Which airline is most reliable for SBN (South Bend) to DTW (Detroit)?

The most reliable airline on the SBN to DTW route is SkyWest Airlines, with an on-time arrival rate of 78%.

How often are flights delayed from SBN to DTW?

About 21% of flights from SBN to DTW experience delays. 79% arrive on time.

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

When flights from SBN to DTW are delayed, the average delay is approximately 107 minutes.

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

With 79% of SBN to DTW flights arriving on time and an average delay of 107 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.

SBN → DTW

SBN (South Bend) to DTW (Detroit)

SBN (South Bend) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 79% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is SkyWest Airlines at 78%. The average delay is 107 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).

Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.

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This route is on time most of the time. About 79% 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 SBN

75% on time

Expect ~23 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SBN has long runway queues.

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

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Arriving at DTW

80% on time

When 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.

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Data last updated August 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.