Flying from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
You can choose from a variety of airports when planning your flight from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Explore your options for flying out of Pearson International Airport (YYZ), Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ) and Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF).
Expect to be travelling for 1 hour 25 minutes. On average, that's the duration of a direct Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Toronto and Detroit (where Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located) share the UTC-4 timezone. That means you won't need to adjust your watch on arrival.
The busiest route is from Pearson International Airport (YYZ) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), with 51 direct weekly services. If you'd rather get moving right away, the earliest flight from YYZ to DTW is the 6am Delta Air Lines option. If a later flight fits your day better, the final departure is at 8:40pm with Air Canada.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Toronto to DTW. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
With more travellers during peak seasons, aim to get to your terminal even earlier. Two hours for domestic flights and up to four for international journeys will help you deal with any delays.
Airports in Toronto
Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
You can book a direct flight from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) departing from Pearson International Airport (YYZ).
You can travel on a direct flight from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta Air Lines. This popular carrier operates departures from YYZ.
The preferred airline for passengers flying between YYZ and DTW is Delta Air Lines.
The carrier with the most consistent on-time arrival rate on this route is Delta Air Lines.
YYZ is about 27 kilometres from central Toronto. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 50 minutes.
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63.97% of flights that take off from Pearson International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport (YTZ)
You can reach YTZ from the centre of Toronto in approximately 35 minutes by car (depending on traffic conditions). The journey on public transport will take roughly 40 minutes to travel the 3 kilometres or so.
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62.09% of all departures from Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Region of Waterloo International Airport (YKF)
From central Toronto, YKF is around 105 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to reach the airport by car and 4 hours 5 minutes or so if you use public transport.
Make catching an early Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options close to Region of Waterloo International Airport and get to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
The on-time performance rate of YKF is 63.64%. To put it simply, that's how often flights departing this airport reach their final stop as planned.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you're arriving on a late flight from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, nothing beats 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 hotels near DTW:
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Booking your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight can help you secure the lowest rate.
The street 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. How long it'll take to get there by cab or car hire depends on the time of day. Do some research before you go.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$220 is currently the best price for a one-way ticket from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. A return flight starts at $390. These prices may change depending on availability.
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The best time to fly from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW). Plan your visit to Detroit in February if you'd rather avoid peak season.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Toronto to DTW flight ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF).
More about Detroit
Once you've booked your flight from Toronto to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, find a hotel that offers the right mix of comfort and location. Make one of these options your base for exploring Detroit:
You'll find loads of things to do in Detroit when you're in the mood to sightsee. Kick things off at Motown Museum followed by The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
Explore more of the United States
Columbus is just one of the many cities in the United States waiting to be explored once you've taken in the sights of Detroit. Around 257 kilometres away to the south, well-known attractions include Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Easton Town Centre.
Cleveland is another essential stop in the United States and is around 161 kilometres south-east of Detroit. No journey is complete without seeing Rock & Roll Hall of Fame & Museum, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.
