Which airline is most reliable for FWA (Fort Wayne) to DTW (Detroit)?

The most reliable airline on the FWA to DTW route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 81%.

How often are flights delayed from FWA to DTW?

About 17% of flights from FWA to DTW experience delays. 83% arrive on time.

What's the average delay on FWA to DTW flights?

When flights from FWA to DTW are delayed, the average delay is approximately 89 minutes.

Is a short connection safe after a FWA to DTW flight?

With 83% of FWA to DTW flights arriving on time and an average delay of 89 minutes when late, a connection under 60 minutes at DTW is risky. We recommend at least 75-90 minutes for domestic connections after this route.

FWA → DTW

FWA (Fort Wayne) to DTW (Detroit)

FWA (Fort Wayne) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 83% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 81%. The average delay is 89 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 83% of flights arrive on schedule.

Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

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Departing from FWA

79% on time

Expect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. FWA has long runway queues.

TSA is currently ~9 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).

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Arriving at DTW

84% on time

When flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.

If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~16 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.