Travelling from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Your travel plans take shape at one of Chicago's main airports, O'Hare International Airport (ORD) or Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Explore the options for booking a flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) jetting off from either of these bases.
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. That's the average journey time for a direct Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit. The city follows the UTC-4 timezone and is one hour ahead of Chicago.
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most popular route. There are 119 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have things to do before leaving, take the last flight with American Airlines at 10:10pm. Choose the first ORD to DTW departure operated by Delta Air Lines at 6:45am if you're aiming for an earlier start.
Leave plenty of time to get on your flight from Chicago to DTW. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
In peak travel periods, allow for longer wait times and be there earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and as much as four hours for international trips.
Airports in Chicago
O'Hare International Airport (ORD)
O'Hare International Airport (ORD) makes it easy to travel directly to your destination. Nonstop flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) leave from this terminal.
Choose from a variety of airlines operating direct flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport leaving from ORD. Head off on your trip with any of these:
United Airlines is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from ORD to DTW.
The carrier with the top on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta Air Lines.
ORD is around 40 kilometres from central Chicago. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 55 minutes.
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Of the flights that depart from O'Hare International Airport, 74.85% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
You'll find ORD at 10000 West O'Hare.
Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW)
You can book a direct Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) plane ticket with departures from Chicago Midway International Airport (MDW). Work out whether leaving from MDW works best for your plans.
From MDW, direct flights from Chicago to DTW are offered by Delta Air Lines.
Delta Air Lines is the go-to airline for bookings on the MDW to DTW route.
The top carrier for punctuality is Southwest Airlines. Its Chicago Midway International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flights arrive as scheduled 77.65% of the time.
Using public transport, you can travel from central Chicago to MDW in around 45 minutes. The terminal is roughly 19 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 20 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Chicago Midway International Airport the day before your Chicago to DTW flight:
77.88% of flights leaving Chicago Midway International Airport arrive according to schedule.
You'll find MDW at 5700 South Cicero.
Chicago Rockford International Airport (RFD)
The journey to RFD from central Chicago is around 4 hours 15 minutes by public transport. If you're in a car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 25 minutes to cover the 137 kilometres or so.
Make catching an early Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight the easiest part of your journey. Book a room at one of these hotels near Chicago Rockford International Airport and get to the check-in counter without rushing:
The on-time performance rate of RFD is 76.19%. To put it simply, that's how frequently flights from this airport arrive within the expected time frame.
The street address of Chicago Rockford International Airport is 2 Airport Cir.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
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Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle around two weeks before your Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The street address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is roughly 29 kilometres from central Detroit. How long it'll take to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do a little research before you go.
If you're travelling by public transport, expect a journey of roughly 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
33 € is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts from 67 €. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
To find cheap flights from Chicago to DTW, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower prices when tickets are first released.
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The best time to fly from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
It's time to work out your travel dates for your flight from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). August is the most popular month to visit Detroit. If a slower pace sounds more appealing, head there in February.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Chicago to DTW plane ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
Search for cheap tickets from Chicago to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Detroit
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There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to know where to begin. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are major attractions which should be on any well-planned Detroit itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has loads to offer, but there are so many other corners of the United States just waiting to be discovered. About 257 kilometres south of Detroit, a visit to Columbus will keep you busy. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
If you're eager to discover another side of the United States, consider Cleveland, roughly 161 kilometres south-east of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are key highlights.
