How busy is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County right now?

The TSA wait at DTW is about 15-21 minutes. Check live conditions, weather, and FAA delay status above for a full picture of how busy DTW is right now.

What is the FAA airport status for DTW?

The FAA airport status for DTW (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) shows current delays, ground stops, and departure/arrival delay programs. DTW has an on-time departure rate of 84%, with an average delay of 75 minutes when delays occur. Check above for live FAA status and real-time conditions.

Is DTW busy right now?

Check the live status above for real-time conditions at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County (DTW). TSA wait is currently about 15-21 minutes. Overall, 84% of flights depart on time from DTW. The least busy time for security is 4 AM (about 5 min).

Is Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County operating normally today?

Check the live FAA status and delay data above for current operations at DTW. On a typical day, 84% of departures from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County are on time. When delays occur, they average about 75 minutes. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Are there delays at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County today?

Check the live delay tracker above for current DTW delays. Historically, 84% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 75 minutes. About 1.2% of flights are cancelled. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

What is the average departure delay at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

When departures at DTW (Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County) are delayed, the average delay is about 75 minutes. Overall, 84% of flights depart on time. About 1.2% of flights are cancelled.

What causes the most departure delays at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). At DTW, 84% of departures are on time, and when delays occur they average 75 minutes.

Is it safe to book a tight connection at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

DTW is fairly reliable, so a 60-minute domestic connection is usually fine. For international flights, allow at least 90 minutes.

What's the best time to fly from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County?

Early morning flights (before 8 AM) tend to have the best on-time performance at most airports, including DTW. For shorter security lines, aim for 4 AM (about 5 min). Midweek flights (Tuesday and Wednesday) also tend to see fewer delays than weekend or Monday departures.

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Q: What are TSA wait times at DTW?

The TSA wait at DTW is about 15-21 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 8 AM (21-27 minutes). Wait times are similar throughout the week.

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DTW delays today: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County has an on-time departure rate of about 84%. The FAA airport status for DTW typically shows an average delay of 75 minutes when departures are delayed. The most common reason for departure delays here is the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding). Roughly 1.2% of flights are cancelled. The typical taxi-out time from gate to takeoff is about 17 minutes. The current TSA wait is about 15-21 minutes. The fastest time through security is 4 AM (about 5 min). The busiest period is 8 AM (21-27 minutes).

Source: BTS, FAA. Updated April 2026.