Travelling from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-5, which is two hours behind Rio de Janeiro. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit.
Your flight from Rio de Janeiro to DTW won't wait if you're late, so don't forget to check in on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a popular month such as January? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer queues and delays at security. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airports in Rio de Janeiro
Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG)
We make it simple to find cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DTW that include a stopover. To explore your options leaving from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport (GIG), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, pick a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between GIG and DTW include:
Atlanta Hartsfield-Jackson International Airport (ATL)
Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW)
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Located around 19 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro, GIG can be reached in about 30 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The journey on public transport is roughly 1 hour.
Want a hassle-free start to your travels? Stay near Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport. Whether you're catching an early flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are the ideal choice:
80% of flights departing from Rio de Janeiro Galeao International Airport land at their destination on schedule. Given its solid on-time performance, you're unlikely to experience delays when flying out of GIG.
Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport (SDU)
SDU is around 5 kilometres from central Rio de Janeiro. It'll take you 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before catching your Rio de Janeiro to DTW flight? Unwind in a hotel near Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport before your trip officially starts. These stays have your key waiting:
79% of flights leaving Rio de Janeiro Santos Dumont Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
Get the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Rio de Janeiro 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
Central Detroit is around 32 kilometres from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport and takes about 30 minutes to reach by car. Explore your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It takes around 1 hour if you're travelling by public transport.
How to find the cheapest flights from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$625 is the best price for a one-way ticket from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts from $1,158. These prices can change based on availability and demand.
To pick up cheap flights from Rio de Janeiro to DTW, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when tickets first go on sale.
Affordable Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport tickets are easier to find if your travel dates are flexible. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Think about the pace you're looking for when picking your flight dates. January is the quietest month to visit Detroit. July is when most people book flights from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be perfect if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Rio de Janeiro to DTW plane ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.
January has temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Detroit
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the most popular stays in Detroit right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from Rio de Janeiro to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Motown Museum, The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts are leading attractions which should feature on any well-planned Detroit itinerary.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus 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 257 kilometres away to the south, top sights here include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in the United States, consider Cleveland, about 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History are highlights.