Detroit to Memphis flights
Direct and connecting flights from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to Memphis International Airport (MEM) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Detroit to Memphis take?
Flight time from Detroit (DTW) to Memphis (MEM) 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 Memphis?
Airline availability for DTW to MEM 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 Memphis?
Direct (nonstop) availability on DTW to MEM 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.
- Delta Air Lines5-yr attributed events: 52Last 90 days: none recorded
- FDX5-yr attributed events: 7Last 90 days: none recorded
- SkyWest5-yr attributed events: 5Last 90 days: none recorded
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Lines | 4 sightings | No recorded events |
| FDX | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| SkyWest | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning DTW → MEM
DTW to MEM is a short-haul route of 982 km (610 mi). See the return MEM → DTW route.
Alternative airports near Detroit: Detroit (YIP) — 15 km, Ann Arbor (ARB) — 32 km, Windsor (YQG) — 33 km.
Alternative airports near Memphis: Olive Branch (OLV) — 19 km, Millington (NQA) — 36 km, Tunica (UTM) — 53 km.