Detroit (DTW) to Myrtle Beach (MYR): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Detroit (DTW) to Myrtle Beach (MYR) effectively runs on two schedules. In April 2026, 94% of arrivals were on time; in July 2026 that fell to 67% — a 27-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 85% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 85%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 9 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.4%
- Flights/day
- 1.1
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 1h 54m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 636 mi
Best airline from DTW to MYR
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 86% | 9 min | 1.7% | 756 |
| Spirit Airlines | 84% | 9 min | 0.7% | 287 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from DTW to MYR
Aim for departures around 11 a.m. (92% on-time); avoid 3 p.m. departures (69%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 85% | 9 min |
| Tuesdaybest | 90% | 5 min |
| Wednesday | 89% | 5 min |
| Thursday | 85% | 5 min |
| Friday | 82% | 10 min |
| Saturday | 83% | 16 min |
| Sunday | 84% | 8 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft24%
- Airline operations55%
- National airspace system20%
- Weather1%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from DTW to MYR delayed?
- 15% of DTW–MYR flights arrived 15 or more minutes late (the US DOT definition of a delay) between 2024-07 and 2026-07. The average arrival delay across completed flights was 9 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from DTW to MYR?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 86%, based on 756 flights. 2 airlines flew DTW–MYR frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from DTW to MYR?
- Departures around 11 a.m. have the best record (92% on-time), while departures around 3 p.m. have the worst (69%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from DTW to MYR?
- The scheduled DTW–MYR flight time averages 1h 54m over 636 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 15% of the time.
- How often are DTW to MYR flights cancelled?
- 1.4% of scheduled flights on this route were cancelled between 2024-07 and 2026-07, at or below the national rate of 1.6%.
- What is the worst month to fly from DTW to MYR?
- July 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 67% of arrivals on time. The best was April 2026 at 94%. If your dates are flexible, that 27-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 1,045 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.