Travelling from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-4, which is five hours behind Munich.
Leave enough time to make your MUC to DTW flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular periods can mean longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Flying into Detroit (and then exploring more of United States!) is a breeze with Delta Air Lines. This popular airline has direct flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
The majority of passengers choose to travel with Delta Air Lines on this route.
If you'd like to split up your journey, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Here are the top stopovers between MUC and DTW:
Frankfurt Airport
Logan International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$1,020 is currently the lowest price for a one-way Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Return flights start at $903. These fares may change based on availability and demand.
It's usually smart to book as early as possible if you're looking for cheap tickets from MUC to DTW. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport throughout the entire month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from MUC to DTW by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport.
Handy information about Franz Josef Strauss Airport (MUC)
Of all flights departing from Franz Josef Strauss Airport, 71.34% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
Franz Josef Strauss Airport is around 40 kilometres from central Munich. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take you 35 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Expect a journey time of about 40 minutes on public transport.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near MUC. Whether you've booked an early flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are perfect:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight, nothing tops the convenience of being near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing soon after at one of these accommodation options near DTW:
Explore without limits with a Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and see more of Detroit and beyond.
Booking your vehicle from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
The street address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. The drive time takes about 25 minutes.
Getting to the centre on public transport will take you around 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The quietest month for a flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is February, while August is the busiest. Choose the best time to go to Detroit based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
When reserving your flight from Franz Josef Strauss Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. July is the warmest month in Detroit, with temperatures ranging from 15ºC (59ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
January has average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MUC to DTW sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
You've visited Detroit, now it's time to explore more of United States. Journey around 386 kilometres west to Chicago to tick off its leading attractions. From Millennium Park to Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
If you're looking to explore another side of United States, head for Columbus, roughly 257 kilometres south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village are the start of reasons to visit.
