Direct (nonstop) flights from Rochester to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from Greater Rochester International (ROC) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 296 miles (477 km), about 1h 22m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

ROC
Greater Rochester International
🇺🇸 Rochester, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 22m
Distance
296 mi
477 km
CO₂/pax
55 kg
−97 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 25, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
ROC → DTW
Flight Time
1h 22m
Distance
296 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Rochester to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 55 kg CO₂ per passenger

ROC BWI (Baltimore) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 15m (277 mi) Leg 2: 1h 36m (408 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 152 kg CO₂ (+176% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROC → BWI
1h 15m · 277 mi
View ROC to BWI flights →
Leg 2
BWI → DTW
1h 36m · 408 mi
View BWI to DTW flights →
ROC IAD (Dulles) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 22m (288 mi) Leg 2: 1h 37m (383 mi) Total: ~2h 59m 🍃 149 kg CO₂ (+171% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROC → IAD
1h 22m · 288 mi
View ROC to IAD flights →
Leg 2
IAD → DTW
1h 37m · 383 mi
View IAD to DTW flights →
ROC MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 50m (523 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~3h 🍃 164 kg CO₂ (+198% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROC → MDW
1h 50m · 523 mi
View ROC to MDW flights →
Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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ROC DCA (Washington) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 28m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 42m (405 mi) Total: ~3h 10m 🍃 155 kg CO₂ (+182% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROC → DCA
1h 28m · 296 mi
View ROC to DCA flights →
Leg 2
DCA → DTW
1h 42m · 405 mi
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ROC PHL (Philadelphia) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 27m (257 mi) Leg 2: 1h 51m (453 mi) Total: ~3h 18m 🍃 156 kg CO₂ (+184% vs. direct)
Leg 1
ROC → PHL
1h 27m · 257 mi
View ROC to PHL flights →
Leg 2
PHL → DTW
1h 51m · 453 mi
View PHL to DTW flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Rochester to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Rochester (ROC) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 22 minutes. The distance is 296 miles (477 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Rochester to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Rochester to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Rochester from Detroit?

The flight distance from Rochester to Detroit is 296 miles (477 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 Rochester to Detroit?

At 1h 22m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 55 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 275 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Rochester 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 Rochester 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 Greater Rochester International for this flight?

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