flexibility.
Detroit is 3 hours ahead of Scottsdale.
Yes, return flights from DTW to SCF are available. Use the direction toggle at the top to view the return schedule.
Nearby alternatives include PHX and TUS. See the Alternatives section for a full comparison.
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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 SCF to DTW

Scottsdale Airport (SCF) and Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) are connected through multiple connecting hub airports.

SCF to DTW Flight Duration and Schedule

Nonstop flight time from SCF to DTW ranges from 3 hours 8 minutes. The route covers a distance of 1,656 miles (2,665 km).

Connecting Options and Alternatives

61 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 4 hours via MCI. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs. Nearby alternative airports include Phoenix (PHX) and Tucson (TUS).