Direct (nonstop) flights from Detroit to Richmond

1 airline flys nonstop from Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW) to Richmond International (RIC). It's 455 miles (733 km), about 1h 42m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
RIC
Richmond International
🇺🇸 Richmond, USA
Flight Time
1h 42m
Distance
455 mi
733 km
CO₂/pax
84 kg
−39 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 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
DTW → RIC
Flight Time
1h 42m
Distance
455 mi

Alternative Routes

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

DTW BWI (Baltimore) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 30m (408 mi) Leg 2: 55m (121 mi) Total: ~2h 25m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → BWI
1h 30m · 408 mi
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Leg 2
BWI → RIC
55m · 121 mi
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DTW IAD (Dulles) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 32m (383 mi) Leg 2: 1h 1m (99 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 114 kg CO₂ (+36% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → IAD
1h 32m · 383 mi
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Leg 2
IAD → RIC
1h 1m · 99 mi
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DTW PHL (Philadelphia) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 39m (453 mi) Leg 2: 1h 20m (198 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 146 kg CO₂ (+74% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → PHL
1h 39m · 453 mi
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Leg 2
PHL → RIC
1h 20m · 198 mi
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DTW CLT (Charlotte) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 54m (499 mi) Leg 2: 1h 15m (255 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → CLT
1h 54m · 499 mi
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Leg 2
CLT → RIC
1h 15m · 255 mi
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DTW MDW (Chicago) RIC
Leg 1: 1h 15m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 55m (628 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 183 kg CO₂ (+118% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DTW → MDW
1h 15m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → RIC
1h 55m · 628 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Detroit to Richmond?

A nonstop flight from Detroit (DTW) to Richmond (RIC) takes approximately 1 hours and 42 minutes. The distance is 455 miles (733 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Detroit to Richmond?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Detroit to Richmond?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Detroit from Richmond?

The flight distance from Detroit to Richmond is 455 miles (733 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 Richmond?

At 1h 42m, 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 Richmond?

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

Is the return flight from Richmond 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 Richmond?

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.