Direct (nonstop) flights from Milwaukee to Detroit

1 airline flys nonstop from General Mitchell International (MKE) to Detroit Metropolitan Airport (DTW). It's 237 miles (382 km), about 1h 12m in the air. Operated by Delta Air Lines.

MKE
General Mitchell International
🇺🇸 Milwaukee, USA
DTW
Detroit Metropolitan Airport
🇺🇸 Detroit, USA
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
237 mi
382 km
CO₂/pax
44 kg
−38 kg vs. layover
Airlines
1
Delta Air Lines
Time Diff
+1h
Operated by Delta Air Lines Delta Air Lines

Route data last updated: May 27, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Delta Air Lines DL Delta Air Lines
Route
MKE → DTW
Flight Time
1h 12m
Distance
237 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Milwaukee to Detroit with one stop · direct emits 44 kg CO₂ per passenger

MKE MDW (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 50m (80 mi) Leg 2: 1h 10m (227 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 82 kg CO₂ (+86% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MDW
50m · 80 mi
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Leg 2
MDW → DTW
1h 10m · 227 mi
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MKE ORD (Chicago) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 9m (66 mi) Leg 2: 1h 27m (234 mi) Total: ~2h 36m 🍃 80 kg CO₂ (+82% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → ORD
1h 9m · 66 mi
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Leg 2
ORD → DTW
1h 27m · 234 mi
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MKE STL (Saint Louis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 20m (317 mi) Leg 2: 1h 31m (440 mi) Total: ~2h 51m 🍃 165 kg CO₂ (+275% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → STL
1h 20m · 317 mi
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Leg 2
STL → DTW
1h 31m · 440 mi
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MKE MSP (Minneapolis) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 25m (296 mi) Leg 2: 1h 44m (528 mi) Total: ~3h 9m 🍃 178 kg CO₂ (+305% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → MSP
1h 25m · 296 mi
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Leg 2
MSP → DTW
1h 44m · 528 mi
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MKE BNA (Nashville) DTW
Leg 1: 1h 35m (475 mi) Leg 2: 1h 41m (455 mi) Total: ~3h 16m 🍃 197 kg CO₂ (+348% vs. direct)
Leg 1
MKE → BNA
1h 35m · 475 mi
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Leg 2
BNA → DTW
1h 41m · 455 mi
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Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Milwaukee to Detroit?

A nonstop flight from Milwaukee (MKE) to Detroit (DTW) takes approximately 1 hours and 12 minutes. The distance is 237 miles (382 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Milwaukee to Detroit?

Just Delta Air Lines.

Is there a nonstop flight from Milwaukee to Detroit?

Yes. 1 airline: Delta Air Lines.

How far is Milwaukee from Detroit?

The flight distance from Milwaukee to Detroit is 237 miles (382 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as London to Paris.

What type of aircraft flies from Milwaukee to Detroit?

At 1h 12m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

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

Roughly 44 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 220 km.

Is the return flight from Detroit to Milwaukee 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 Milwaukee 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 General Mitchell International for this flight?

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