MCO (Orlando) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 77% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Frontier Airlines at 83%. The average delay is 74 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated April 2026.MCO → DTW
MCO (Orlando) to DTW (Detroit)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 77% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the incoming plane arriving late.
Accurate?
Frontier Airlines is significantly more reliable on this route at 83% on time vs Southwest Airlines at 67%.
Airline Comparison
Frontier Airlines leads at 83% on time; Southwest Airlines trails at 67%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from MCO
75% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. MCO has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~20 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
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.