SYR (Syracuse) to DTW (Detroit) flights arrive on time 84% of the time. The most reliable airline on this route is Republic Airways at 93%. The average delay is 77 minutes. Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Source: Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated August 2026.SYR → DTW
SYR (Syracuse) to DTW (Detroit)
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This route is on time most of the time. About 84% of flights arrive on schedule.
Delays on this route are most often caused by the airline (crew, maintenance, or boarding).
Accurate?
Republic Airways edges out SkyWest Airlines on this route — 93% vs 83% on time.
Airline Comparison
Republic Airways leads at 93% on time; SkyWest Airlines trails at 83%.
Accurate?
Good to know
Departing from SYR
77% on timeExpect ~20 min sitting on the taxiway after your gate pushes back. SYR has long runway queues.
TSA is currently ~5 min. Best time: 4 AM (about 5 min).
SYR 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 ~5 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.