Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Albany

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Albany International (ALB). It's 488 miles (786 km), about 1h 36m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
ALB
Albany International
🇺🇸 Albany, USA
Flight Time
1h 36m
Distance
488 mi
786 km
CO₂/pax
90 kg
−64 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
DTW → ALB
Flight Time
1h 36m
Distance
488 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Albany with one stop · direct emits 90 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW BWI (Baltimore) ALB
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (288 mi) Total: ~2h 50m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+71% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → ALB
1h 20m · 288 mi
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DTW LGA (New York) ALB
Leg 1: 1h 49m (501 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (135 mi) Total: ~2h 58m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+59% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → LGA
1h 49m · 501 mi
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Leg 2
LGA → ALB
1h 9m · 135 mi
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DTW PHL (Philadelphia) ALB
Leg 1: 1h 39m (453 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (211 mi) Total: ~3h 1m 🍃 148 kg CO₂ (+64% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PHL
1h 39m · 453 mi
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Leg 2
PHL → ALB
1h 22m · 211 mi
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DTW IAD (Dulles) ALB
Leg 1: 1h 32m (383 mi) Leg 2: 1h 34m (323 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+73% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → IAD
1h 32m · 383 mi
View DTW to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → ALB
1h 34m · 323 mi
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DTW DCA (Washington) ALB
Leg 1: 1h 34m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (318 mi) Total: ~3h 7m 🍃 159 kg CO₂ (+77% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → DCA
1h 34m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → ALB
1h 33m · 318 mi
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ALB → DTW: Flights from Albany to Detroit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Albany?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Albany (ALB) takes approximately 1 hours and 36 minutes. The distance is 488 miles (786 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Albany?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Albany?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Albany?

The flight distance from Detroit to Albany is 488 miles (786 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Albany?

At 1h 36m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 90 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 450 km.

Is the return flight from Albany to Detroit 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 Detroit to Albany?

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 Detroit Metropolitan Airport for this flight?

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