FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 78% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 80%. The average delay is 71 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.FLL → DTW
FLL (Fort Lauderdale) to DTW (Detroit)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines is significantly more reliable on this route at 80% on time vs Frontier Airlines at 51%.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 80% on time; Frontier Airlines trails at 51%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from FLL
73% on timeExpect ~18 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FLL has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~13 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DTW
81% on timeWhen flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~9 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.