Direct (nonstop) flights from Columbus to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Port Columbus International (CMH) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 154 miles (248 km), about 1h 8m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

CMH
Port Columbus International
🇺🇸 Columbus, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
154 mi
248 km
CO₂/pax
29 kg
−90 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 28, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
CMH → DTW
Flight Time
1h 8m
Distance
154 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Columbus to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 29 kg CO₂ per passenger

CMH MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (282 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 119 kg CO₂ (+310% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMH → MDW
1h 15m · 282 mi
View CMH to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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CMH YYZ (Toronto) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 22m (305 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (215 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+317% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMH → YYZ
1h 22m · 305 mi
View CMH to YYZ flights →
Leg 2
YYZ → DTW
1h 24m · 215 mi
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CMH BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (336 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 56m 🍃 163 kg CO₂ (+462% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMH → BWI
1h 20m · 336 mi
View CMH to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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CMH IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 24m (299 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 151 kg CO₂ (+421% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMH → IAD
1h 24m · 299 mi
View CMH to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
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CMH STL (Saint Louis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (410 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (440 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 182 kg CO₂ (+528% vs. direct)
Leg 1
CMH → STL
1h 30m · 410 mi
View CMH to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DTW
1h 31m · 440 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Columbus to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Columbus (CMH) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 8 minutes. The distance is 154 miles (248 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Columbus to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Columbus to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Columbus from Detroit?

The flight distance from Columbus to Detroit is 154 miles (248 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Columbus to Detroit?

At 1h 8m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 29 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 145 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Columbus 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 Columbus 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 Port Columbus International for this flight?

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