Travelling from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Your next great adventure starts at one of Philadelphia's main airports, Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) or Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN). Check out your options for booking a flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) setting off from either of these bases.
Book a direct Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight and you'll be in the air for around 1 hour 50 minutes.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit. The city's timezone is UTC-4 — the same as Philadelphia.
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most popular route. There are 61 direct departures a week to choose from. If you prefer to head out later, hop on the last flight with American Airlines at 9:15pm. Opt for the first PHL to DTW departure with Delta Air Lines at 6am if you'd rather get a move on.
For hassle-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to board your flight from Philadelphia to DTW.
Heading off during a peak period like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at check-in and security. To give yourself peace of mind, arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Philadelphia
Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)
Take the express route from Philadelphia International Airport (PHL). Nonstop flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) operate from here.
Choose from a variety of carriers that offer direct flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport departing from PHL. Book your ticket with one of these:
Delta Air Lines is the most frequently booked airline offering flights from PHL to DTW.
With a reliable 83.52% of services arriving as scheduled, Delta Air Lines is the leading carrier for punctuality on this route.
The journey from central Philadelphia to PHL takes about 45 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or get a cab, you'll cover the 19 kilometres in 15 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Catching an early flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and get a little more snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Philadelphia International Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Philadelphia International Airport, data shows 78.93% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
PHL is located at 8500 Essington Ave.
Trenton-Mercer Airport (TTN)
You can reach TTN from central Philadelphia in about 40 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 45 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Philadelphia to DTW flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Trenton-Mercer Airport:
Flights from Trenton-Mercer Airport have a reputation for punctuality, with 82.45% of them touching down as planned.
TTN is located at Scotch Road, Terminal Building.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Have a late flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport? Don't let it stretch your travel day into tomorrow. Stay at one of these hotels near DTW and turn out the lights sooner:
Pick up a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car and explore Detroit and beyond with your own wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are well-known companies to choose from here.
To get the best deal, reserve your ride around two weeks ahead of your Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
The 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. The time it takes to get to the centre in a car hire or cab depends on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're taking public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
ج.م. 2,403 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts at ج.م. 5,096. These prices can change depending on demand and availability.
Don't leave everything to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap flights from Philadelphia to DTW if you book early. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird rates.
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The best time to fly from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Picture the kind of break you want when planning your trip dates. February is the quietest month to visit Detroit. August is when most people book flights from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be ideal if you're chasing more action.
Book a Philadelphia to DTW flight ticket departing in July if you want to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Detroit to range from 15ºC to 30ºC.
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Philadelphia to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, explore our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of awesome things to do in Detroit when you're ready to get out and sightsee. Kick things off at Motown Museum followed by The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of the United States you should also see. Around 257 kilometres south of Detroit, a trip to Columbus will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
Around 161 kilometres south-east of Detroit, Cleveland is another essential stop in the United States. Start your sightseeing at Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
