WS5542 Flight Status WestJet: Austin to Detroit (WJA5542)

WestJet WS 5542

Delayed 17'

AUS Austin

Scheduled
08:05
Estimated
08:22

Gate: 12

Departure: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time CST

Austin Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)

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DTW Detroit

Scheduled
12:00

Terminal: M | Gate: A69

Arrival: Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · local time EST

Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)

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Departs in 1h 48m 0%

AUS 08:22 DTW 12:00

1,848 km (1,149 mi) to fly

Route map AUS to DTW Map of the great-circle route from Austin Bergstrom International Airport, United States to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, United States, 1848 km. The plane shows an estimated position based on departure and arrival times. Map data: Natural Earth. UNITED STATES AUS DTW Map data: Natural Earth

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

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Distance: 1848 km / 1149 miles · Scheduled Duration: 02:55 · Typical Duration: 02:25

WS 5542 Flight Status & Schedule WestJet Austin to Detroit

Date From To Departure Arrival Status Details
Nov 09 AUS DTW 08:05 12:00 Delayed Track >
Nov 08 AUS DTW 08:05 11:29 Landed Track >
Nov 06 AUS DTW 08:17 11:41 Landed Track >
Nov 05 AUS DTW 09:23 12:37 Landed Late Track >
Nov 04 AUS DTW 08:05 11:30 Landed Track >
Nov 03 AUS DTW 08:05 11:53 Landed Track >
Nov 02 AUS DTW 08:25 11:56 Landed Track >
Nov 01 AUS DTW 08:03 11:33 Landed Track >

WestJet operates WS 5542 from Austin to Detroit, a 1,848 km (1,149 mi) trip, six times a week (Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday). The timetable allows 3 hours, but the flight usually takes about 2 h 25 min, so it often makes up time. Today's flight is scheduled for 08:05 but expected to leave 17 minutes late, at 08:22.

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About WS 5542

Route
Austin Bergstrom International Airport AUS to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport DTW
Distance
1,848 km (1,149 mi)
Typical flight time
2 h 25 min
Flies
Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun
On time
6 of the last 7
Average delay when late
37 min

WS 5542 FAQ

How long is the WS5542 flight?
The timetable allows 3 hours. Austin to Detroit is 1,848 km (1,149 mi).
How often is WS5542 late?
1 of the last 7 flights arrived 15 or more minutes late; when late, by 37 minutes on average.
Which days does WS5542 fly?
Six times a week: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Sunday, based on the schedule of the last 7 days.
Which terminal does WS5542 use?
It usually arrives at Terminal M at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Check the flight card above for today's terminal and gate.
What other flight numbers does WS5542 have?
Also listed as WJA5542 (WestJet's ICAO code) and WS 5542.

WS5542 and Austin AUS to Detroit DTW Flights

Flight WS5542 is a code-share WestJet flight of the Delta Air Lines operated DL559.

Other flights departing from Austin AUS: DL559, AA2989

Other flights arriving at Detroit DTW: DL559, 9E4964, YX3514

All flights connecting Austin AUS to Detroit DTW.