Direct (nonstop) flights from Atlanta to Detroit

3 airlines fly nonstop from Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport (ATL) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 593 miles (955 km), about 1h 59m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

ATL
Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport
🇺🇸 Atlanta, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 59m
Distance
593 mi
955 km
CO₂/pax
110 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
Delta Air Lines +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ATL → DTW
Flight Time
1h 59m
Distance
593 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
ATL → DTW
Flight Time
1h 59m
Distance
593 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
ATL → DTW
Flight Time
1h 59m
Distance
593 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Atlanta to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 110 kg CO₂ per passenger

ATL CVG (Cincinnati) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 23m (373 mi) Leg 2: 1h 14m (228 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → CVG
1h 23m · 373 mi
View ATL to CVG flights →
Leg 2
CVG → DTW
1h 14m · 228 mi
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ATL LEX (Lexington) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 14m (303 mi) Leg 2: 1h 25m (295 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+24% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → LEX
1h 14m · 303 mi
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Leg 2
LEX → DTW
1h 25m · 295 mi
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ATL CMH (Columbus) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 33m (447 mi) Leg 2: 1h 8m (154 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 137 kg CO₂ (+25% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → CMH
1h 33m · 447 mi
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Leg 2
CMH → DTW
1h 8m · 154 mi
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ATL TYS (Knoxville) DTW
Leg 1: 56m (151 mi) Leg 2: 1h 45m (442 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 135 kg CO₂ (+23% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → TYS
56m · 151 mi
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Leg 2
TYS → DTW
1h 45m · 442 mi
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ATL CLE (Cleveland) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (554 mi) Leg 2: 58m (96 mi) Total: ~2h 43m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ATL → CLE
1h 45m · 554 mi
View ATL to CLE flights →
Leg 2
CLE → DTW
58m · 96 mi
View CLE to DTW flights →

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DTW → ATL: Flights from Detroit to Atlanta

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Atlanta to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Atlanta (ATL) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 59 minutes. The distance is 593 miles (955 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Atlanta to Detroit?

3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Atlanta to Detroit?

Yes. 3 airlines: Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

How far is Atlanta from Detroit?

The flight distance from Atlanta to Detroit is 593 miles (955 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Atlanta to Detroit?

At 1h 59m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Atlanta to Detroit?

Roughly 110 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 550 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Atlanta also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Atlanta to Detroit?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Hartsfield–Jackson Atlanta International Airport for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.