DTW (Detroit) to RIC (Richmond) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 86%. The average delay is 85 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 → RIC
DTW (Detroit) to RIC (Richmond)
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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?
Endeavor Air edges out Spirit Airlines on this route — 86% vs 73% on time.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 86% on time; Spirit Airlines 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 RIC
78% on timeWhen flights into RIC are late, the average delay is 71 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RIC: TSA is ~26 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
RIC has a 2.2% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Flying out of DTW? We'll brief you.
Delays, TSA, weather, gates — we'll let you know if something matters.
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.