Flying from Harlingen Airport (HRL) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is one hour ahead of Harlingen.
To ensure you get on your HRL 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.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Major public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Harlingen Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Stopovers between HRL and DTW include:
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport
Houston George Bush Intercntl. Airport
Minneapolis St Paul Airport
Handy information about Harlingen Airport (HRL)
The address for HRL is 3002 Heritage Way.
Harlingen Airport has a strong on-time performance, so flight disruptions are less likely. Departures from HRL make it to their destination as scheduled 81% of the time.
Central Harlingen to Harlingen Airport is around 8 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 10 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a taxi or ride-sharing.
The journey on public transport typically takes 30 minutes.
Get your trip off to a stress-free start by staying near HRL. Whether you have an early flight from Harlingen Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're coming in on a late Harlingen Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these hotels near DTW:
Pick up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car and discover Detroit and beyond with your own set of wheels. Dollar, Budget and Hertz are popular outlets to choose from here.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your ride from Detroit Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
You'll find DTW at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport to central Detroit has a drive time of around 30 minutes. It's approximately 32 kilometres away.
It takes around 1 hour to get there by public transport.
When to fly to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
July is the busiest month for flights from Harlingen Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Detroit in March.
When reserving your flight from Harlingen Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, consider the type of weather you enjoy. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from HRL to DTW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
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