SEA (Seattle) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 86% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Delta Air Lines at 88%. The average delay is 54 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated October 2026.SEA → DTW
SEA (Seattle) to DTW (Detroit)
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This route is usually on time. About 86% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Delta Air Lines edges out Alaska Airlines on this route — 88% vs 81% on time.
Airline Comparison
Delta Air Lines leads at 88% on time; Alaska Airlines trails at 81%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SEA
81% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SEA has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~27 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
Arriving at DTW
81% on timeWhen flights into DTW are late, the average delay is 77 minutes. Build buffer if you have ground plans.
If connecting at DTW: TSA is ~18 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated October 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.