Direct (nonstop) flights from Omaha to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Eppley Afld (OMA) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 651 miles (1,047 km), about 2h in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

OMA
Eppley Afld
🇺🇸 Omaha, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
2h
Distance
651 mi
1,047 km
CO₂/pax
120 kg
−25 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
+1h
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
OMA → DTW
Flight Time
2h
Distance
651 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Omaha to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 120 kg CO₂ per passenger

OMA MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (424 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 35m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → MDW
1h 25m · 424 mi
View OMA to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
View MDW to DTW flights →
OMA STL (Saint Louis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (341 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (440 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+41% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → STL
1h 15m · 341 mi
View OMA to STL flights →
Leg 2
STL → DTW
1h 31m · 440 mi
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OMA MSP (Minneapolis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (282 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 4m 🍃 175 kg CO₂ (+46% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → MSP
1h 20m · 282 mi
View OMA to MSP flights →
Leg 2
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
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OMA ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (416 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~3h 17m 🍃 145 kg CO₂ (+21% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → ORD
1h 50m · 416 mi
View OMA to ORD flights →
Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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OMA BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 45m (612 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~3h 26m 🍃 222 kg CO₂ (+85% vs. direct)
Leg 1
OMA → BNA
1h 45m · 612 mi
View OMA to BNA flights →
Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
View BNA to DTW flights →

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DTW → OMA: Flights from Detroit to Omaha

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Omaha to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Omaha (OMA) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 2 hours. The distance is 651 miles (1,047 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Omaha to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Omaha to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Omaha from Detroit?

The flight distance from Omaha to Detroit is 651 miles (1,047 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 Omaha to Detroit?

At 2h, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Omaha to Detroit?

Roughly 120 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 600 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Omaha 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 Omaha to Detroit?

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 Eppley Afld for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.