Direct (nonstop) flights from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Sault Ste Marie (CIU) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 284 miles (457 km), about 1h 20m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

CIU
Sault Ste Marie
🇺🇸 Sault Ste. Marie, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
284 mi
457 km
CO₂/pax
53 kg
−78 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 29, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
CIU → DTW
Flight Time
1h 20m
Distance
284 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 53 kg CO₂ per passenger

CIU ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 47m (341 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~3h 14m 🍃 131 kg CO₂ (+147% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CIU → ORD
1h 47m · 341 mi
View CIU to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
View ORD to DTW flights →
CIU MSP (Minneapolis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 58m (434 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 42m 🍃 203 kg CO₂ (+283% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CIU → MSP
1h 58m · 434 mi
View CIU to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
View MSP to DTW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Sault Ste. Marie (CIU) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 20 minutes. The distance is 284 miles (457 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Sault Ste. Marie from Detroit?

The flight distance from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit is 284 miles (457 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 Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit?

At 1h 20m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Sault Ste. Marie to Detroit?

Roughly 53 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 265 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste. Marie 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 Sault Ste Marie for this flight?

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