DTW (Detroit) to LAS (Las Vegas) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 84%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.DTW → LAS
DTW (Detroit) to LAS (Las Vegas)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 81% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 84% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 84% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DTW
84% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DTW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~16 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LAS
77% on timeWhen flights into LAS are late, the average delay is 62 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LAS: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.