Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Norfolk

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Norfolk International (ORF). It's 528 miles (850 km), about 1h 49m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
ORF
Norfolk International
🇺🇸 Norfolk, USA
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
528 mi
850 km
CO₂/pax
98 kg
−25 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 → ORF
Flight Time
1h 49m
Distance
528 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Norfolk with one stop · direct emits 98 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW PIT (Pittsburgh) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 9m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (331 mi) Total: ~2h 28m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+26% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PIT
1h 9m · 199 mi
View DTW to PIT flights →
Leg 2
PIT → ORF
1h 19m · 331 mi
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DTW BWI (Baltimore) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 1h (159 mi) Total: ~2h 30m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → ORF
1h · 159 mi
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DTW CMH (Columbus) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 4m (154 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (420 mi) Total: ~2h 37m 🍃 132 kg CO₂ (+35% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CMH
1h 4m · 154 mi
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Leg 2
CMH → ORF
1h 33m · 420 mi
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DTW DCA (Washington) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 34m (405 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (142 mi) Total: ~2h 39m 🍃 126 kg CO₂ (+29% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → DCA
1h 34m · 405 mi
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Leg 2
DCA → ORF
1h 5m · 142 mi
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DTW IAD (Dulles) ORF
Leg 1: 1h 32m (383 mi) Leg 2: 1h 9m (157 mi) Total: ~2h 41m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+28% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → IAD
1h 32m · 383 mi
View DTW to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → ORF
1h 9m · 157 mi
View IAD to ORF flights →

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ORF → DTW: Flights from Norfolk to Detroit

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Norfolk?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Norfolk (ORF) takes approximately 1 hours and 49 minutes. The distance is 528 miles (850 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Norfolk?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Norfolk?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Norfolk?

The flight distance from Detroit to Norfolk is 528 miles (850 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance.

What type of aircraft flies from Detroit to Norfolk?

At 1h 49m, 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 Norfolk?

Roughly 98 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 490 km.

Is the return flight from Norfolk 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 Norfolk?

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.