LGA (New York) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 80 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.LGA → DTW
LGA (New York) to DTW (Detroit)
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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 incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs American Airlines at 64%.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 83% on time; American Airlines trails at 64%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from LGA
80% on timeExpect ~21 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. LGA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~31 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
LGA cancels 3.1% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at DTW
84% on timeWhen flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 75 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~12 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated April 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.