PWM (Portland) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 81% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Endeavor Air at 86%. The average delay is 90 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.PWM → DTW
PWM (Portland) 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 airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Endeavor Air edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 86% vs 77% on time.
Airline Comparison
Endeavor Air leads at 86% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 77%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from PWM
80% on timeExpect ~19 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. PWM has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~22 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
PWM cancels 2.3% of flights — higher than average. Have a backup plan.
Arriving at DTW
80% on timeWhen flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 78 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~7 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
Flight cancelled or delayed?
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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.