Travelling from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): What you need to know
Your adventure will begin at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA), the main airport in Seattle. Search for flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) that depart from this terminal.
Around 4 hours 20 minutes is the typical travel time on a direct Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
Detroit is three hours ahead of Seattle. Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is located in Detroit, which follows the UTC-5 timezone.
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) is the most popular route. There are 41 direct weekly departures to choose from. If you have plans before you fly, take the last flight with Delta Air Lines at 11:10pm. Go for the first SEA to DTW departure with Delta Air Lines at 6am if you want to get going earlier.
To ensure you catch your flight from Seattle to DTW, allow plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Popular months like July or holiday times such as spring break and Christmas will mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and get to the terminal even earlier. Arriving two hours before domestic flights and up four hours ahead of an international flight is a wise move.
Airports in Seattle
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
You can hop on a direct flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) out of Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA).
You can book a direct flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport with Delta Air Lines. This top airline offers services from SEA.
The airline with the highest booking numbers between SEA and DTW is Delta.
Delta leads the way in punctuality. A reliable 90.45% of its services on this route complete the journey on schedule.
The journey from central Seattle to SEA takes about 35 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or take a taxi, you'll cover the 23 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
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Seattle-Tacoma International Airport scores high marks for its on-time performance. 80% of flights that take off from SEA arrive at their destination on time.
Seattle Paine Field International Airport (PAE)
You can get to PAE from the centre of Seattle in about 40 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to travel the 40 kilometres or so.
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Flights from Seattle Paine Field International Airport have a proven record for punctuality, with 80% of them landing right on cue.
About Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
If you have a late flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, few things top the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these options near DTW:
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight.
DTW is located at 1 Detroit Metro Airport.
Getting from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW) to central Detroit
Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is around 32 kilometres from central Detroit. It takes around 30 minutes or so to get to the city by car.
Travelling by public transport typically takes 1 hour.
How to find the cheapest flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
$188 is the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. Return flights start from $359. These fares can change based on availability and demand.
To find cheap flights from Seattle to DTW, book ahead. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights first go on sale.
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The best time to fly from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
Think about your travel style when planning your trip dates. January is the quietest month to visit Detroit. July is when most people book flights from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW), which may be perfect if you're chasing more action.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC and 30ºC. Lock in your Seattle to DTW plane ticket then if that's your ideal forecast.
If you want cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in January when temperatures are between -12ºC and 3ºC.
More about Detroit
Start your Detroit trip right by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from Seattle to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, browse our selection of hotels including:
You'll find loads of exciting things to do in Detroit when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Motown Museum followed by The Majestic Theatre and Detroit Institute of Arts.
Explore more of the United States
You've done Detroit, now it's time to explore more of the United States. Travel around 257 kilometres south to Columbus to check off its top attractions. From Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens to Whetstone Park / Park of Roses and Ohio Theatre, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Cleveland is another sought-after destination in the United States and is around 161 kilometres southeast of Detroit. No trip is complete without visiting Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, Cleveland Museum of Art and Cleveland Museum of Natural History.