Direct (nonstop) flights from Buffalo to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Buffalo Niagara International (BUF) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 241 miles (388 km), about 1h 17m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

BUF
Buffalo Niagara International
🇺🇸 Buffalo, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 17m
Distance
241 mi
388 km
CO₂/pax
45 kg
−108 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 31, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
BUF → DTW
Flight Time
1h 17m
Distance
241 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Buffalo to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 45 kg CO₂ per passenger

BUF MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 40m (467 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → MDW
1h 40m · 467 mi
View BUF to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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BUF BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (280 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 153 kg CO₂ (+240% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → BWI
1h 15m · 280 mi
View BUF to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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BUF IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (283 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~2h 57m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+229% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → IAD
1h 20m · 283 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
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BUF DCA (Washington) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 29m (295 mi) Leg 2: 1h 42m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 11m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+244% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → DCA
1h 29m · 295 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → DTW
1h 42m · 405 mi
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BUF PHL (Philadelphia) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 29m (278 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (453 mi) Total: ~3h 20m 🍃 160 kg CO₂ (+256% vs. direct)
Leg 1
BUF → PHL
1h 29m · 278 mi
View BUF to PHL flights →
Leg 2
PHL → DTW
1h 51m · 453 mi
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DTW → BUF: Flights from Detroit to Buffalo

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Buffalo (BUF) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 17 minutes. The distance is 241 miles (388 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Buffalo to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Buffalo to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Buffalo from Detroit?

The flight distance from Buffalo to Detroit is 241 miles (388 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Buffalo to Detroit?

At 1h 17m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 45 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 225 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Buffalo 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 Buffalo 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 Buffalo Niagara International for this flight?

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