Travelling from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
Detroit's timezone is UTC-5, which makes Detroit one hour behind Philipsburg.
For a smooth journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your SXM to DTW flight.
During popular months such as April, it's a good idea to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
We make it easy to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight offering a stop long enough to explore the city of your choice. Popular stopovers between SXM and DTW include:
Charlotte Douglas Airport
Washington Dulles Airport
San Juan Luis Munoz Marin Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport (SXM) to Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight is $463. A round-trip plane ticket is currently $1,095. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SXM to DTW, book early. Airlines generally offer lower prices when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport across each month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans are flexible.
Picking up cheap flights from SXM to DTW couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as fares go down.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about St Maarten Airport (SXM)
When it comes to the on-time performance of St Maarten Airport, 66% of flights complete their journey on time.
St Maarten Airport is about 3 kilometres from central Philipsburg. If you're catching a taxi, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 10 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
You can expect a trip time of roughly 20 minutes when using public transport.
Need a convenient hotel near SXM? If you're catching an early flight from St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will have you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're coming in on a late St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DTW:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Detroit Wayne County Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Dollar, Budget or Hertz and explore beyond Detroit's main sights.
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle from Detroit Wayne County Airport around two weeks ahead.
Getting from Detroit Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
The address for DTW is 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Detroit Wayne County Airport is roughly 32 kilometres from the centre of Detroit. The drive time takes around 30 minutes.
When travelling by 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 St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport is March, while July is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Detroit based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your flights from St Maarten Airport to Detroit Wayne County Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you enjoy.
Search for cheap tickets from SXM to DTW in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF) on average.
Explore more of the United States
Detroit has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of the United States you'll want to see. About 386 kilometres west of Detroit, a trip to Chicago will keep you on the move. Start with popular sights like Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and Willis Tower.
If you're eager to discover another major stop in the United States, consider Columbus, roughly 257 kilometres south of Detroit. Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre are key reasons to visit.
