Detroit to Dallas-Fort Worth flights
Direct and connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Detroit to Dallas-Fort Worth take?
Flight time from Detroit (DTW) to Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Detroit to Dallas-Fort Worth?
Airline availability for DTW to DFW changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Detroit to Dallas-Fort Worth?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DTW to DFW varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence recorded and attributed to operators on this pair in the last 90 days.
- American Airlines5-yr attributed events: 26Last 90 days: none recorded
- ENY5-yr: no attributed events (coverage limited)Last 90 days: none recorded
- Frontier Airlines5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| American Airlines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| ENY | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| Frontier Airlines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| Delta Air Lines | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning DTW → DFW
DTW to DFW is a medium-haul route of 1,586 km (985 mi). See the return DFW → DTW route.
Alternative airports near Detroit: Detroit (YIP) — 15 km, Ann Arbor (ARB) — 32 km, Windsor (YQG) — 33 km.
Alternative airports near Dallas-Fort Worth: Dallas (DAL) — 18 km, Addison (ADS) — 20 km, Fort Worth (AFW) — 28 km.