DTW (Detroit) to LEX (Lexington) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 89%. The average delay is 84 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.DTW → LEX
DTW (Detroit) to LEX (Lexington)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 89% vs 80% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 89% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 80%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from DTW
81% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. DTW has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~18 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at LEX
80% on timeWhen flights into LEX are late, the average delay is 79 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at LEX: TSA is ~25 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.