DTW (Detroit) to RSW (Fort Myers) flights arrive on time 80% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 83%. The average delay is 64 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated March 2026.DTW → RSW
DTW (Detroit) to RSW (Fort Myers)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 80% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out Frontier Airlines on this route — 83% vs 69% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 83% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 69%.
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 ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at RSW
79% on timeWhen flights into RSW are late, the average delay is 73 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at RSW: TSA is ~5 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
RSW has a 2.5% cancellation rate — keep the airline app handy for rebooking.
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Data last updated March 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.