Detroit (DTW) to Savannah (SAV): On-Time Performance
Data through July 2026
Detroit (DTW) to Savannah (SAV) effectively runs on two schedules. In September 2024, 97% of arrivals were on time; in January 2026 that fell to 52% — a 45-point seasonal swing. Across the full period the route averages 79% on-time against a national 78%.
- On-time
- 79%
- arrived <15 min late
- Avg delay
- 14 min
- completed flights
- Cancelled
- 1.1%
- Flights/day
- 1.6
- last 12 months
- Duration
- 2h 9m
- scheduled
- Distance
- 705 mi
Best airline from DTW to SAV
2 airlines flew this route regularly between 2024-07 and 2026-07.
| Airline | On-time | Avg delay | Cancelled | Flights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delta Air Linesmost reliable | 87% | 8 min | 1.5% | 655 |
| SkyWest Airlines | 63% | 27 min | 0.3% | 314 |
Monthly on-time trend
Best time to fly from DTW to SAV
Aim for departures around 10 a.m. (87% on-time); avoid 3 p.m. departures (65%).
By day of week
| Day | On-time | Avg delay |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | 80% | 14 min |
| Tuesday | 85% | 9 min |
| Wednesdaybest | 89% | 12 min |
| Thursday | 78% | 12 min |
| Friday | 76% | 12 min |
| Saturday | 78% | 10 min |
| Sunday | 70% | 29 min |
What causes delays on this route
Share of total delay minutes by cause, as reported by carriers to the US DOT.
- Late-arriving aircraft4%
- Airline operations68%
- National airspace system20%
- Weather8%
Frequently asked questions
- How often are flights from DTW to SAV delayed?
- 21% of DTW–SAV 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 14 minutes.
- Which airline is most reliable from DTW to SAV?
- Delta Air Lines has the best on-time record on this route at 87%, based on 655 flights. 2 airlines flew DTW–SAV frequently enough to compare in this period.
- What is the best time of day to fly from DTW to SAV?
- Departures around 10 a.m. have the best record (87% on-time), while departures around 3 p.m. have the worst (65%). As on most US routes, delays accumulate through the day, so earlier flights are generally safer.
- How long is the flight from DTW to SAV?
- The scheduled DTW–SAV flight time averages 2h 9m over 705 miles. Actual arrival times vary — flights on this route land 15+ minutes late 21% of the time.
- How often are DTW to SAV flights cancelled?
- 1.1% 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 SAV?
- January 2026 was the roughest month in this dataset, with only 52% of arrivals on time. The best was September 2024 at 97%. If your dates are flexible, that 45-point gap is worth planning around.
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Based on 969 flights, 2024-07–2026-07. Source: US DOT Bureau of Transportation Statistics. Updated 2026-09-28.