Direct (nonstop) flights from Pittsburgh to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Pittsburgh Airport (PIT) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 199 miles (321 km), about 1h 14m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

PIT
Pittsburgh Airport
🇺🇸 Pittsburgh, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
199 mi
321 km
CO₂/pax
37 kg
−69 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
PIT → DTW
Flight Time
1h 14m
Distance
199 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Pittsburgh to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 37 kg CO₂ per passenger

PIT YYZ (Toronto) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 9m (222 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (215 mi) Total: ~2h 33m 🍃 106 kg CO₂ (+186% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → YYZ
1h 9m · 222 mi
View PIT to YYZ flights →
Leg 2
YYZ → DTW
1h 24m · 215 mi
View YYZ to DTW flights →
PIT MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 30m (400 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 40m 🍃 141 kg CO₂ (+281% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → MDW
1h 30m · 400 mi
View PIT to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
View MDW to DTW flights →
PIT IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 8m (183 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 130 kg CO₂ (+251% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → IAD
1h 8m · 183 mi
View PIT to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
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PIT BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 10m (211 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 46m 🍃 140 kg CO₂ (+278% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → BWI
1h 10m · 211 mi
View PIT to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
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PIT SDF (Louisville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 29m (334 mi) Leg 2: 1h 24m (305 mi) Total: ~2h 53m 🍃 143 kg CO₂ (+286% vs. direct)
Leg 1
PIT → SDF
1h 29m · 334 mi
View PIT to SDF flights →
Leg 2
SDF → DTW
1h 24m · 305 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Pittsburgh (PIT) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 14 minutes. The distance is 199 miles (321 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Pittsburgh from Detroit?

The flight distance from Pittsburgh to Detroit is 199 miles (321 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as New York to Washington DC.

What type of aircraft flies from Pittsburgh to Detroit?

At 1h 14m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 37 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 185 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh Airport for this flight?

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