How long is the WN971 flight?

The timetable allows 2 h 45 min. Detroit to Orlando is 1,544 km (959 mi).

Which terminal does WN971 use?

It usually leaves from Terminal E at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and arrives at Terminal A at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.

What other flight numbers does WN971 have?

Also listed as SWA971 (Southwest Airlines' ICAO code) and WN 971.

WN971 Flight Status Southwest Airlines: Detroit to Orlando (SWA971)

Southwest Airlines WN 971

Scheduled in 1h13'

DTW Detroit

Scheduled: 11:40
Estimated: 11:40

Terminal: E | Gate: D23

Departure: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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MCO Orlando

Scheduled: 14:25
Estimated
Delay

Terminal: A | Gate: 125

Arrival: Fri, Nov 6, 2026 · local time EST

Orlando International Airport (MCO)

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Departs in 1h 13m 0%

DTW 11:40 MCO 14:25

1,544 km (959 mi) to fly

Estimated position based on departure and arrival times, not live tracking. Times are local at each airport.

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Distance: 1544 km / 959 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:45

This flight started in Baltimore (BWI): WN971 Baltimore to Detroit departs at 09:20 local time on Nov 6.

WN 971 Flight Status & Schedule Southwest Airlines Detroit to Orlando

Date	From	To	Departure	Arrival	Status	Details
Nov 06	DTW	MCO	11:40	14:25	Scheduled	Track >
Nov 05	DTW	MCO	12:17	14:25	Landed	Track >
Nov 02	DTW	MCO	12:19	14:25	Landed	Track >
Nov 01	DTW	MCO	11:47	14:03	Landed	Track >

Southwest Airlines flight WN 971 links Detroit and Orlando, 1,544 km (959 mi) apart, and flies four times a week: Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday. The timetable allows 2 h 45 min; there is not enough recent history yet to say how long it usually takes. Today's flight is scheduled to leave at 11:40 and arrive at 14:25 local time.

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About WN 971

Route: Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport DTW to Orlando International Airport MCO
Distance: 1,544 km (959 mi)
Scheduled flight time: 2 h 45 min
Flies: Mon, Thu, Fri, Sun
Usually departs from: Terminal E

WN 971 FAQ

How long is the WN971 flight?: The timetable allows 2 h 45 min. Detroit to Orlando is 1,544 km (959 mi).
Which days does WN971 fly?: Four times a week: Monday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does WN971 use?: It usually leaves from Terminal E at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) and arrives at Terminal A at Orlando International Airport (MCO). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does WN971 have?: Also listed as SWA971 (Southwest Airlines' ICAO code) and WN 971.

Southwest Airlines WN971 News

Incident WN971 - Southwest B38M at Phoenix on Feb 24th 2023, no autopilot trim

WN971 and Detroit DTW to Orlando MCO Flights

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