SLC (Salt Lake City) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 87% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Spirit Airlines at 96%. The average delay is 58 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated May 2026.SLC → DTW
SLC (Salt Lake City) to DTW (Detroit)
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This route is usually on time. About 87% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Spirit Airlines edges out Delta Air Lines on this route — 96% vs 87% on time.
Airline Comparison
Spirit Airlines leads at 96% on time; Delta Air Lines trails at 87%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SLC
85% on timeExpect ~17 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SLC has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~7 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 ~11 min right now. Allow at least 60 minutes for a domestic connection.
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Data last updated May 2026. Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics.