Flying from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW): what you need to know
The timezone in Detroit is UTC-4, which is one hour ahead of Memphis.
Give yourself enough time to make your MEM to DTW flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect longer lines during popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Delta Air Lines is your ticket to exploring Detroit (and maybe even some other great parts of United States!). Browse the direct flights from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport offered by this carrier.
The airline that passengers book most often on this route is Delta Air Lines.
With a reliable 85.23% of services landing on schedule, Delta Air Lines has the best on-time performance for MEM to DTW flights.
We make it a piece of cake to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight that has a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Top stopovers between MEM and DTW include:
Chicago Midway International Airport
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport
O'Hare International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Memphis International Airport (MEM) to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight is £62. A return plane ticket is currently £162. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.
To find cheap tickets from MEM to DTW, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when flights are first released.
Finding cheap flights from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from MEM to DTW by creating a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or notification on the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Find the right flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan 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 Memphis International Airport (MEM)
The address for MEM is 2491 Winchester Road, Suite 113.
79.88% of flights that take off from Memphis International Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Memphis International Airport from central Memphis, it takes about 15 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 12 miles from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel close to MEM? If you've booked an early flight from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DTW instead:
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Reserving your ride from Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport about two weeks ahead can help you secure the lowest rate.
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 20 miles from the centre of Detroit. Driving there takes about 25 minutes.
When travelling by public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
When to fly to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport (DTW)
August is the busiest month for flights from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Detroit in February.
The warmest month in Detroit is July, with the temperature ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your flights from Memphis International Airport to Detroit Metropolitan Wayne County Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between -12ºC (10ºF) and 3ºC (37ºF). Look for cheap tickets from MEM to DTW sometime then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
Explore more of United States
Chicago is just one of the many places in United States waiting to be explored once you've seen Detroit. Around 240 miles away to the west, check out popular attractions including Millennium Park, Art Institute of Chicago and LandShark Beer Garden at Navy Pier.
Around 160 miles south of Detroit, Columbus is another essential stop in United States. Experience major highlights starting with Franklin Park Conservatory and Botanical Gardens, Ohio Statehouse and German Village.