Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Philadelphia

4 airlines fly nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). It's 453 miles (729 km), about 1h 39m in the air. Operated by American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines and others.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
PHL
Philadelphia International Airport
🇺🇸 Philadelphia, USA
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
453 mi
729 km
CO₂/pax
84 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
4
American Airlines +3
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by American Airlines American Airlines Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines Frontier Airlines Frontier Airlines Spirit Airlines Spirit Airlines

Route data last updated: May 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

American Airlines AA American Airlines
Route
DTW → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
453 mi
Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
453 mi
Frontier Airlines F9 Frontier Airlines
Route
DTW → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
453 mi
Spirit Airlines NK Spirit Airlines
Route
DTW → PHL
Flight Time
1h 39m
Distance
453 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Detroit to Philadelphia with one stop · direct emits 84 kg CO₂ per passenger

DTW MDT (Middletown) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 26m (370 mi) Leg 2: 58m (83 mi) Total: ~2h 24m 🍃 109 kg CO₂ (+30% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDT
1h 26m · 370 mi
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Leg 2
MDT → PHL
58m · 83 mi
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DTW CLE (Cleveland) PHL
Leg 1: 55m (96 mi) Leg 2: 1h 33m (362 mi) Total: ~2h 28m 🍃 110 kg CO₂ (+31% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLE
55m · 96 mi
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Leg 2
CLE → PHL
1h 33m · 362 mi
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DTW PIT (Pittsburgh) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 9m (199 mi) Leg 2: 1h 22m (268 mi) Total: ~2h 31m 🍃 112 kg CO₂ (+33% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PIT
1h 9m · 199 mi
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Leg 2
PIT → PHL
1h 22m · 268 mi
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DTW BUF (Buffalo) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 11m (241 mi) Leg 2: 1h 29m (278 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 121 kg CO₂ (+44% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BUF
1h 11m · 241 mi
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Leg 2
BUF → PHL
1h 29m · 278 mi
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DTW SYR (Syracuse) PHL
Leg 1: 1h 23m (374 mi) Leg 2: 1h 19m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 42m 🍃 136 kg CO₂ (+62% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → SYR
1h 23m · 374 mi
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Leg 2
SYR → PHL
1h 19m · 227 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Philadelphia (PHL) takes approximately 1 hours and 39 minutes. The distance is 453 miles (729 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Philadelphia?

4 airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Philadelphia?

Yes. 4 airlines: American Airlines, Delta Air Lines, Frontier Airlines, Spirit Airlines.

How far is Detroit from Philadelphia?

The flight distance from Detroit to Philadelphia is 453 miles (729 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 Philadelphia?

At 1h 39m, 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 Philadelphia?

Roughly 84 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 420 km.

Is the return flight from Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia?

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.