Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Boston

3 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS). It's 631 miles (1,016 km), about 1h 56m in the air. Operated by JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
BOS
Boston Logan International Airport
🇺🇸 Boston, USA
Flight Time
1h 56m
Distance
631 mi
1,016 km
CO₂/pax
117 kg
−26 kg vs. layover
Airlines
3
JetBlue Airways +2
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by JetBlue Airways JetBlue Airways Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

JetBlue Airways B6 JetBlue Airways
Route
DTW → BOS
Flight Time
1h 56m
Distance
631 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → BOS
Flight Time
1h 56m
Distance
631 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
DTW → BOS
Flight Time
1h 56m
Distance
631 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Boston with one stop · direct emits 117 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW BUF (Buffalo) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 11m (241 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (395 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BUF
1h 11m · 241 mi
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Leg 2
BUF → BOS
1h 26m · 395 mi
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DTW SYR (Syracuse) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 23m (374 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (264 mi) Total: ~2h 38m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → SYR
1h 23m · 374 mi
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Leg 2
SYR → BOS
1h 15m · 264 mi
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DTW ROC (Rochester) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 18m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 26m (342 mi) Total: ~2h 44m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+22% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ROC
1h 18m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
ROC → BOS
1h 26m · 342 mi
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DTW CLE (Cleveland) BOS
Leg 1: 55m (96 mi) Leg 2: 1h 54m (561 mi) Total: ~2h 49m 🍃 147 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLE
55m · 96 mi
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Leg 2
CLE → BOS
1h 54m · 561 mi
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DTW PIT (Pittsburgh) BOS
Leg 1: 1h 9m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 46m (496 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 154 kg CO₂ (+32% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PIT
1h 9m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → BOS
1h 46m · 496 mi
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BOS → DTW: Flights from Boston to Detroit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Boston?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Boston (BOS) takes approximately 1 hours and 56 minutes. The distance is 631 miles (1,016 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Boston?

3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Boston?

Yes. 3 airlines: JetBlue Airways, Delta Air Lines, Spirit Airlines.

How far is Detroit from Boston?

The flight distance from Detroit to Boston is 631 miles (1,016 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as the length of Italy.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Boston?

At 1h 56m, 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 Boston?

Roughly 117 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 585 km.

Is the return flight from Boston 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 Boston?

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.