DTW (Detroit) to ALB (Albany) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 87%. The average delay is 72 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.DTW → ALB
DTW (Detroit) to ALB (Albany)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 78% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Endeavor Air edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 87% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 87% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 73%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DTW
80% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DTW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~11 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at ALB
78% on timeWhen flights into ALB are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at ALB: TSA is ~29 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.