Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Milwaukee

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to General Mitchell International (MKE). It's 237 miles (382 km), about 1h 15m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
237 mi
382 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
-1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → MKE
Flight Time
1h 15m
Distance
237 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Milwaukee with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW MDW (Chicago) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 15m (227 mi) Leg 2: 45m (80 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
View DTW to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → MKE
45m · 80 mi
View MDW to MKE flights →
DTW ORD (Chicago) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 30m (234 mi) Leg 2: 59m (66 mi) Total: ~2h 29m 🍃 80 kg CO₂ (+82% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → ORD
1h 30m · 234 mi
View DTW to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → MKE
59m · 66 mi
View ORD to MKE flights →
DTW STL (Saint Louis) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 40m (440 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (317 mi) Total: ~2h 55m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+275% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → STL
1h 40m · 440 mi
View DTW to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → MKE
1h 15m · 317 mi
View STL to MKE flights →
DTW MSP (Minneapolis) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 51m (528 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (296 mi) Total: ~3h 6m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+305% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MSP
1h 51m · 528 mi
View DTW to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → MKE
1h 15m · 296 mi
View MSP to MKE flights →
DTW BNA (Nashville) MKE
Leg 1: 1h 41m (455 mi) Leg 2: 1h 35m (475 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+348% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BNA
1h 41m · 455 mi
View DTW to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → MKE
1h 35m · 475 mi
View BNA to MKE flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Milwaukee?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Milwaukee (MKE) takes approximately 1 hours and 15 minutes. The distance is 237 miles (382 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Milwaukee?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Milwaukee?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Milwaukee?

The flight distance from Detroit to Milwaukee is 237 miles (382 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 Detroit to Milwaukee?

At 1h 15m, 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 Milwaukee?

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee?

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.