Direct (nonstop) flights from Cleveland to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Cleveland Hopkins International (CLE) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 96 miles (154 km), about 58m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

CLE
Cleveland Hopkins International
🇺🇸 Cleveland, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
58m
Distance
96 mi
154 km
CO₂/pax
18 kg
−106 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 30, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
CLE → DTW
Flight Time
58m
Distance
96 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Cleveland to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 18 kg CO₂ per passenger

CLE MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (306 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 124 kg CO₂ (+589% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLE → MDW
1h 15m · 306 mi
View CLE to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
View MDW to DTW flights →
CLE YYZ (Toronto) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 5m (193 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (215 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 101 kg CO₂ (+461% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLE → YYZ
1h 5m · 193 mi
View CLE to YYZ flights →
Leg 2
YYZ → DTW
1h 24m · 215 mi
View YYZ to DTW flights →
CLE IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 19m (287 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+728% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLE → IAD
1h 19m · 287 mi
View CLE to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
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CLE BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (313 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+783% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLE → BWI
1h 20m · 313 mi
View CLE to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
View BWI to DTW flights →
CLE ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 38m (316 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~3h 5m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+600% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CLE → ORD
1h 38m · 316 mi
View CLE to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
View ORD to DTW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Cleveland to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Cleveland (CLE) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 0 hours and 58 minutes. The distance is 96 miles (154 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Cleveland to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Cleveland to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Cleveland from Detroit?

The flight distance from Cleveland to Detroit is 96 miles (154 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Cleveland to Detroit?

At 58m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 18 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 90 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Cleveland 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 Cleveland 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 Cleveland Hopkins International for this flight?

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