Flying from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you'll be travelling on a direct flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Chicago.
Flights from MDW to DTW start at 07:55 — the earliest with Southwest Airlines. The last departure is at 22:55 with Southwest Airlines. Overall, you can take your pick of 32 weekly Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flights.
To ensure you catch your MDW to DTW flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
You can expect longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure is a wise move.
Delta has direct flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Book with this popular carrier, then get ready to see the sights in Detroit — and maybe even more of the United States if your schedule allows.
The majority of passengers choose to fly with Delta on this route.
With 78.24% of services landing on schedule, Southwest Airlines is the most punctual carrier offering MDW to DTW flights.
If you'd like to split up your journey, simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. Here are the most popular stopovers between MDW and DTW:
St Louis Airport
Cleveland Hopkins International Airport
Buffalo Niagara Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
At the moment, ج.م. 3,630 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is ج.م. 7,767. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from MDW to DTW if you book early. Airlines often offer some great early bird rates.
Organise your trip for May. That's the cheapest month for flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
Save time looking for cheap flights from MDW to DTW by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a lower fare pops up.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
MDW is located at 5700 South Cicero.
76% of flights departing from Chicago Midway Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Chicago Midway Airport from central Chicago, it takes around 25 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes on public transport.
Have an early flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near MDW:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a long trip to your hotel if you're landing late on a Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz to explore Detroit and beyond.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks before your departure date.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
From Detroit Wayne County Airport, Detroit is approximately 32 kilometres away. It takes around 30 minutes to drive to the centre.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Before locking in your flight from Chicago Midway Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with the temperature ranging from 15ºC to 30ºC.
If you like cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from MDW to DTW in January. Temperatures average between -12ºC and 3ºC then.
Explore more of the United States
Chicago is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be discovered once you've taken in the sights of Detroit. Around 386 kilometres away to the west, its top attractions include Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in the United States. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
