Which airline is most reliable for CHS (Charleston) to DTW (Detroit)?

The most reliable airline on the CHS to DTW route is Republic Airways, with an on-time arrival rate of 92%.

How often are flights delayed from CHS to DTW?

About 18% of flights from CHS to DTW experience delays. 82% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on CHS to DTW flights?

When flights from CHS to DTW are delayed, the average delay is approximately 89 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a CHS to DTW flight?

With 82% of CHS to DTW flights arriving on time and an average delay of 89 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at DTW is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

CHS → DTW

CHS (Charleston) to DTW (Detroit)

CHS (Charleston) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 82% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 92%. The average delay is 89 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 82% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Accurate?

Republic Airways is significantly more reliable on this route at 92% on time vs SkyWest Airlines at 74%.

Airline Comparison

Republic Airways leads at 92% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 74%.

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Good to know

Departing from CHS

80% on time

Expect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. CHS has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

CHS cancels 2.2% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.

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Arriving at DTW

80% on time

When flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.

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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.